Ep 3. It Was a Short Summer, Charlie Brown

It Was a Short Summer, Charlie Brown is the third episode of the first season of Peanuts Specials. The episode follows Charlie Brown and his friends as they enjoy their summer vacation before heading back to school. However, as the title suggests, their summer break seems to have passed by too quickly.

The episode starts with Charlie Brown and Linus throwing a baseball back and forth, trying to make the most of the last day of summer. They then head over to Lucy's lemonade stand where they overhear a conversation between Lucy and Patty about how excited they are to finally go back to school. Charlie Brown seems to share their enthusiasm and imagines himself returning to school as a hero who has achieved great things over the summer break.

Charlie Brown and his friends then head over to the beach to enjoy some sunshine and water. Snoopy also makes an appearance, riding a surfboard and showing off his impressive surfing skills. The gang has a great time at the beach, soaking up the sun and enjoying each other's company.

As the day progresses, Charlie Brown's anxiety about going back to school starts to set in. He becomes increasingly worried about living up to his own expectations and achieving the great things he had dreamed of. Meanwhile, Linus tries to comfort him by reminding him that he had an enjoyable summer, and that is what matters the most.

The episode then transitions to a scene where Charlie Brown and his friends are having a backyard barbecue. They enjoy hot dogs, burgers, and soda while talking about their summer memories. Charlie Brown realizes that despite his worries, he had a great time over the summer with his friends, and that is what truly matters.

The episode comes to a close as Charlie Brown and Linus head to bed, with Charlie Brown expressing his hopes to have a better school year than the previous one. Linus reminds him that every day is a new opportunity to make a fresh start, and that he should focus on the present moment instead of worrying about the future.

It Was a Short Summer, Charlie Brown celebrates the joys of summer vacation while also addressing the anxieties that many kids feel about going back to school. The episode reminds viewers that the memories and friendships made over the summer break are just as important as any accomplishments achieved during that time. Overall, it is a heartwarming and relatable episode that perfectly captures the spirit of the Peanuts gang.