Ep 3. The Broken Soldier
- October 5, 2015
- 28 min
The episode called "The Broken Soldier" is the third episode of the second season of Rockets Island, a British children's television drama series that revolves around the adventures of the four children named Rocket, Tiki, Ginger and Dan, who are stranded on a mystical island in the Pacific Ocean and their efforts to adapt to the surroundings while discovering the island's many secrets.
In this episode, the children discover that the island's wildlife is in grave danger as a result of the mysterious attacks of a fierce predator. The team, consisting of Rocket, Tiki, Ginger, and Dan, set out to investigate the matter and soon come across an injured soldier who claims to have fought with the predator.
As they help the soldier with his injury, he tells them his story of how he ended up on the island, injured, and alone. Due to his traumatic past, the soldier is too afraid to leave the safety of his hiding spot, despite the children's attempts to persuade him to help them save the other animals on the island that are under threat from the predator.
Despite this setback, the children are determined to save the wildlife and come up with a clever plan to both save the animals and get the soldier to help them. They come across a unique idea that requires the soldier's bravery, and it works. As a result, they successfully save the endangered wildlife from the vicious predator and the soldier is grateful for the children's help.
The episode is packed full of action and follows the classic character arcs that the viewers have come to love from Rockets Island. The discovery of a problem, followed by a mission and the eventual solution, all while learning valuable lessons along the way. It is a thrilling and heartwarming adventure that highlights the importance of courage, teamwork, and overcoming our fears.
Overall, the storyline is an exciting one that will keep children engaged while teaching them valuable lessons of empathy and the importance of protecting those who are unable to protect themselves. The episode, like the rest of Rockets Island, is perfect for children between the ages of 7 and 12, and is a must-watch for parents looking for quality entertainment to share with their children.