Ep 21. The Nightingale
- TV-G
- April 13, 2015
- 25 min
The Scholastic Storybook Treasures, Volume 3: Classics Collection Part 1 season 2 episode 21 is titled "The Nightingale." This episode is part of a collection of classic tales adapted into animated stories for children.
"The Nightingale" is a story based on the fairy tale by Hans Christian Andersen. The story follows the Emperor of China, who is obsessed with material wealth and power. One day, he hears of a nightingale, a bird with a beautiful voice that can soothe even the most troubled heart. The Emperor demands that the nightingale come to him and sing for him every night.
The Nightingale agrees to sing for the Emperor, and her beautiful voice mesmerizes him. The Emperor becomes addicted to her singing and demands that she stay with him forever. The Nightingale agrees to remain with him as long as she is allowed to fly freely and sing for the people of China.
But things change when the Emperor is given a new toy – a mechanical nightingale. The Emperor becomes enchanted with the toy and forgets all about the real Nightingale. When the mechanical nightingale breaks down, the Emperor falls ill and believes that he is going to die.
It is then that the real Nightingale returns to sing for the Emperor once again. Her voice heals him, and he realizes the error of his ways. He learns that true beauty and happiness cannot be bought with material possessions.
The adaptation of "The Nightingale" in this episode of Scholastic Storybook Treasures is beautifully animated and narrated. The story's themes of the importance of nature, friendship, and the dangers of materialism are conveyed in a way that children can understand and appreciate.
The visuals in the episode are colorful and vibrant, with stunning depictions of the natural world and the Emperor's palace. The voice acting is engaging and emotive, bringing the characters to life.
Overall, "The Nightingale" is a poignant and timeless tale that teaches important lessons about greed, true beauty, and the power of nature. This Scholastic Storybook Treasures adaptation is a must-see for parents and children alike.