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Ep 13. Flight of Donnie
- November 16, 1998
- 22 min
Eliza, Darwin, and Debbie are on a mission to find Donnie after he gets lost in the rainforest. Donnie, who is the adopted son of the Thornberry family, has been acting more wild than usual, which is a cause for concern. As they search for Donnie, they encounter various challenges along the way. For instance, they have to deal with an angry group of ants and a treacherous river.
Throughout the episode, the audience gains a better understanding of Donnie's backstory. We learn that he was found and taken in by the Thornberry family when he was just a baby. Because he was raised in the wild, he does not have the same social skills as other children his age. As a result, he is impulsive and tends to act out.
As Eliza and her siblings search for Donnie, they come across various animals who offer their assistance. For example, a group of monkeys helps Eliza by showing her where Donnie went. Additionally, Eliza is able to communicate with various animals, which helps her better understand the situation. As she encounters different animals, she gains more insight into the rainforest ecosystem.
Ultimately, Eliza and her siblings are able to find Donnie. However, it is not an easy task. Along the way, they must navigate through dangerous terrain and avoid predators such as crocodiles and snakes. When they finally locate Donnie, they learn that he has been living with a family of orangutans. Because he has been away from humans for so long, he has forgotten how to speak. However, Eliza is able to communicate with him using sign language.
The family of orangutans is reluctant to let Donnie go, as they have grown attached to him. However, Eliza is able to convince them that Donnie belongs with the Thornberry family. She explains that they can provide Donnie with a safe and loving home. In the end, the orangutan family agrees to let Donnie go.
The episode ends on a heartwarming note as the Thornberry family welcomes Donnie back into their home. They are happy to have him back and are eager to help him adjust to life as a part of their family. Overall, "Flight of Donnie" is a heartwarming episode that showcases the importance of family and the bond between humans and animals.