Ep 13. Can You Feel It?
- TV-Y
- February 27, 2001
- 26 min
Zoboomafoo season 2 episode 13, titled "Can You Feel It?," follows the lovable lemur Zoboo and his friends Chris and Martin as they explore the animal kingdom and learn about different sensations.
The episode begins with Zoboo excitedly telling his friends that he can feel the wind blowing through his fur. Chris and Martin explain that animals feel different sensations, just like humans do, and they set off to explore how animals experience the world.
Their first stop is at Animal Junction, where they meet a friendly pair of chinchillas. The brothers show off their soft and fluffy fur, which Chris and Martin can't resist petting. Zoboo joins in on the fun and learns that chinchillas have incredibly soft fur to help keep them warm in their native Andean mountain habitat.
Next, the trio ventures into the Creature World to meet a variety of animals. They visit a group of ducks, who are busy preening their feathers. Chris and Martin explain that preening not only helps ducks keep their feathers clean and dry, but it also spreads natural oils that protect their feathers from getting waterlogged. Zoboo tries preening, but quickly learns that it's not quite as easy as it looks.
As they continue their exploration, the group comes across a family of tree kangaroos. Zoboo is fascinated by the animals' long tails and large hind legs, which help them jump from tree to tree in their rainforest habitat. The gang also meets a sloth, who moves at a snail's pace but has a unique way of feeling its way around the trees.
Throughout the episode, Zoboo, Chris, and Martin engage in interactive segments that allow young viewers at home to participate in the learning. They use their senses of touch, sight, and smell to identify various animals and objects, and even try mimicking the sounds of animals like monkeys and birds.
Finally, the gang gathers back at Animal Junction to reflect on their discoveries. Chris points out that while humans and animals experience the world in different ways, they all share the ability to feel different sensations. Zoboo agrees, excitedly exclaiming that he can feel the love they all share for each other and for the amazing creatures they've met throughout their adventures.
"Can You Feel It?" is a fun and informative episode that teaches young viewers about the diversity of the animal kingdom and the importance of using all of their senses to explore the world around them. With its engaging segments and playful characters, Zoboomafoo continues to be a beloved educational program for kids of all ages.