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Once Upon a Time... Life Season 1

September. 13,1987

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TV-Y7

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Once Upon a Time... Life

Attention please! Are you ready for an adventurous tour through the human body? With a lot of humour, our physical appearance is being introduced from head to toe along cells and organs in an educational way. The heart, blood, nerves and kidneys, each single one is a miracle which renders life possible.

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Once Upon a Time... Life

1987 / TV-Y7

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Buckle up for a head-to-toe adventure through the human body as this animated series explores the workings of our cells, hearts, brains and more.

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Roger Carel, Gilles Laurent

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Once Upon a Time... Life Season 1 Full Episode Guide

Episode 26 - And life goes on...

First Aired: March. 13,1988

Pedrito wants to know why his grandpa can’t play ball anymore, so he tells Pedrito an old story about a sphinx.

Episode 25 - Repairs and Changes

First Aired: February. 28,1988

Pedrito is 8 years old and is tired after a long day. When he goes to bed, Teacher and his helpers observe the activity that continues during sleep.

Episode 24 - The Chain Of Life

First Aired: February. 21,1988

A walk in the forest is the perfect way to learn about the extraordinary food chain that exists between the sun, vegetation, animals, and man.

Episode 23 - The Hormones

First Aired: February. 14,1988

At the heart of the hypothalamus, Teacher shows us how this region sends out orders to satisfy all the body’s needs.

Episode 22 - The Vaccination

First Aired: February. 07,1988

Vaccines bring us so many benefits! People who don’t get vaccinated run the risk of contracting a disease that is stronger than our natural defenses.

Episode 21 - Toxin Wars

First Aired: January. 31,1988

Combat teams act as preventative barriers and are prepared to defend the cell’s nucleus against toxic gases and contaminants.

Episode 20 - The Muscles and the Fat

First Aired: January. 24,1988

Muscles account for almost half the weight of the human body. They also need a ton of energy to do their jobs correctly.

Episode 19 - The Bones and the Skeleton

First Aired: January. 17,1988

The architecture that protects the body’s organs is magnificent! However, even the slightest fracture can cause significant damage.

Episode 18 - The Lymphatic System

First Aired: January. 10,1988

The huge lymph network transports everything to the body’s factories. Infectious intruders beware! This place is well protected.

Episode 17 - The Kidneys

First Aired: January. 03,1988

Toxic elements head to the kidneys where they are categorized. The good ones are salvaged but the bad ones are sent to the bladder. Have a good trip!

Episode 16 - The Liver Factory

First Aired: December. 27,1987

The liver is fundamental. It doesn’t weigh a lot but it uses almost as much oxygen as the heart! It makes proteins, corpuscles, and helps heal cuts.

Episode 15 - The Digestion

First Aired: December. 20,1987

After a tasty meal the food starts its journey to the stomach where it will be broken down depending on what properties it has. But don’t overdo it!

Episode 14 - The Mouth and the Teeth

First Aired: December. 13,1987

Yum! Candy! But sugar strengthens the bacteria around the gums and attacks the tooth enamel, which can cause cavities.

Episode 13 - The Skin

First Aired: December. 06,1987

Skin is the first barrier against external aggression and helps eliminate waste. From cuts and scrapes to bug bites, it stays pretty busy.

Episode 12 - The Ear

First Aired: November. 29,1987

The ear is composed of cells that sense vibrations and transmit them to the brain. Then, the brain transforms them into words and sounds.

Episode 11 - The Eye

First Aired: November. 22,1987

Eyes are magical! They break down and transmit images to the brain. What happens if a speck of dust gets into one? It’s tear enzymes to the rescue.

Episode 10 - The Neurones

First Aired: November. 15,1987

The body’s messengers run around sending and receiving information about feelings like hunger and cold. They work day and night and never take breaks.

Episode 9 - The Brain

First Aired: November. 08,1987

Teacher introduces Hemo and Globina to the most mysterious organ: the brain. They learn about behavior, the senses, and much more.

Episode 8 - Breathing

First Aired: November. 01,1987

Air bubbles travel from the nose to the lungs. In the swampy, mucus-filled areas, they meet the red blood cells that transport them around the body.

Episode 7 - The Heart

First Aired: October. 25,1987

Globus takes Hemo and Globina on a tour through the human body’s cathedral: the heart and circulatory system. It’s an impressive adventure.

Episode 6 - The Tiny Platelets

First Aired: October. 18,1987

Pedrito cuts his finger with a dirty knife. While the platelets try to cure the wound, the white blood cells fight off the filthy invaders.

Episode 5 - The Blood

First Aired: October. 11,1987

The steadfast red blood cells have come down with the flu! Pedrito and Psi get some help from the Teacher’s antibodies to beat the enemy.

Episode 4 - The Bone Marrow

First Aired: October. 04,1987

Red blood cells, the body’s police force, are created in the bone marrow but sometimes, the factory breaks down and wayward policemen come out. Uh oh!

Episode 3 - The Body Sentinels

First Aired: September. 27,1987

The body’s police force is taught to neutralize its enemies (microbes and viruses), which reproduce at an alarming rate! It’s a very complex task.

Episode 2 - Birth

First Aired: September. 20,1987

After the first cell is fertilized, division and diversification take place to create the 60 trillion cells of the human body.

Episode 1 - The Planet Cell

First Aired: September. 13,1987

The world of cells is incredible! Activating enzymes, stopping viruses, and managing the body’s police force: it’s all in a day’s work for Teacher.

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