Once Upon a Time... Life

Aired 1987-09-13

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.

Aired 1987-09-20

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

Aired 1987-09-27

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.

Aired 1987-10-04

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!

Aired 1987-10-11

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.

Aired 1987-10-18

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.

Aired 1987-10-25

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

Aired 1987-11-01

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.

Aired 1987-11-08

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

Aired 1987-11-15

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.

Aired 1987-11-22

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.

Aired 1987-11-29

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

Aired 1987-12-06

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

Aired 1987-12-13

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

Aired 1987-12-20

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!

Aired 1987-12-27

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.

Aired 1988-01-03

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!

Aired 1988-01-10

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

Aired 1988-01-17

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

Aired 1988-01-24

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

Aired 1988-01-31

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

Aired 1988-02-07

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.

Aired 1988-02-14

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

Aired 1988-02-21

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.

Aired 1988-02-28

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.

Aired 1988-03-13

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