Once Upon a Time... Life

S01E22: The Vaccination

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.

Overview

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.

Episodes

The Planet Cell

S01E01 The Planet Cell

September 13, 1987 10.0 24 min
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.
Birth

S01E02 Birth

September 20, 1987 10.0 25 min
After the first cell is fertilized, division and diversification take place to create the 60 trillion cells of the human body.
The Body Sentinels

S01E03 The Body Sentinels

September 27, 1987 10.0 26 min
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.
The Bone Marrow

S01E04 The Bone Marrow

October 4, 1987 26 min
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!
The Blood

S01E05 The Blood

October 11, 1987 7.7 25 min
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.
The Tiny Platelets

S01E06 The Tiny Platelets

October 18, 1987 10.0 24 min
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.
The Heart

S01E07 The Heart

October 25, 1987 10.0 26 min
Globus takes Hemo and Globina on a tour through the human body’s cathedral: the heart and circulatory system. It’s an impressive adventure.
Breathing

S01E08 Breathing

November 1, 1987 10.0 26 min
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.
The Brain

S01E09 The Brain

November 8, 1987 10.0 26 min
Teacher introduces Hemo and Globina to the most mysterious organ: the brain. They learn about behavior, the senses, and much more.
The Neurones

S01E10 The Neurones

November 15, 1987 10.0 26 min
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.
The Eye

S01E11 The Eye

November 22, 1987 10.0 26 min
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.
The Ear

S01E12 The Ear

November 29, 1987 10.0 26 min
The ear is composed of cells that sense vibrations and transmit them to the brain. Then, the brain transforms them into words and sounds.
The Skin

S01E13 The Skin

December 6, 1987 10.0 26 min
Skin is the first barrier against external aggression and helps eliminate waste. From cuts and scrapes to bug bites, it stays pretty busy.
The Mouth and the Teeth

S01E14 The Mouth and the Teeth

December 13, 1987 9.0 26 min
Yum! Candy! But sugar strengthens the bacteria around the gums and attacks the tooth enamel, which can cause cavities.
The Digestion

S01E15 The Digestion

December 20, 1987 10.0 26 min
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!
The Liver Factory

S01E16 The Liver Factory

December 27, 1987 10.0 26 min
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.
The Kidneys

S01E17 The Kidneys

January 3, 1988 10.0 27 min
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!
The Lymphatic System

S01E18 The Lymphatic System

January 10, 1988 10.0 26 min
The huge lymph network transports everything to the body’s factories. Infectious intruders beware! This place is well protected.
The Bones and the Skeleton

S01E19 The Bones and the Skeleton

January 17, 1988 10.0 26 min
The architecture that protects the body’s organs is magnificent! However, even the slightest fracture can cause significant damage.
The Muscles and the Fat

S01E20 The Muscles and the Fat

January 24, 1988 10.0 26 min
Muscles account for almost half the weight of the human body. They also need a ton of energy to do their jobs correctly.
Toxin Wars

S01E21 Toxin Wars

January 31, 1988 10.0 26 min
Combat teams act as preventative barriers and are prepared to defend the cell’s nucleus against toxic gases and contaminants.
The Vaccination

S01E22 The Vaccination

February 7, 1988 10.0 26 min
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.
The Hormones

S01E23 The Hormones

February 14, 1988 10.0 26 min
At the heart of the hypothalamus, Teacher shows us how this region sends out orders to satisfy all the body’s needs.
The Chain Of Life

S01E24 The Chain Of Life

February 21, 1988 10.0 26 min
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.
Repairs and Changes

S01E25 Repairs and Changes

February 28, 1988 10.0 26 min
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.
And life goes on...

S01E26 And life goes on...

March 13, 1988 10.0 27 min
Pedrito wants to know why his grandpa can’t play ball anymore, so he tells Pedrito an old story about a sphinx.

Cast

Roger Carel
Roger Carel
Maestro (voice)
Gilles Laurent
Gilles Laurent
(voice)
Marie-Laure Beneston
Marie-Laure Beneston
Psi (voice)
Alain Dorval
Alain Dorval
(voice)
Henry Djanik
Henry Djanik
(voice)

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