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.
#1 | 09/13/1987The Planet Cell5.0/5 (with 1 vote)
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.
#2 | 09/20/1987Birth5.0/5 (with 1 vote)
After the first cell is fertilized, division and diversification take place to create the 60 trillion cells of the human body.
#3 | 09/27/1987The Body Sentinels5.0/5 (with 1 vote)
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.
#4 | 10/04/1987The Bone Marrow
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!
#5 | 10/11/1987The Blood3.9/5 (with 3 votes)
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.
#6 | 10/18/1987The Tiny Platelets5.0/5 (with 1 vote)
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.
#7 | 10/25/1987The Heart5.0/5 (with 1 vote)
Globus takes Hemo and Globina on a tour through the human body’s cathedral: the heart and circulatory system. It’s an impressive adventure.
#8 | 11/01/1987Breathing5.0/5 (with 1 vote)
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.
#9 | 11/08/1987The Brain5.0/5 (with 1 vote)
Teacher introduces Hemo and Globina to the most mysterious organ: the brain. They learn about behavior, the senses, and much more.
#10 | 11/15/1987The Neurones5.0/5 (with 1 vote)
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.
#11 | 11/22/1987The Eye5.0/5 (with 1 vote)
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.
#12 | 11/29/1987The Ear5.0/5 (with 1 vote)
The ear is composed of cells that sense vibrations and transmit them to the brain. Then, the brain transforms them into words and sounds.
#13 | 12/06/1987The Skin5.0/5 (with 1 vote)
Skin is the first barrier against external aggression and helps eliminate waste. From cuts and scrapes to bug bites, it stays pretty busy.
#14 | 12/13/1987The Mouth and the Teeth4.5/5 (with 2 votes)
Yum! Candy! But sugar strengthens the bacteria around the gums and attacks the tooth enamel, which can cause cavities.
#15 | 12/20/1987The Digestion5.0/5 (with 1 vote)
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!
#16 | 12/27/1987The Liver Factory5.0/5 (with 1 vote)
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.
#17 | 01/03/1988The Kidneys5.0/5 (with 1 vote)
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!
#18 | 01/10/1988The Lymphatic System5.0/5 (with 1 vote)
The huge lymph network transports everything to the body’s factories. Infectious intruders beware! This place is well protected.
#19 | 01/17/1988The Bones and the Skeleton5.0/5 (with 1 vote)
The architecture that protects the body’s organs is magnificent! However, even the slightest fracture can cause significant damage.
#20 | 01/24/1988The Muscles and the Fat5.0/5 (with 1 vote)
Muscles account for almost half the weight of the human body. They also need a ton of energy to do their jobs correctly.
#21 | 01/31/1988Toxin Wars5.0/5 (with 1 vote)
Combat teams act as preventative barriers and are prepared to defend the cell’s nucleus against toxic gases and contaminants.
#22 | 02/07/1988The Vaccination5.0/5 (with 1 vote)
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.
#23 | 02/14/1988The Hormones5.0/5 (with 1 vote)
At the heart of the hypothalamus, Teacher shows us how this region sends out orders to satisfy all the body’s needs.
#24 | 02/21/1988The Chain Of Life5.0/5 (with 1 vote)
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.
#25 | 02/28/1988Repairs and Changes5.0/5 (with 1 vote)
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.
#26 | 03/13/1988And life goes on...5.0/5 (with 1 vote)
Pedrito wants to know why his grandpa can’t play ball anymore, so he tells Pedrito an old story about a sphinx.