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The Skin

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

Release Date: Sun, Sep 13, 1987

Country: BE | FR
Language: Fr
Runtime: 26
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Season 1:

The Planet Cell
Episode 1: The Planet Cell (Sep 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.
Birth
Episode 2: Birth (Sep 20, 1987)
After the first cell is fertilized, division and diversification take place to create the 60 trillion cells of the human body.
The Body Sentinels
Episode 3: The Body Sentinels (Sep 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.
The Bone Marrow
Episode 4: The Bone Marrow (Oct 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!
The Blood
Episode 5: The Blood (Oct 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.
The Tiny Platelets
Episode 6: The Tiny Platelets (Oct 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.
The Heart
Episode 7: The Heart (Oct 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.
Breathing
Episode 8: Breathing (Nov 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.
The Brain
Episode 9: The Brain (Nov 08, 1987)
Teacher introduces Hemo and Globina to the most mysterious organ: the brain. They learn about behavior, the senses, and much more.
The Neurones
Episode 10: The Neurones (Nov 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.
The Eye
Episode 11: The Eye (Nov 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.
The Ear
Episode 12: The Ear (Nov 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.
The Skin
Episode 13: The Skin (Dec 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.
The Mouth and the Teeth
Episode 14: The Mouth and the Teeth (Dec 13, 1987)
Yum! Candy! But sugar strengthens the bacteria around the gums and attacks the tooth enamel, which can cause cavities.
The Digestion
Episode 15: The Digestion (Dec 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!
The Liver Factory
Episode 16: The Liver Factory (Dec 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.
The Kidneys
Episode 17: The Kidneys (Jan 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!
The Lymphatic System
Episode 18: The Lymphatic System (Jan 10, 1988)
The huge lymph network transports everything to the body’s factories. Infectious intruders beware! This place is well protected.
The Bones and the Skeleton
Episode 19: The Bones and the Skeleton (Jan 17, 1988)
The architecture that protects the body’s organs is magnificent! However, even the slightest fracture can cause significant damage.
The Muscles and the Fat
Episode 20: The Muscles and the Fat (Jan 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.
Toxin Wars
Episode 21: Toxin Wars (Jan 31, 1988)
Combat teams act as preventative barriers and are prepared to defend the cell’s nucleus against toxic gases and contaminants.
The Vaccination
Episode 22: The Vaccination (Feb 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.
The Hormones
Episode 23: The Hormones (Feb 14, 1988)
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
Episode 24: The Chain Of Life (Feb 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.
Repairs and Changes
Episode 25: Repairs and Changes (Feb 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.
And life goes on...
Episode 26: And life goes on... (Mar 13, 1988)
Pedrito wants to know why his grandpa can’t play ball anymore, so he tells Pedrito an old story about a sphinx.

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