Once Upon a Time... Life — Season 1
Once Upon a Time... Life·Season 1·1987·26 episodes

Season 1

Once Upon a Time... Life
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Season 1

26 episodes

  • The Planet Cell
    S1·E1

    The Planet Cell

    September 13, 1987 · 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
    S1·E2

    Birth

    September 20, 1987 · 24 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
    S1·E3

    The Body Sentinels

    September 27, 1987 · 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
    S1·E4

    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
    S1·E5

    The Blood

    October 11, 1987 · 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
    S1·E6

    The Tiny Platelets

    October 18, 1987 · 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
    S1·E7

    The Heart

    October 25, 1987 · 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
    S1·E8

    Breathing

    November 1, 1987 · 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
    S1·E9

    The Brain

    November 8, 1987 · 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
    S1·E10

    The Neurones

    November 15, 1987 · 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
    S1·E11

    The Eye

    November 22, 1987 · 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
    S1·E12

    The Ear

    November 29, 1987 · 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
    S1·E13

    The Skin

    December 6, 1987 · 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
    S1·E14

    The Mouth and the Teeth

    December 13, 1987 · 26 min

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

  • The Digestion
    S1·E15

    The Digestion

    December 20, 1987 · 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
    S1·E16

    The Liver Factory

    December 27, 1987 · 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
    S1·E17

    The Kidneys

    January 3, 1988 · 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
    S1·E18

    The Lymphatic System

    January 10, 1988 · 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
    S1·E19

    The Bones and the Skeleton

    January 17, 1988 · 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
    S1·E20

    The Muscles and the Fat

    January 24, 1988 · 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
    S1·E21

    Toxin Wars

    January 31, 1988 · 26 min

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

  • The Vaccination
    S1·E22

    The Vaccination

    February 7, 1988 · 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
    S1·E23

    The Hormones

    February 14, 1988 · 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
    S1·E24

    The Chain Of Life

    February 21, 1988 · 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
    S1·E25

    Repairs and Changes

    February 28, 1988 · 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...
    S1·E26

    And life goes on...

    March 13, 1988 · 27 min

    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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