Ep 13. I Don't Want to Tidy Up
- May 2, 2007
- 10 min
Little Princess is a children's animated TV show that revolves around the life of an imaginative and curious little girl who lives in a castle with her family and friends. Each episode addresses a different aspect of the life of a child, such as sharing, learning new things, and appreciating what they have. In episode 13 of season 1, entitled "I Don't Want to Tidy Up," Little Princess learns the value of keeping things clean and organized.
The episode starts with Little Princess walking into her room, which is a complete mess. Clothes are scattered all over the floor, toys are strewn everywhere, and books are piled up high on her desk. Little Princess doesn't want to tidy up her room and decides to take a break instead. She climbs onto her bed, snuggles up with her teddy bear, and starts reading a book. However, she soon realizes that she cannot concentrate on her book because her room is so cluttered.
Little Princess then decides to ask her maid, Great Uncle Walter, to clean up her room for her. However, Great Uncle Walter explains to her that she is old enough to clean up her own mess and that it is her responsibility to keep her room tidy. Initially, Little Princess is resistant and argumentative, but she then begins to understand the importance of cleaning up after oneself.
To make the task of tidying up more fun, Little Princess imagines that her room is a jungle, and that she is a brave explorer on a treasure hunt. Great Uncle Walter plays along and joins in the fun. Together, they set out to conquer the mess that is Little Princess's room. They start by picking up all the clothes and placing them in the hamper. Then they tackle the toys, putting them back in their boxes and sorting them according to type. Finally, they organize the books in neat little stacks on the bookshelf.
Throughout the cleaning process, Little Princess has a few setbacks. At one point, she gets distracted by a toy and starts playing with it. Great Uncle Walter gently reminds her that they need to stay focused on the task at hand, but also acknowledges that taking breaks is important. Little Princess takes a short break, then continues with the cleaning. She accidentally spills some water while cleaning her desk, but Great Uncle Walter shows her how to clean it up properly and encourages her not to get discouraged.
Finally, after much hard work and determination, Little Princess's room is clean and tidy. Little Princess realizes how much better she feels when her space is neat and organized. She is proud of herself for completing the task and thanks Great Uncle Walter for his help and patience.
The episode ends with Little Princess announcing to her family and friends that she has learned the importance of keeping her room clean and tidy. She even goes as far as to encourage everyone else to tidy up their own spaces as well. The episode teaches children that cleaning up after themselves is a responsible and necessary part of life and that it can be fun and even enjoyable when approached with a positive and imaginative attitude.