Pingu: Breaks the Ice Season 3 Episode 3 Pingu Pretends to be Ill / Pingu the Painter

  • TV-Y
  • August 13, 1995
  • 10 min

Pingu is a beloved Swiss/British children's claymation series that follows the adventures of a young penguin named Pingu, his family, and friends as they go about their daily lives in their icy Antarctic village. In season 3 episode 3, viewers are treated to two separate stories in one episode.

In the first story "Pingu Pretends to be Ill," Pingu wakes up one morning feeling a bit under the weather. He thinks to himself that he would like nothing better than a day off from school and other responsibilities to laze around at home. So, he decides to feign illness to achieve his objective. Pingu's mother immediately notices that something is wrong with her son and tries to figure out what is ailing him. She writes him a note to take to school that explains his absence. Pingu is pleased that his plan is working perfectly, and he settles in front of the television to enjoy a day filled with cartoons and snacks.

While Pingu is happily basking in his deception, his little sister Pinga becomes suspicious. She can't understand why her brother isn't playing with her or showing any enthusiasm for the games she suggests. Pinga hatches a plan to catch Pingu in the act, and after a few missteps, she manages to prove that Pingu is not sick at all. Feeling ashamed of himself, Pingu decides to come clean and accepts his mother's punishment. He realizes that telling the truth is always the best policy and that it's never worth it to deceive others.

In the second story "Pingu the Painter," Pingu discovers a new hobby after visiting the local art museum. He is so enamored with the beautiful paintings on display that he decides he wants to become a painter himself. Pingu's father gives him some basic art supplies and canvas, and Pingu sets to work.

Pingu quickly discovers that painting is not as easy as he thought it would be. His first attempts are crude, and he becomes discouraged. But with the help of his artistic grandfather, Pingu soon learns that painting is a skill that requires patience and practice. He begins to experiment with different techniques and styles and soon discovers his own unique style, which is recognized by all those who see it.

Pingu's newfound passion for painting leads to many adventures as he tries to find inspiration for his work, including a hilarious segment where he tries to capture the perfect picture of a runaway watermelon. In the end, Pingu's perseverance and dedication pay off when he is invited to hold his own art show, which proves to be a tremendous success.

Overall, Pingu Season 3 Episode 3 is a delightful and engaging installment in this beloved children's series, with two heartwarming stories that will entertain and educate young viewers about important life lessons such as honesty and perseverance.

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  • First Aired
    August 13, 1995
  • Content Rating
    TV-Y
  • Runtime
    10 min
  • Language
    English