Ep 20. The Skin I'm In/Fishy Washy

In The Cat in the Hat Knows a Lot About That! season 2 episode 20 titled "The Skin I'm In/Fishy Washy," the curious Cat in the Hat takes young viewers on a scientific adventure. In the first segment of the episode, "The Skin I'm In," the Cat meets Sally and Nick, and they discover that animals have unique ways to protect their skin. The Cat takes them on a journey to meet different animals, such as fish, snakes and even porcupines, to learn about different skin types and how they provide camouflage, protection and temperature control.

As they explore the world of animals and their skins, Sally and Nick also learn about how humans take care of their skin. They discover the importance of sunscreen and how to protect themselves from the harmful effects of the sun. The Cat teaches them that just like animals' skin, humans' skin also plays an important role in providing protection and maintaining body temperature.

In the second segment, "Fishy Washy," the Cat takes Sally and Nick on another journey to learn about how fish clean themselves. They visit a stream and observe how fish clean their scales by rubbing against rocks. The Cat explains to the kids that some fish use other animals to clean themselves, such as shrimp and small fish that eat the parasites and dead skin cells off the larger fish.

Sally and Nick also learn about the importance of keeping aquatic environments clean for the fish to thrive. The Cat teaches them how human actions, such as littering and pollution, can harm aquatic ecosystems and impact the lives of the animals living in them. Sally and Nick learn about the importance of respecting and caring for the natural world, and how they can do their part to protect it.

Throughout the episode, The Cat in the Hat uses his wit and humor to engage and entertain young viewers while also teaching them about scientific concepts. The show aims to foster curiosity and encourage children to ask questions about the world around them, promoting a love for learning. With its colorful animation and engaging characters, The Cat in the Hat Knows a Lot About That! is a fun and educational show that can entertain and teach children at the same time.