Chico Bon Bon: Monkey with a Tool Belt - Gigantic Glue Ball (S2E1)
In the wake of a massive burp-quake, the Fix-It Force uses a super-sticky glue to repair broken things all over town. But it works a little too well!
| Runtime (min) | 14 |
|---|---|
| Air Date | 2020-07-01 |
| Genres | Animation, Kids |
| TV Rating | TV-Y |
| Network(s) | Netflix |
Storyline
When a massive burp-quake shakes Blunderburg, buildings crack, structures topple, and chaos spreads across town. Chico Bon Bon and the Fix-It Force spring into action with a brand-new invention: super-sticky glue designed to repair all the damage quickly and efficiently. The team races from site to site, mending broken lampposts, cracked walls, and shattered playground equipment with their miracle adhesive.
However, the glue proves far more powerful than anticipated. Objects that were never meant to stick together become permanently bonded, creating a series of escalating mishaps throughout Blunderburg. The Fix-It Force must now solve a problem of their own making, working together to find a way to reverse the effects of the overly effective glue before the entire town becomes one giant, stuck-together mess. The episode highlights the importance of testing solutions carefully and thinking through unintended consequences before deploying a fix.
What kids learn
Children learn valuable lessons about problem-solving and the scientific method through Chico and his team's experience with the super-sticky glue. The episode demonstrates that even well-intentioned solutions can create new problems if not properly tested first. Young viewers see that making mistakes is a natural part of the invention process and that the real measure of a problem-solver is how they respond when things don't go as planned.
The story also reinforces the importance of teamwork and collaboration when facing challenges. Each member of the Fix-It Force contributes their unique skills and perspectives to both the initial repair effort and the subsequent cleanup operation. Children observe how brainstorming together and listening to different ideas leads to better outcomes than working alone.
Additionally, the episode touches on responsibility and accountability. When the Fix-It Force realizes their glue has caused unintended problems, they don't make excuses or walk away. Instead, they take ownership of the situation and work diligently to make things right, modeling integrity and perseverance for young viewers.
Parents' top 5 questions
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Is the burp-quake scene appropriate for preschoolers? | The burp-quake is played entirely for gentle humor and is not scary or crude. It's simply a silly natural event that sets the plot in motion, similar to other whimsical disasters in preschool programming. The focus quickly shifts to the repair efforts rather than dwelling on bodily humor, making it appropriate for the target age group of three to six year olds. |
| What problem-solving skills does this episode teach? | The episode teaches children to think through consequences before implementing solutions, to test ideas on a small scale first, and to remain flexible when initial plans don't work. Kids see the Fix-It Force analyze their mistake, brainstorm alternatives, and persist until they find a solution. These are foundational critical-thinking skills presented in an age-appropriate, entertaining context that preschoolers can understand and remember. |
| Does the episode show characters taking responsibility for their mistakes? | Yes, this is a central theme. When Chico and the Fix-It Force realize their super-sticky glue has created problems, they immediately acknowledge their role and work to fix the situation. They don't blame each other or make excuses. This models accountability and integrity in a way that's accessible to young children, showing that admitting mistakes and making them right is the responsible choice. |
| Are there any scary moments when things get stuck together? | The stuck-together situations are presented as humorous mishaps rather than frightening scenarios. The animation style remains bright and cheerful, and the characters approach each problem with optimism and determination rather than panic. The tone stays light and playful throughout, ensuring that even sensitive preschoolers will find the predicaments funny rather than distressing. |
| How can I extend the learning from this episode at home? | You can discuss times when a solution to one problem created a different problem, helping your child think about cause and effect. Simple experiments with safe household items like tape or play dough can demonstrate adhesion and problem-solving. You might also encourage your child to think of alternative solutions the Fix-It Force could have tried, fostering creative thinking and reinforcing the episode's lessons about testing ideas carefully. |
Writing
Directing
| Season # | Episode # | Episode Name |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | It's time for Blunderburg's annual Underwear Parade — but the mayor's royal undies won't stay up! Can the Fix-It Force restore their elasticity? |
| 1 | 2 | Famous piano man Elkin John is performing a concert high atop Blunderburg Tower. There's just one problem: His instrument won't fit in the elevator. |
| 1 | 3 | Bridge-eating beetles are keeping pizza delivery man Mr. McFluster from getting his pie across the canyon to a hungry customer. Can air pressure help? |
| 1 | 4 | The high-tech refrigerator that the Fix-It Force built for their neighbor transforms when she pushes the wrong button. Now it's a robot on the loose! |
| 1 | 5 | Captain Squirrelbeard is delivering a cupcake to his sea monster friend when his ship gets stuck on dry land. Can Chico's crew get him moving again? |
| 1 | 6 | While the Fix-It Force is babysitting Elkin John's dog, Bernie, the puppy wriggles out of his leash and disappears! Now the friends need to find him. |
| 1 | 7 | The Pizzarito is the hottest new snack in Blunderburg, but the Lemurettis can't make them fast enough. Time to engineer a solution — with automation! |
| 1 | 8 | Neil and Nell Ostrich are having a baby! But can the Fix-It Force come up with a way to get the egg to the hospital before it hatches? |
| 1 | 9 | Rainbow Thunder is facing off against Stormcloud Lightning to see who the best pancake flipper is. But to win, she'll need the ultimate spatula. |
| 1 | 10 | Thanks to a cold, Clark can't go to Blunderburg Station to watch the Choo-Choo Express roll in. Can his friends find a way to bring the train to him? |
| Season # | Episode # | Episode Name |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | 1 | In the wake of a massive burp-quake, the Fix-It Force uses a super-sticky glue to repair broken things all over town. But it works a little too well! |
| 2 | 2 | Mayor Murphy made a sandwich so special that she locked it away ... and lost the key. Can Chico's crew use pattern logic to crack the code? |
| 2 | 3 | The Fix-It Force works together to get Mrs. Coleslaw's toaster out of a deep hole using springy energy — and pinball wizardry. |
| 2 | 4 | Herb the Hermit Crab is extra crabby because his morning cup of cocoa is cold. But what's the best way to heat it back up again? |
| 2 | 5 | Garden Gobblers are eating up all of the mayor's carrots, and soon there won't be any more left! Can the power of suction save the day? |
| 2 | 6 | Mrs. Coleslaw calls Chico and his crew to her house, where a talking rug is the first clue in a major mechanical mystery. Time to solve it! |
| 2 | 7 | The team builds a Super Sock Sorting Machine to tame a mountain of missing socks and return the lost items to their rightful owners. |
| 2 | 8 | The mayor's mechanical gardening gnomes are burning coal — and spewing smoke everywhere. Can the Fix-It Force find a clean energy source to fuel them? |
| 2 | 9 | When a mysterious "Night Tear-er" wreaks havoc in Blunderburg, Mrs. Coleslaw tags along to help Team Chico track down the culprit. |
| 2 | 10 | The Lemurettis' restaurant is on top of Mount Parmesan, making it im-pasta-ble for any customers to get up there. But everyone's hungry for a solution! |
| Season # | Episode # | Episode Name |
|---|---|---|
| 3 | 1 | When Mrs. Coleslaw and other Blunderfolk get stuck to a gigantic goo monster, Chico tries to get through the goo to save them with his special spray. |
| 3 | 2 | "Dancing with the Seals" is in town, and Mrs. Coleslaw needs the Fix-It Force to make her shoes that can grip and slip to keep up with her dance moves. |
| 3 | 3 | When she’s piñata wrestling, Tiny becomes the invincible Macho Mouse! But can the Fix-It Force help her in a match against the durable Piñata of Doom? |
| 3 | 4 | Captain Squirrelbeard’s loud treasure gong is keeping everyone awake, sending the Fix-It Force on a search for ways to soundproof the town. |
| 3 | 5 | To help Clark win the Elephant Ninja Warrior Race, the Fix-It Force engineers a pendulum to swing him through a too-tall wall at the finish line. |
| 3 | 6 | The Fix-It Force is stranded in the middle of a desert, miles from home, with no food or water. Building a glider is the best bet back to Blunderburg! |
| 3 | 7 | Rainbow’s nephew Ricky Pig is pretty stinky since he refuses to take baths, so Chico's crew designs the ultimate stunt course to finally get him clean. |
| 3 | 8 | Blunderburg’s new fix-it robot is causing problems instead of solving them! Can Chico's team step in to stop the bot from making more of a mess in town? |
| 3 | 9 | Mount Fudgey is about to erupt chocolate pudding everywhere unless the Fix-It Force can create a pipe system to funnel the flow and avoid disaster! |
| 3 | 10 | The Yum Yums from Planet Zum Zum love toast, so Chico and friends teach these aliens how to make it before they blast off with the town’s total supply. |
| Season # | Episode # | Episode Name |
|---|---|---|
| 4 | 1 | The Fix-It Force must find a monster-sized serving of ice cream before a giant creature destroys Blunderburg seeking all the scoops she can get. |
| 4 | 2 | A swarm of tree-gobbling beetles threatens Blunderburg! But Chico and friends realize their favorite pastime, Sprinkle Ball, just might save them all. |
| 4 | 3 | Chico always aces his tool belt test. Will the chain reaction of accidents all around him break his concentration — and his winning streak? |
| 4 | 4 | Skateboarders will make a mess of City Hall before Mr. McFluster’s once-a-year inspection — unless Chico's crew can build a park with a radical ramp. |
| 4 | 5 | No street cart is safe when Mrs. Coleslaw blindly slips into the driver’s seat of Tool Force One. Only Chico's makeshift parachute can slow her down! |
| 4 | 6 | Book-loving burglars are nabbing anything they can read in the treehouse. Can the Fix-It Force re-engineer a device to track them down? |
| 4 | 7 | They’ve lost all power in Blunderburg Tower! Without a battery with a big-enough charge, Chico and Co. need to find a new way to generate electricity. |
| 4 | 8 | Popsicles are the perfect treat to beat the heat. But used sticks littered around town are causing problems, so Chico must find ways to repurpose them. |
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