Chico Bon Bon: Monkey with a Tool Belt - Slippy Grippy Shuffle (S3E2)
"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.
| Runtime (min) | 14 |
|---|---|
| Air Date | 2020-09-22 |
| Genres | Animation, Kids |
| TV Rating | TV-Y |
| Network(s) | Netflix |
Storyline
When the popular dance show "Dancing with the Seals" comes to town, Mrs. Coleslaw is thrilled at the opportunity to participate. However, she quickly realizes that her current footwear won't allow her to perform the complex dance moves required for the show. The routine demands shoes that can both grip the floor firmly for stability during certain steps and slip smoothly across the surface for gliding moves, presenting a unique engineering challenge.
Mrs. Coleslaw calls upon Chico Bon Bon and the Fix-It Force to solve her footwear dilemma. The team must design and build special shoes that can switch between gripping and slipping modes to match the changing demands of her dance routine. Using their problem-solving skills and tool expertise, the Fix-It Force works together to create an innovative solution that will help Mrs. Coleslaw keep up with the intricate choreography and shine on the dance floor.
What kids learn
This episode teaches children about friction and how different surfaces interact with one another. Through the challenge of creating shoes that can both grip and slip, young viewers learn that friction can be both helpful and limiting depending on the situation, and that engineers must understand these properties to design effective solutions. The episode demonstrates how the same surface can behave differently based on the materials and mechanisms applied to it.
Children also learn about creative problem-solving when faced with seemingly contradictory requirements. The Fix-It Force must figure out how to make a single pair of shoes perform two opposite functions, encouraging viewers to think flexibly and consider innovative approaches when challenges appear impossible at first glance.
The episode reinforces the value of using skills and knowledge to help others pursue their passions. Mrs. Coleslaw's love of dancing drives the entire project, showing children that engineering and creativity can support people in doing what they love. The story also models teamwork and the importance of listening carefully to understand exactly what someone needs before jumping into building a solution.
Parents' top 5 questions
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What engineering concept does this episode teach about friction? | The episode introduces the concept that friction between surfaces can be adjusted and controlled. Children see that gripping requires high friction to prevent slipping, while smooth gliding requires low friction. The Fix-It Force demonstrates that engineers can design solutions that modify friction levels based on specific needs, helping young viewers understand that this physical property isn't fixed but can be manipulated through clever design and material choices. |
| How does this episode encourage creative thinking in children? | The challenge of creating shoes that perform two opposite functions—gripping and slipping—pushes children to think beyond simple solutions. The episode shows that seemingly contradictory requirements can be met through innovative design, encouraging viewers to approach problems with flexibility and imagination. This teaches children not to give up when a challenge seems impossible but instead to look for creative ways to meet multiple needs simultaneously. |
| What tools or building concepts might my child want to explore after watching? | After seeing the Fix-It Force design special shoes, children may become curious about how different materials create different amounts of friction. They might want to experiment with sliding various objects across different surfaces, comparing smooth versus textured materials. This episode could inspire hands-on exploration of how rubber grips differently than plastic or fabric, making it a great springboard for simple at-home science experiments about surfaces and movement. |
| Does this episode promote helping others pursue their interests? | Yes, the entire premise centers on the Fix-It Force using their engineering skills to help Mrs. Coleslaw participate in something she's passionate about. The episode demonstrates that our abilities can be used to support others in achieving their goals and dreams, even when those goals are different from our own. This reinforces the value of community support and using one's talents to enable others to do what they love. |
| What problem-solving steps does the Fix-It Force model in this episode? | The team demonstrates a clear problem-solving process: listening carefully to understand the specific need, identifying the core challenge (shoes that both grip and slip), brainstorming possible solutions, and building and testing their design. This structured approach shows children that complex problems can be broken down into manageable steps. The episode reinforces that successful solutions come from truly understanding what someone needs before jumping into construction or implementation. |
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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