StoryBots: Answer Time - Lasers (S1E6)
When a secret agent asks the StoryBots about lasers, Bang shoots the question to a photon named Frans. Anne Hathaway guest-stars.
| Runtime (min) | 23 |
|---|---|
| TMDB Rating | 6.0 (1 votes) |
| Air Date | 2022-11-21 |
| Genres | Kids, Animation |
| TV Rating | TV-Y |
| Network(s) | Netflix |
Storyline
In this episode, a secret agent arrives at StoryBots headquarters with an urgent question about lasers. The StoryBots spring into action, with Bang taking the lead to investigate how lasers work and what makes them special. The team's quest leads them to meet Frans, a photon who becomes their guide to understanding the science of light and laser technology.
Through their adventure with Frans, the StoryBots explore the fundamental properties of light, how photons behave, and what makes laser light different from ordinary light. The episode features Anne Hathaway in a guest-starring role, adding to the educational entertainment as the StoryBots uncover the answers the secret agent needs. The episode combines the show's signature blend of animation, music, and humor to make complex scientific concepts accessible and engaging for young viewers.
What kids learn
Children learn foundational concepts about light and physics through this episode's exploration of lasers. The episode introduces the idea that light is made up of tiny particles called photons, helping kids understand that even invisible things like light have structure and components. By meeting Frans the photon, children get a character-based way to grasp abstract scientific concepts, making the physics more relatable and memorable.
The episode also teaches kids what makes lasers unique compared to regular light. They learn that laser light is special because all its photons travel in the same direction and at the same wavelength, which is what gives lasers their focused beam and practical applications. This distinction helps children understand that different forms of the same thing—in this case, light—can have very different properties and uses.
Beyond the science, children see the StoryBots working as a team to answer a question, demonstrating that curiosity and collaboration lead to discovery. The secret agent framing adds an element of problem-solving and shows that asking questions is important in all kinds of situations, even exciting or urgent ones.
Parents' top 5 questions
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Is the science about lasers and photons accurate for young children? | The episode presents scientifically accurate foundational concepts in age-appropriate language. The explanation that light consists of photons and that lasers produce focused, coherent light is correct, though simplified. The show prioritizes making abstract physics concepts accessible to preschool and early elementary audiences, so some nuance is streamlined. The core facts about what makes laser light special—traveling in one direction with aligned wavelengths—are presented truthfully and provide a solid starting point for future learning. |
| Will my child understand what a photon is after watching? | Young children will grasp that photons are the tiny building blocks of light, even if they don't fully understand particle physics. The character Frans gives photons a friendly, relatable identity that helps kids remember the concept. Children may not retain technical details, but they'll come away understanding that light is made of something and that scientists have names for these components. This foundational awareness is age-appropriate and can be built upon as they grow. |
| Are there any scary elements with the secret agent storyline? | The secret agent framing is playful and adventurous rather than tense or frightening. StoryBots maintains its gentle, comedic tone throughout, so the spy theme serves as a fun narrative device rather than introducing genuine danger or suspense. The secret agent character is portrayed in a lighthearted way that adds excitement without creating anxiety. The episode remains firmly within the show's established comfort zone for young viewers. |
| How can I reinforce what my child learns about lasers? | You can point out everyday uses of lasers that your child might encounter, such as barcode scanners at stores, laser pointers, or even explaining that some printers use lasers. If you have a safe laser pointer, you can demonstrate how the light travels in a straight, focused beam compared to a flashlight's spread. Discussing how light bounces off mirrors or travels through windows can also build on the photon concepts introduced. Simple observations about light in daily life help cement the episode's lessons. |
| What age range is this episode most appropriate for? | This episode works well for children ages three through seven, the core StoryBots audience. Preschoolers will enjoy the characters, music, and basic idea that lasers are special light, while early elementary students can grasp more of the scientific explanation about photons and coherent light. The Anne Hathaway guest appearance and secret agent storyline add layers that keep slightly older kids engaged. The content is gentle enough for younger viewers while offering enough substance for early grade-schoolers. |
Writing
Directing
| Season # | Episode # | Episode Name |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | Something's not adding up for Giuseppe the pizza guy, but Beep totally knows how to help — multiplication! Danny DeVito guest-stars. |
| 1 | 2 | When a cat burglar has a question about keys, Boop goes to Security Hardware Headquarters to unlock the answer. Zooey Deschanel guest-stars. |
| 1 | 3 | How does glue work? Mr. Wonderful can't start his show until Bang gets to the bottom of this sticky question. Common guest-stars. |
| 1 | 4 | To build a sandcastle, a royal architect wants to know where sand comes from. It's up to Bo to get to the nitty gritty. Sophie Turner guest-stars. |
| 1 | 5 | Mr. Awesome Ultra Guy is curious about budgets, so Bing pays a visit to the bank. Kevin Smith guest-stars. |
| 1 | 6 | When a secret agent asks the StoryBots about lasers, Bang shoots the question to a photon named Frans. Anne Hathaway guest-stars. |
| 1 | 7 | Ms. Mushroom wants to learn how to taste better. To find out more, Bo goes to see her favorite band, the Taste Buds. Chrissy Teigen guest-stars. |
| 1 | 8 | Boop visits the Chemical Department to answer a burning question for Mr. Super Snowy Icy Cone Guy: How is ice made? Patton Oswalt guest-stars. |
| 1 | 9 | Bing takes a spin to the Department of Bodily Functions to help Mr. Karate Guy understand why people get dizzy. Gabriel Iglesias guest-stars. |
| 1 | 10 | A lost tourist wants to know how GPS works, so Beep travels to Old Willy's map to learn more. Craig Robinson guest-stars. |
| Season # | Episode # | Episode Name |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | 1 | Cosmic Caller thinks he found an alien code, but something's not adding up. Bing talks to Alabama Smith to figure things out. Rainn Wilson guest-stars. |
| 2 | 2 | Before his big show, the Great Bubblini is bursting to know how bubbles form. Bang heads to the laundromat to find out. Josh Gad guest-stars. |
| 2 | 3 | When Disco Delilah asks how many tiles she'll need for her dance floor, Beep steps up to learn more about area. Wendi McLendon-Covey guest-stars. |
| 2 | 4 | Bo explores why the moon seems to change shape to help Ms. Astronaut Lady safely land her spaceship. Scarlett Johansson guest-stars. |
| 2 | 5 | Ms. Firefighter has a burning question about taxes, so Boop visits the Department of Government and Stuff. Gabrielle Union guest-stars. |
| 2 | 6 | Beep takes a spin with documentarian Chase Weathers to answer Mr. Cow's question about how tornadoes form. Joe Lo Truglio guest-stars. |
| 2 | 7 | Where does glass come from? Mr. Castaway can't make windows for his house until Bo cracks this question. Steve Buscemi guest-stars. |
| 2 | 8 | After Ms. Cafeteria Worker Lady's refrigerator stops working, Bing visits the Refrigadome to learn more about cooling. Kristen Bell guest-stars. |
| 2 | 9 | Boop travels to the Archive Department to help the all-knowing Socradamus with a fundamental question: What is stuff made of? Simu Liu guest-stars. |
| 2 | 10 | When Ms. Clown gets an offer to invest in e-Digital-Clown-Circus-World.com, Bang pays a visit to a TV show about stocks. Julie Bowen guest-stars. |
| 2 | 11 | Bo looks into how the internet works after an office worker named Stacy accidentally sends a silly video to his boss. Trevor Noah guest-stars. |
| 2 | 12 | Bing races to ask runner Speedy Lightning a question about finding the fastest route for Ms. Pizza Delivery Lady. Jessica Alba guest-stars. |
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