The Magic School Bus Rides Again - Making Magic (S2E13)
A field trip to the center of the sun takes a dangerous detour when the school's safety-conscious principal, Mr. Ruhle, tags along.
| Runtime (min) | 25 |
|---|---|
| Air Date | 2018-04-13 |
| Genres | Kids, Animation |
| TV Rating | TV-Y |
Storyline
In this thrilling episode of 'The Magic School Bus Rides Again', Ms. Frizzle takes her class on an adventurous field trip to the center of the sun. However, things take an unexpected turn when the overly cautious Principal Ruhle decides to tag along, bringing his strict safety protocols with him.
As the journey unfolds, the students face various challenges that test their courage and creativity. With Principal Ruhle's apprehensions clashing against the magic of the bus, the class must find a way to navigate the sun's extreme conditions while ensuring everyone's safety.
What Parents Say
This episode highlights the importance of balancing safety with exploration. Principal Ruhle's character introduces a comedic but relatable perspective for parents who may worry about their children's adventures. While his intentions are good, his overprotectiveness creates tension and teaches children about the value of trust, teamwork, and problem-solving in the face of challenges.
Another engaging element of 'Making Magic' is how it encourages curiosity and learning about the sun. Kids are exposed to interesting scientific facts while navigating the unpredictable scenarios that arise. This blend of education and entertainment helps foster a love for science and exploration in young viewers.
What Children Can Learn
Throughout the episode, kids learn about the structure and functions of the sun, including its layers and the significance of solar energy. The students encounter real-life scenarios that prompt them to think critically about their surroundings and apply their knowledge to solve problems.
Additionally, the episode emphasizes teamwork as the class collaborates to adapt to Principal Ruhle's strict rules while still having fun. They discover that sometimes, bending the rules can lead to greater learning experiences, teaching children the importance of flexibility and creative thinking in the face of obstacles.
Five Most Asked Questions
Here are the top five questions parents may have about this exciting episode of 'The Magic School Bus Rides Again'.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What educational themes are explored in this episode? | This episode focuses on the science of the sun, teaching children about its structure and the vital role it plays in our solar system. Through the adventures of the students, viewers learn about solar energy and the sun's layers, making complex topics accessible and engaging. |
| How does Principal Ruhle impact the field trip? | Principal Ruhle's presence adds a layer of tension as he tries to enforce safety measures that clash with the adventurous spirit of the class. His character is a humorous representation of parental concerns, showing how excessive caution can sometimes hinder exploration and learning. |
| What problem-solving skills do the characters demonstrate? | The students face several challenges during their trip, forcing them to think critically and work together. They must find creative solutions to navigate the sun's extreme conditions while ensuring Principal Ruhle’s safety, which showcases the importance of teamwork and adaptability. |
| Are there any memorable moments in the episode? | One of the standout moments includes the students using their creative thinking to overcome an obstacle caused by Principal Ruhle's strict rules. Their clever use of the bus's magical features results in hilarious and unexpected outcomes, keeping viewers entertained while reinforcing the value of teamwork. |
| How does the episode balance humor and education? | The blend of humor and educational content is seamless in this episode, with Principal Ruhle’s over-the-top reactions providing comic relief. The light-hearted situations encountered by the students keep the audience engaged while delivering important scientific lessons in a fun and memorable way. |
Cast
Writing
Directing
| Season # | Episode # | Episode Name |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | Change is good for everyone except Arnold, who's worried that a new teacher - Ms. Frizzle's young sister - will alter the class's "ecosystem". |
| 1 | 2 | A field trip to the world's windiest mountain helps Keesha and the class strengthen a set piece for a sequel to "The Three Little Pigs". |
| 1 | 3 | Ms. Frizzle takes the class to Hawaii where an overprotecting Wanda gets schooled when she's forced to think like a tiny little fish. |
| 1 | 4 | Tim pens an original comic book for the school's upcoming time capsule ceremony that pits Weatherman against Captain Rock Man. But who will win? |
| 1 | 5 | While visiting a mountain made of magnetite, Ralphie and the class shrink to subatomic size to get some hot tips for their disorganized dance troupe. |
| 1 | 6 | Carlos plans to convince the principal to let the students keep a pet rat in the classroom. But first, he'll have to stop sneezing. |
| 1 | 7 | Determined to outwit an old rival, DA applies the art of animal camouflage to a schoolwide game of extreme hide-and-seek. |
| 1 | 8 | A lesson on water and its three basic forms -- solid, liquid and gas -- inspires Jyoti's submission for a "3-in-1 Gizmo That Goes" contest. |
| 1 | 9 | An out-of-this world class trip takes the students up into space, where a selfie-obsessed Keesha accidentally sparks disaster. |
| 1 | 10 | An icy glacier's eye-opening birth story helps a data-driven DA -- who's not one for public speaking -- deliver a talk to a sold-out crowd. |
| 1 | 11 | The class constructs a giant robot with help from brainy scientist Dr. Sarah Bellum, then takes a look inside Ralphie's nervous system. |
| 1 | 12 | A skittish Arnold looks to alternative energy sources to help keep his fears at bay while camping outdoors with Ms. Frizzle and the class. |
| 1 | 13 | Ms. Frizzle turns the Magic School Bus into a submarine to take the class into the ocean's darkest depths and retrieve Jyoti's high-tech locket. |
| Season # | Episode # | Episode Name |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | 1 | When the class gets an invite to compete on Tim's favorite TV game show, the bus takes them all back in time to bone up on how fossils are formed. |
| 2 | 2 | From scratch marks to stolen pepperoni slices, the science classroom's a mess -- and all clues seem to point to Wanda's bird friend, Marty the Magpie. |
| 2 | 3 | Wanda's been so busy planning this year's Fall Fun Feast that she forgot about the food. Now her only hope is a farm that's supposedly haunted. Gulp! |
| 2 | 4 | Ms. Frizzle and the class race across the internet to recover a digitized Arnold before Jyoti's grandmother accidentally deletes him. |
| 2 | 5 | The kids learn to see the world through the eyes of different animals when a careless Arnold loses Carlos's pet rat -- then turns her invisible! |
| 2 | 6 | While building (and rebuilding) their own space rover to tackle the terrain on a faraway planet, Jyoti and the class learn that it's OK to fail. |
| 2 | 7 | A race between competitive brothers Carlos and Mikey takes the gang to the top of an in-pasta-ble mountain, where they learn about simple machines. |
| 2 | 8 | The kids go looking for rain to test out Jyoti's latest invention, "The Autobrella," only to wind up with their heads stuck in the clouds. |
| 2 | 9 | A little math helps Ralphie make complicated midair calculations when his cousins recruit him to join their high-flying circus act. |
| 2 | 10 | Ralphie doesn't believe Tim when he tells him that trees can talk, so Ms. Frizzle takes the class to a forest that's louder than it looks. |
| 2 | 11 | Every person and animal poops. But the class isn't convinced that this so-called "brown gold" is as valuable as DA's famous inventor uncle says it is. |
| 2 | 12 | The bus takes Ms. Frizzle and the class deep inside Arnold's cousin Janet to learn why our genes makes us look, act and feel the way we do. |
| 2 | 13 | A field trip to the center of the sun takes a dangerous detour when the school's safety-conscious principal, Mr. Ruhle, tags along. |
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