Vikingskool - The Best of the Best (S1E8)
At a "Career Day" to introduce students to different career options, Ylva wants to become a Valkyrie, like Turid - in other words, the Best of the Best.
| Runtime (min) | 22 |
|---|---|
| Air Date | 2022-05-06 |
| Genres | Animation, Comedy |
| TV Rating | TV-Y7 |
| Network(s) | Okoo |
Storyline
The Viking school hosts a Career Day where students learn about different professional paths available to young Vikings. Various adult Vikings visit to share their trades and accomplishments, giving the children a glimpse into possible futures. Among the visiting professionals is Turid, a Valkyrie whose presence immediately captures the attention of the students with tales of her elite warrior status and legendary achievements.
Ylva becomes inspired by Turid's visit and sets her sights on becoming a Valkyrie herself, determined to prove she has what it takes to join the ranks of the Best of the Best. The episode follows Ylva as she grapples with the high standards and demanding expectations associated with this prestigious warrior path. Through her efforts to demonstrate Valkyrie-worthy skills and qualities, Ylva learns important lessons about ambition, self-improvement, and what it truly means to strive for excellence in a chosen field.
What kids learn
Children watching this episode encounter meaningful lessons about career exploration and personal ambition. The Career Day framework introduces the idea that different professions require different skills and temperaments, helping young viewers begin thinking about their own interests and strengths. Ylva's fascination with becoming a Valkyrie demonstrates how exposure to role models can spark genuine passion and direction in children's lives.
The episode also addresses the challenge of setting high goals and working toward excellence. Ylva's determination to become the Best of the Best illustrates the value of aspiration while also touching on the effort and dedication required to achieve ambitious objectives. Children see that admiring someone's accomplishments is just the first step, and that pursuing a difficult path means committing to growth and improvement.
Additionally, the story offers lessons about self-assessment and realistic goal-setting. As Ylva pursues her Valkyrie dream, young viewers can reflect on how to balance inspiration with honest evaluation of one's current abilities, and how to approach the gap between where they are and where they want to be with both enthusiasm and patience.
Parents' top 5 questions
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Is this episode appropriate for introducing career conversations with young children? | Yes, the Career Day structure provides an age-appropriate framework for discussing different jobs and life paths. The Viking setting makes the concept playful and accessible while still conveying that people have different skills and choose different professions. The episode keeps career exploration light and aspirational rather than pressuring, making it a comfortable springboard for family conversations about interests and future possibilities without overwhelming younger viewers. |
| How does the episode handle Ylva's ambition to be the best? | The episode presents Ylva's goal of becoming a Valkyrie as admirable ambition rather than unhealthy perfectionism. Her desire to be the Best of the Best stems from genuine inspiration after meeting Turid, showing how positive role models can motivate children. The story acknowledges that elite achievements require dedication and skill while treating Ylva's aspiration with respect, allowing young viewers to see big dreams as worthy pursuits rather than impossible fantasies. |
| Does the episode show what happens if Ylva doesn't succeed immediately? | The episode focuses on Ylva's journey of attempting to demonstrate Valkyrie-worthy qualities and grappling with the high standards of this elite path. The story emphasizes effort and aspiration, giving children a realistic sense that prestigious goals require work and growth. The narrative treats setbacks as part of the learning process rather than failures, helping young viewers understand that working toward difficult goals is valuable regardless of immediate outcomes. |
| What kind of role model is Turid the Valkyrie for young viewers? | Turid represents an accomplished professional who has achieved elite status through skill and dedication. Her presence at Career Day shows successful adults sharing their experiences with the next generation, modeling mentorship and community investment. For viewers, particularly girls, Turid demonstrates that women can hold prestigious warrior positions in the Viking world, offering representation of female strength and achievement that inspires Ylva and can similarly motivate young audience members. |
| Are there any concerning messages about competition or comparison? | The episode centers on personal aspiration rather than defeating others or proving superiority. Ylva's goal is to become a Valkyrie because she admires what they represent, not to beat her classmates or gain status over peers. The Best of the Best concept refers to an elite professional standard rather than a competitive ranking against friends. This framing keeps the focus on self-improvement and worthy goals rather than unhealthy comparison or rivalry. |
Writing
Directing
| Season # | Episode # | Episode Name |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | When Hammerson announces that he is going to test all the students to make sure they belong at the school, Arni is worried that he will fail: he is not a warrior! |
| 1 | 2 | Doomhild annoys everyone with her latest gadgets that allow her to be an excellent sailor without having to lift a finger. |
| 1 | 3 | During a Viking "astronomy" class, a metallic meteorite falls from the sky, lands at Erik's feet and makes the glyphs on his grandfather's sword glow. |
| 1 | 4 | When the naive Arni gives some culinary advice to Latouillette, the school's scary cook, he doesn't have time to say "wow" before he finds himself at the stove, "since it's so easy". |
| 1 | 5 | After spending years in the forest, Ylva is still having trouble adjusting to "civilization. She feels particularly challenged in Ms. Tendon's "diplomacy" class. |
| 1 | 6 | Not wanting to miss the school trip to the Trifröst Glade, Erik firmly denies having chevrite, a highly contagious disease, even though it is not true. |
| 1 | 7 | Arni hasn't slept in weeks, to the point that his health is suffering. At night, horrible screams emanate from the school basement. |
| 1 | 8 | At a "Career Day" to introduce students to different career options, Ylva wants to become a Valkyrie, like Turid - in other words, the Best of the Best. |
| 1 | 9 | At the Vikingskool, preparations for the Clan Assembly are well underway. |
| 1 | 10 | While Arni is on a mission to collect pebbles on the beach, he comes across a small pebble troll. |
| 1 | 11 | One morning, when they wake up, the students of the school realize that all the adults have disappeared! |
| 1 | 12 | Erik is tired of the misfortunes his family suffers, which he blames on bad luck. When he accidentally digs up what looks like a "lucky coin", he keeps it preciously for himself. |
| 1 | 13 | As part of the turnip festival, the school always elects a turnip king and queen. This year, the competition is tough for the pretenders to the title of queen! |
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