Nanalan'

Nanalan'

Nanalan’ is a super-sweet preschool show that explores theme-based learning through play, stories, songs and puppet shows! Join Mona, a little green girl as she learns all about the world in the safe, loving environment of her Nana’s backyard.

Family

Seasons

Dragonfly

1. Dragonfly

Air Date: 1998-09-07

That dragonfly won’t budge ‘til it’s good and ready!

Bubbles

2. Bubbles

Air Date: 1998-09-14

Sometimes the simple things in life are the most fun!

Birdy

3. Birdy

Air Date: 1998-09-21

Mona sets out on a mission to find the perfect bird food. You can cross “grass” and “rocks” off that list…

Scarf

4. Scarf

Air Date: 1998-09-28

Nana’s boring knitting turns into a fierce match of tug-of-war with Russell. Who will win this round?

Don’t Cry

5. Don’t Cry

Air Date: 1998-10-05

There’s no use crying over dropped walnuts…

Caterpillar

6. Caterpillar

Air Date: 1998-10-12

Russell’s nap is rudely interrupted by a curious caterpillar.

Feed the Chipmunk

7. Feed the Chipmunk

Air Date: 1998-10-19

Mona has a magical experience when a tiny chipmunk accepts a walnut right from her hand!

Lollipop

8. Lollipop

Air Date: 1998-10-26

Mona isn’t very eager to share her lollipop with Russell...

Leaf Raking

9. Leaf Raking

Air Date: 1998-11-02

Playing in the leaves is fun and all, but someone has to clean up the mess!

Flamingo

10. Flamingo

Air Date: 1998-11-09

Mona takes Nana's new dazzling pink flamingo for a spin, soaring high above the grass and having a blast!

Frog

11. Frog

Air Date: 1998-11-16

Am I going crazy, or did that statue just say “Ribbit”?

Sandbox

12. Sandbox

Air Date: 1998-11-23

The sandbox is a mysterious place full of lost treasures.

Over the Fence

13. Over the Fence

Air Date: 1998-11-30

Sometimes it just takes a little motivation to make the impossible possible!

Bee

14. Bee

Air Date: 1998-12-07

A sensitive bumble bee buzzes around the yard.

Tube

15. Tube

Air Date: 1998-12-14

A paper towel roll makes a tubular tunnel for caterpillars.

16. Russell’s Itch

Air Date: 1998-12-21

You scratch my back, and I’ll scratch yours.

17. Russell’s Dinner

Air Date: 1998-12-28

In an impressive show of strength, Mona feeds Russell his dinner.

18. Russell’s Balloon

Air Date: 1999-01-04

Russell plays a daring game with a delicate balloon.

19. Snake

Air Date: 1999-01-11

Mona is delighted to find a slithery snake in the yard. Russell on the other hand…

20. Hula, Hula

Air Date: 1999-01-18

Dance to the beat of your own drum!

21. Spider

Air Date: 1999-01-25

It turns out the ‘Itsy Bitsy Spider’ isn’t very popular among actual spiders...

22. Butterfly Tag

Air Date: 1999-02-01

Just when you think you know a bug… it flutters off.

23. Feather

Air Date: 1999-02-08

Poor, sleepy Russell falls victim to Mona’s ticklish feather.

24. Sneeze

Air Date: 1999-02-15

That flower makes Russell sneeze like crazy!

25. Dinner Guest

Air Date: 1999-02-22

A daring caterpillar helps itself to Russell’s dinner!

26. Feeding the Birds

Air Date: 1999-03-01

Mona has a realization: The more croutons, the more birds!

27. Blowing a Balloon

Air Date: 1999-03-08

What’s more fun than blowing up a balloon? Letting it go!

28. Frog

Air Date: 1999-03-15

Catching a frog is a lot harder than you’d think…

29. The Bath

Air Date: 1999-03-22

Russell tries his best to avoid the bath, but Mona won’t let this one slide...

30. Love

Air Date: 1999-03-29

Mona and Russell feel the warmth of love.

31. Nap Swap

Air Date: 1999-04-05

Mona wants to play, and Russell wants to sleep. Now Russell wants to play, and Mona wants to sleep- You just can’t win!

Pea Pod

1. Pea Pod

Air Date: 1999-09-06

Sometimes you have to break the rules to learn something new.

Ouch

2. Ouch

Air Date: 1999-09-13

Russell gets a bit dramatic when Nana steps on his paw by accident.

Wind

3. Wind

Air Date: 1999-09-20

Flying a kite is frustrating business when there’s no wind!

Big Dog

4. Big Dog

Air Date: 1999-09-27

A good friend will always have your back.

Apple

5. Apple

Air Date: 1999-10-04

There’s a nice, ripe apple hanging there waiting to be eaten, but it’s juuuust out of reach.

Picnic

6. Picnic

Air Date: 1999-10-11

Mona and Russell are ejoying their picnic, but they aren't the only hungry ones in the yard...

Birthday

7. Birthday

Air Date: 1999-10-18

They always seem to like the wrapping more than the gift itself…

New Friend

8. New Friend

Air Date: 1999-10-25

Some big excitement in the backyard when a bug lands on Mona's head.

Clouds

9. Clouds

Air Date: 1999-11-01

Sit back, relax, and watch the clouds roll by… Hey! – That one looks like a cat!

Worm

10. Worm

Air Date: 1999-11-08

Playing in the dirt is fun and all… but something is moving in there!

Stretching

11. Stretching

Air Date: 1999-11-15

Mona and Russell are sleepy and they stretch themselves awake.

Potato Bug

12. Potato Bug

Air Date: 1999-11-22

Did that bug just turn into a ball? That was weird.

Hose

13. Hose

Air Date: 1999-11-29

Russell is so thirsty he gets his tongue stuck in the hose!

First Snow

14. First Snow

Air Date: 1999-12-06

A blanket of fresh, undisturbed snow. You know what that means… Snow angels!

Stick

15. Stick

Air Date: 1999-12-13

It’s all fun and games in fetch ‘till the stick goes over the fence.

16. Puppet

Air Date: 1999-12-20

Mona goes on a scaring spree with her new puppet.

17. Bent Flower

Air Date: 1999-12-27

I don’t think pretend watering is going to help that droopy flower…

18. Carrot

Air Date: 2000-01-03

Picking a carrot is a real team effort.

19. Hot Day

Air Date: 2000-01-10

Going for a swim is a great way to cool off on a hot day… if you can manage to get in the pool, that is!

20. Nana’s Fish

Air Date: 2000-01-17

Mona serves up a five-star feast for Nana’s goldfish.

21. Dance

Air Date: 2000-01-24

When you just can’t think of something to do– dance!

22. Snowball

Air Date: 2000-01-31

A big snowball can always be a bigger snowball... until it can't.

23. Garden Gnome

Air Date: 2000-02-07

This Gnome fellow seems awfully shy…

24. Costume Party

Air Date: 2000-02-14

Somehow scaring Nana with ghost costumes never gets old.

25. Secret

Air Date: 2000-02-21

What’s that? You have a secret? Well now you really have to tell me...

26. Out of the Pool

Air Date: 2000-02-28

There’s a chipmunk pool party happening… in Mona’s pool!

27. New Doll

Air Date: 2000-03-06

Russell goes fishing for attention when Mona’s new stuffed duck steals the show.

28. Imitate Bugs

Air Date: 2000-03-13

Every bug has its own funny way of moving.

29. Mona Lisa

Air Date: 2000-03-20

Now that one is going on the fridge!

30. Save the Fish

Air Date: 2000-03-27

Russell scares the goldfish right out of the bowl!

31. Lighting

Air Date: 2000-04-03

Lightning is a little scary, but rainy days are beautiful in their own way.

32. Patio

Air Date: 2000-04-10

Nana puts up some snazzy new lights in the backyard… Are you thinking what I’m thinking? Dance Party!

33. Snow Person

Air Date: 2000-04-17

Russell helps himself to a convenient carrot after building the whole snowman himself.

34. Firefly

Air Date: 2000-04-24

Is that bug glowing? What a wonder of nature!

35. Whirlpool

Air Date: 2000-05-01

The pool is a place of endless possibilities.

36. Cocoon

Air Date: 2000-05-08

There’s no way that’s just a leaf...

37. Grey Day

Air Date: 2000-05-15

When the whole day seems drab, maybe it's time for a nap!

38. Blanket

Air Date: 2000-05-22

39. Maraca

Air Date: 2000-05-29

40. Munk Love

Air Date: 2000-06-05

41. The Cow

Air Date: 2001-04-09

1. Inside Nana's House

Air Date: 2003-04-07

2. Free

Air Date: 2003-09-01

Mona catches a frog and puts it in her yellow Bucket. She is very proud of catching the little animal. Mr. Wooka performs a puppet show about a princess who feels so trapped, she kisses a frog to set herself free. This convinces Mona she should set her new little froggy friend free too! After all the slimy business, Mona needs a bath and she becomes a slippery little frog herself. After her cute bath, it's Story-time with Nana, reading a storybook called "Sammy Duck Feels Yuck" about a little duck who feels stuck inside!

3. Birdsong

Air Date: 2003-09-02

Mona learns there are a many different ways of communicating with each other. Different people have different ways of chatting, and so do animals! Mr. Wooka performs a pizza-related puppet show about overcoming a language barrier, and Nana reads a storybook about a baby bird who just wants to be understood.

4. Purple Juice

Air Date: 2003-09-03

Mona shares some grape juice with her stuffed duck, which leaves a big stain on Fleefer’s face! Mona panics, but Nana knows there’s no need to worry, together they can get Fleefer all cleaned up. Mr. Wooka performs a puppet show about two kids who need to share so they can play a proper game of basketball, and at the end of the day, Nana reads a story called “Oranges to Share” about a picnic made even better by sharing!

5. Home

Air Date: 2003-09-04

Mona learns that different creatures have all kinds of different kinds of homes! When the rain comes down during Mr. Wooka’s arctic animal puppet show, he builds a comfy dog house for Russell! At the end of the day, Nana reads a story about different animals and where they live.

6. Big Girl

Air Date: 2003-09-05

In this episode, Mona and Nana flip through a photo album full of adorable baby pictures of Mona! When they water the garden together, Mona learns that the plants grow up just like her! Mr. Wooka does performs a puppet show about a patient fisherman who waits to catch the biggest fish, and at the end of the day, Nana sings a song about things of all different sizes.

7. Chipmunk in the House

Air Date: 2003-09-29

Mona's stuffed duck, Fleefer is lost! Luckily with a little searching Mona is able to find her. Russell gets a little jealous of the attention Fleefer is getting and throws her over the fence! When a chipmunk sneaks into Nana’s house, Mona, Russell and Nana team up to get the wild animal back outside where it belongs! At the end of the day, Nana reads a storybook about Pete, a polar bear who learns he belongs at home in the cold Arctic, not in hot Hawaii!

8. Chirp

Air Date: 2003-10-08

When Mona hears a mysterious chirping sound in the backyard, she follows her ears to find a cute little cricket! She realizes there are all sorts of silly sounds around her, and explores where they’re coming from. Mr. Wooka puts on a very funny funny puppet show and Nana reads a storybook about a zoo full of animals and the sounds they make.

9. Sunshine

Air Date: 2003-10-23

Everyone needs a little sunshine, but Mona learns there's such a thing as too much sun! Mr. Wooka performs a puppet show about a lazy frog who ends up with a nasty sunburn! For an afternoon cool down, Nana sets Mona and Russell up in the pool with an umbrella! At the end of the day, Nana reads "Sunny Bunny's Sunny Day", a storybook all about the importance of the sun!

10. Hummingbird

Air Date: 2003-10-24

In this episode, Mona learns you have to be patient and quiet to see something as shy as a hummingbird. Russell learns to wait patiently for his lunch, and Mr. Wooka performs a puppet show about a loud mouth fisherman who learns to be quiet. At the end of the day, Nana reads a story about a little girl name Wendy who learns that good things come to those who wait.

11. Lollipop

Air Date: 2003-11-03

Mona and Russell aren’t getting along after a candy-related tussle, but true friends don’t let silly things like lollipops get between them! Mr. Wooka performs a puppet show about two strong buddies who learn tug of war is a lot more fun to play together than alone. When nap time comes around, Russell misses Mona! But sometimes a little alone time is a good thing. At the end of the day, Nana sings a song about how fun it is to hula dance together.

12. Rainy Day

Air Date: 2003-11-10

Mona and Russell are disappointed when they can’t play outside on a rainy day, so Nana shows them all the fun things to do inside! Watching funny videos and playing with squishy clay are great ways to pass the time, but an even better way is having a living room dance party! At the end of the day, Nana reads a story called "The Sunny Bunny's Rainy Day" about a bunny who learns to love rainy days as much as sunny ones!

13. Love

Air Date: 2003-11-17

This episode is all about love and Mona learns about different ways it is expressed and needed. Mr. Wooka does a puppet show about a scary monster that just wants to be loved, Nana makes Valentines and sings her classic "NANA LOVES BANANAS" Nana reads a cute book called "SAMMY DUCK LOVES EVERYTHING"

14. Snow

Air Date: 2003-12-01

On a beautiful winter day, Mona, Nana and Russell get all bundled up to build a snow guy, and Mona learns the hard way that snowmen don’t like to warm up inside. Mr. Wooka performs a puppet show about a pair of sledders who just can’t accept that it’s too hot out to toboggan! At the end of the day, Nana reads a story about Harry, a clever horse who knows about all different temperatures.

15. Goodbye

Air Date: 2003-12-08

When her precious red balloon drifts away and out of reach, Mona learns that just like bubble baths and cookies, good things come to an end. Mr. Wooka performs a puppet show about a bird and a seal who make fast friends, but have to say goodbye to their separate ways. At the end of the day, Nana sings a song all about saying goodbye, it doesn't have to be a sad thing!

16. Playday

Air Date: 2003-12-09

You can be anything you want to be! When a bee makes its way into the kitchen, Mona is inspired to dive into the dress up bin and learns that a little imagination goes a long way. Mr. Wooka puts on a puppet show about a princess and her rower, who are both tired of doing the same thing over and over- maybe it’s time to change things up! When Mona decides to dress up as a princess, Nana sings a song about how beautiful she looks in her pretty, pink costume.

1. Hooray For You

Air Date: 2004-08-30

You can do anything you set your mind to with perseverance and a little support from your friends! Mona draws a picture so beautiful that Nana puts it up on the fridge, and Russell teaches himself a new trick! Mr. Wooka performs a puppet show about Mingy and Mongy, a pair of jugglers who put on an impressive show together. At the end of the day, Nana reads a storybook called “Wonderful You” about how all of us are unique and special in our own ways.

2. Smelly Smell

Air Date: 2004-08-31

This episode is all about smells! Mona likes the smell of flowers while Russell likes the smell of garbage! Mr. Wooka performs the puppet show "the magical Sniffy Thing" and Nana reads a great scratch and sniff book called "Sniffer"

3. Brownies

Air Date: 2004-09-01

Mona eats a whole plate of brownies and gets a big tummy ache. Nana helps her to feel better, and they prepare a healthy fruit salad! Mr. Wooka performs a show with a pair of puppets who argue about the best foods to eat, and at the end of the day, Nana sings a song about all of the different fruits we can enjoy. Delicious and nutritious!

4. Hootenanny

Air Date: 2004-09-02

When things come together to make a whole, the result is magical! Instruments form a band, a full plate is served at lunch, and a ripped stuffie gets stitched back up. At the end of the day, Nana reads a story about Mr. Kirkus, a ringleader who needs help pulling all the acts together to complete his circus!

5. Under My Wing

Air Date: 2004-09-03

Taking care of something is a big responsibility, but it sure is rewarding! Today, Mona takes care of Nana for a change, and when a little bird has a bad fall, Nana and Mona give it a comfy, safe place to recover. Mr. Wooka performs a puppet show about showing empathy when someone needs help, and at the end of the day Nana reads a story about a dog who loves his family because they take such great care of him.

6. Sick as a Dog

Air Date: 2004-09-06

Mona is feeling under the weather today, but a little rest, Nana's magic soup and a personal puppet show are sure to help! Mr. Wooka performs a musical puppet show about a sick little monster and her doting parents. At the end of the day, Nana reads a story called "Sammy Duck Feels Yuck", all about taking a rest to get better when you're sick.

7. Nanalympics

Air Date: 2004-09-07

Move, dance and exercise along! Today Nana coaxes everyone, even Mr. Wooka, to the backyard for some exercise. Things get serious when a game of musical chairs gets started, and Mr. Wooka puts on a puppet show about an active penguin who helps a lazy polar bear get in shape. Nana reads a story about a jumpy frog who likes to get moving, but everyone knows the best way to exercise is to dance!

8. Spring

Air Date: 2004-09-08

Springtime is beautiful in nanalan’ with pretty flowers everywhere! In this episode, Mona learns about spring cleaning and helps Nana give the home a fresh springtime start. Out in the yard, Mona witnesses a magical sight- a butterfly emerging from its cocoon! At the end of the day, Nana reads a story about a fuzzy little caterpillar enjoying the dreamy springtime.

9. Bee Sting

Air Date: 2004-09-09

Bees show up in Nana's yard and she tells Mona and Russell to be careful, but Russell can't help but bark at the bees and gets stung! Mr. Wooka performs a puppet show all about leaving bees alone, and Nana reads a story about a fearless porcupine who learns the hard way not to disrupt a beehive. At the end of the day, Nana sings a song about how to behave around bees - DON"T BUG THEM.

10. Purple Monster

Air Date: 2004-09-10

A big purple bug gives Mona and Russell a good scare! Mr. Wooka shows them there’s nothing to be afraid of, and performs a puppet show about two monsters so afraid of each other they can't be proper monsters. Ready to conquer her fears, Mona puts on the purple monster costume in Nana’s closet, and has lots of fun being scary! At the end of the day, Nana sings a song about being a brave little monster.

11. Bubbles

Air Date: 2004-09-13

Mona has fun blowing bubbles in her milk until Russell spills the cup all over her! In this episode, Mona learns to name the emotions she's feeling. Nana sings a song about different feelings, and Mr. Wooka performs a puppet show about different moods, Nana reads a story about a grumpy kitty.

12. Helpful Girl

Air Date: 2004-09-14

13. Night Night Nana

Air Date: 2004-09-15

Mona spends the night in Nanalan'! Nana takes her outside with a flashlight to explore all the cool things that happen in the night, and Mr. Wooka performs a mesmerizing shadow puppet show! At bedtime, everyone has fun jumping on the bed together and Nana reads a story called Simon Squirrel about a squirrel trying to get comfy!

14. 1-2-3 Apple Tree

Air Date: 2004-09-16

Apple trees have a lot to offer! Mr.Wooka shows Mona everything we can make with the wood from trees, including silly dancing puppets! Freshly picked apples make a tasty treat, and Nana reads a book that Mona’s mom made when she was a little kid, all about apple trees!

15. Pumpkin

Air Date: 2004-10-29

This episode is all about Halloween. Mona & Nana dress up in their costumes. Mr. Wooka does one of the best musical numbers in the series called "Shake Your Bones" , Then Mona goes trick or treating for the first time!

16. Windy Day

Air Date: 2004-12-03

It’s a wild windy day in Nanalan’ and Nana’s laundry is blowing everywhere! Mr. Wooka puts on a puppet show about a group of lost sailors who use the wind to move their boat. Nana reads a story about a little boy who loves flying his kite, and dreams up the biggest gust of wind you could imagine! At the end of the day, Mr. Wooka shows Mona how to use the wind to fly her own kite.

17. Russell Did It

Air Date: 2005-01-14

Mona breaks Nana’s porcelain cat statue, and blames Russell for it! Mona feels very guilty about her lie when Mr Wooka performs a puppet show about dinosaur-related fibbing, and learning that it’s best to always tell the truth. At the end of the day, Nana reads a story book about a little boy named Bobby with a big secret!

18. Treasure

Air Date: 2005-01-17

In this episode, Mona learns about all the different kinds of treasures. A bucket of carefully collected bugs, a sparkly ring from a cereal box, and Nana’s lost pearl are all precious in their own way! Mr. Wooka performs a puppet show about a team of treasure-hunters, the end of the day, Nana reads a story about a clever pirate.

19. Four-Part Harmony

Air Date: 2005-01-18

Nana is having a very musical day! She invites Mona to play on the organ and make music with her, and then they head over to Mr. Wooka's backyard to watch a show about a troupe of puppet musicians! In the afternoon, everyone sings a song all about having fun together with music.

20. Soft as Nana

Air Date: 2005-01-19

In this episode, Mona and Nana explore all kinds of different textures in nanalan'. At lunchtime Mona tries different food textures, from crispy fish-sticks to jiggly jelly. Mr Wooka performs a puppet show about a sleepy puppet who can't seem to get comfortable in bed . At the end of the day, Mona and Mr. Wooka sing a song about how special grandmas are!

21. Mud Puddle

Air Date: 2005-01-20

Mona is hesitant to play in the mud, but decides to dive in and embrace the messiness. After enjoying the mud, she takes a bubbly bath and learns that getting clean can be just as fun as getting messy! At lunch time, when Mona and Russell spill a bowl of blueberries all over the kitchen, Nana shows them how to clean up the mess. Mr. Wooka performs a puppet show about a town of clean freaks, and at the end of the day Nana reads a story about a very clean pig named Chloe.

22. Camp Wooka

Air Date: 2005-01-21

What happened to the lights! When the power goes out in the whole neighbourhood, Mona and Nana visit Camp Wooka next door. For dinner, they roast hot dogs over the camp fire, and sing a peaceful camping song. At bedtime, they see some sneaky raccoons helping themselves to some leftovers!

23. Toad and Budgie

Air Date: 2005-02-14

Nana is pet-sitting for a friend, so Mona gets to meet a cute little budgie named Farfel! She learns how to be gentle with the small, sweet bird. Mr. Wooka puts on a puppet show about a really big dancer who learns to be aware of all the little dancers at the party too! Eager to have a new pet, Mona invites a wild toad into the house, and Nana uses a song to teach her that some animals don’t belong in the house!

24. Mona a Go-Go

Air Date: 2005-02-15

It’s a day full of firsts for Mona! She gets her first hair cut, prepares her first gourmet cereal lunch for Nana, and rides her brand new first bike…That one takes a few tries though. In today’s puppet show, a yodeler has to persevere to make it to the top of the mountain. Don’t give up, keep on trying!

25. New Friends

Air Date: 2005-02-16

On a magical visit to the park, everyone makes a new friend! Russell finds a way to get along with a squirrel, and Nana and Mona make friends with a grandma and her grandson who are also enjoying the afternoon in the park. In this episode, Mr. Wooka performs a show about Mingy and Mongy, a pair of talented friends who perform daring acts together.

26. Winter Wonderland

Air Date: 2005-02-17

On a beautiful winter day, Mona discovers there’s something slippery underneath the snow- ice! Mr Wooka performs puppets on ice, a show where all of his puppets go for a skate… watch out for the Zamboni! The show inspires Nana to take everyone on a magical ice-skating excursion to the park, and the day ends perfectly with a warm cup of hot chocolate.

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Rating

8.0/10

Release Date

1998-09-07

Episodes

114 (4 seasons)

Status

Ended

Cast