Nanalan'

Nanalan' is a Canadian television show broadcast by CBC Television in Canada and by PBS in the US, created by The Grogs. Its target audience is preschool kids and Nanalan' is "designed to foster children's curiosity and love of learning, with the hope they will carry it with them as they grow". Excerpts from the show also air on Fox Kids UK. Nanalan also aired on Nick Jr. as short episodes in between shows. Nanalan' began airing in 1999. In 2004, it was nominated for the following three Gemini Awards: Best Performance in a Pre-School Program or Series; Best Writing in a Children's or Youth Program or Series; and Best Pre-School Program or Series. Nanalan' won Best writing and Best performance, an award shared by Jamie Shannon, Jason Hopley, Marty Stelnick, Todd Doldersum, and Ali Eisner. Several compilation DVDs of the show and a CD of musical highlights are also available.

Genre: Family,

Actor:

Creator: Jason Hopley, Jamie Shannon,

Country: Canada,

Type: tv

Season: 2

Episode: N/A

Duration: 24 minutes

Release:

Rating: 8

Season 1 - Nanalan'
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.
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!
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.
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!
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!
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!
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.
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.
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.
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 go 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!
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!
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.
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"
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.
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.

Season 2 - Nanalan'
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.
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"
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!
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!
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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!
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!