Title Stella and Sam: Night Fairies
Country Canada
Organization Radical Sheep Productions Inc. (Radical Sheep Productions)

In this animation based on the bestselling books by Marie-Louise Gay, brave, intelligent and always curious Stella camps out one night in her garden to see the night fairies with her little brother Sam, who is scared of the dark but is always open to trying new things. Having never slept anywhere except in his bed, Sam is initially worried about being outdoors at night, but is won over by the sunset, moon, fireflies, bats, and other wonders that he has never seen during the day. Beautifully animated, the show captures the worries and curiosities of children while also encouraging viewers to explore these emotions.
Title Sien van Sellingen
Country Netherlands
Organization Katholieke Radio Omroep (KRO)

Sien is a cheerful, energetic girl who lives on a farm. In this episode, Sien’s grandmother comes to look after her and her siblings while her parents are away. Sien’s grandmother was once a hair stylist, but since the death of her husband, who was also a hair stylist, she hasn’t had anyone to take care of her hair. While her grandmother is taking a nap, Sien decides to give her a hip new look by giving her a haircut. When her grandmother wakes up, she is initially horrified! The episode uses humor to depict the importance of love and understanding among family.

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