Bali (TV series) facts for kids

Bali is a fun animated TV show based on a series of French children's books. These books were written by Magdalena and Laurent Richard. The show was made by PlanetNemo Animation and Subsequence Entertainment.

Many TV channels and groups helped create the show. These included CBC Radio-Canada, TVOntario, Knowledge Network, France 5, Disney Channel France, and RTBF. The show also got support from the Shaw Rocket Fund and Telefilm Canada.

Bali first aired in Canada on Treehouse TV in 2005 and 2006. It was also shown in the United States on PBS Kids between 2010 and 2014. PlanetNemo Animation has shared the show with over 20 countries worldwide.

What is Bali About?

The show is all about the exciting adventures of Bali, a cute puppy. Bali lives in a busy city apartment with his mom, dad, and his little sister, Lea. His favorite stuffed animal, Kikou, is always with him too.

Each episode shows Bali learning new things and solving everyday problems. He explores the world around him, from his home to his neighborhood. The stories are often about friendship, family, and growing up.

Who are the Characters in Bali?

The show features a group of fun characters that Bali interacts with. Here are some of the main ones:

• Bali
• Bali's Dad
• Bali's Mom
• Lea (Bali's little sister)
• Kikou (Bali's stuffed animal)
• Madame Olga
• Maman
• Nanou
• Tito
• Tamara
• Sacha
• Charlie
• Suan
• Saba
• Mateo

Episode Stories (Segments)

Each full episode of Bali is made up of two shorter stories, called segments. These segments are about 11 minutes long. They cover many different topics that kids can relate to.

Some examples of these fun stories include:

• "Brrr! It's Cold!"
• "Lollipops Everywhere!"
• "I Need A Haircut"
• "Nanou To The Rescue"
• "I'm Not Scared"
• "I'm the Cook"
• "Go Team, Go!"
• "My Little Fish"
• "Searching for Treasure"
• "A Present for Nana"
• "I'm So Hot!"
• "Robo-Bear to the Rescue!"
• "I'm Sleeping at Tamara's"
• "A Surprise Adventure"
• "It's Wrong to Cheat"
• "My New Friend Mateo"
• "Splish, Splash, I'm Swimming!"
• "Oh No! I'm Lost"
• "When I Grow Up"
• "What a Mess!"
• "Yahoo! It's Christmas!"

Awards and Recognition

Bali has won several awards for its animation and storytelling. In 2005, it received the top prize in the animation category at MIPCOM Jr.. This is a big event where new TV shows are presented.

The show also won awards at the Prix Gémeaux Awards in Canada. It was also recognized at Argentina's Cordoba International Animation Festival - ANIMA.

Bali in Other Media

The world of Bali isn't just on TV! It also exists in books and even a live stage show.

Books that Inspired the Show

The TV series Bali is based on a popular series of French children's books. These books were written by Magdalena Richard and Laurent Richard. They were published by Editions Flammarion.

Some of the book titles include:

• Bali fait du vélo (Bali rides a bike)
• Bali et Kikou, au bain! (Bali and Kikou, bath time!)
• Bali va à l'école (Bali goes to school)
• Bali dit non (Bali says no)
• Bali et ses petits trésors (Bali and his little treasures)
• Bali attend Noël (Bali waits for Christmas)
• Bali a la varicelle (Bali has chickenpox)
• Bali va chez Nanou (Bali goes to Nanou's house)
• Bali va à la mer (Bali goes to the sea)
• Bali prend son bain (Bali takes his bath)
• Bali joue à cache-cache (Bali plays hide-and-seek)

Live Stage Show

There was also a live stage show based on Bali in Paris, France. It was called "Pakita Chante Bali" (Pakita Sings Bali).