Kleo the Misfit Unicorn facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Kleo the Misfit Unicorn |
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| Created by | Gordon Stanfield |
| Starring | Saffron Henderson Mickey Rooney David Kaye |
| Country of origin | Canada |
| No. of episodes | 26 |
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| Executive producer(s) | Gordon Stanfield |
| Running time | 30 minutes |
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| Original network | Family< >Radio-Canada Treehouse TV TVO Kids |
| Original release | 1997 |
Kleo the Misfit Unicorn is a fun Canadian animated series for kids. It first aired as a special episode in 1997. Then, it became a regular TV show in 1998.
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What is Misfitland?
The show takes place in a magical place called Misfitland. This land is home to "misfits." These are characters who are special because they have unique traits. These traits make them different from others of their kind.
Kleo is a special unicorn. Her job is to help visitors who accidentally arrive in Misfitland. She guides them back to their own homes.
Who are the Misfitland Characters?
These are the main misfits who live in Misfitland. Each one shows a different way to be a misfit.
Kleo the Misfit Unicorn
Kleo is the only winged unicorn in the world. She is the star of the show. Kleo comes from the unicorn home world of ZaZma. Her special mission is to help visitors leave Misfitland. She is the leader of the misfits. Kleo grows more confident in her role over time.
Slim the Striped Hippo
Slim talks like a tough cowboy. He has a gruff, Texan accent. But deep down, he is not always as tough as he seems. He can get flustered in tricky situations. Still, Slim is always ready to help a friend or even a stranger. His large size and strength are very useful when things get tough.
Henry the Walking Fish
Henry is an upper-class English fish. He walks and lives in a tree. Henry believes being a misfit is a great thing. He thinks it is better than being "normal." He feels a bit sorry for those who "languish in conformity." Henry is very sure of himself. He almost always proves his confidence with grace and style.
The Wannabee the Shapeshifting Bee
The Wannabee is a very insecure bee. He thinks "Nobody except beekeepers likes beez." Because of his insecurity, he can change his shape and voice. He can imitate anyone he is near. But his disguise is never perfect. He can't hide his wings, and his eyes stay a bit buggy. Also, his voice always has a slight buzz. Things often go wrong for the Wannabee. This is because he tries too hard to please others. He is also easily led. But everyone knows he means well, even if his ideas are sometimes misguided.
Lyle the Unfierce Dragon
Imagine a huge, scary dragon. Now imagine it wearing an apron and smiling. Lyle might even offer you fresh chocolate chip cookies! He is big with sharp teeth and tough scales. But he is the least fierce dragon you'll ever meet. Lyle loves decorating his home. He prefers to use his fiery breath for cooking, not for scaring people. Other dragons avoid him because he is so friendly. But Lyle doesn't mind. He has many friends in Misfitland. He appears in some episodes, but not all of them.
Jazz Cat the Color-Changing Cat
Jazz Cat plays cool, smooth jazz music. As he plays, his colors softly change.
Who Visits Misfitland?
Many different characters accidentally find their way to Misfitland. Kleo helps them return home. Some famous visitors include:
- Thomas Edison, a famous inventor.
- William Shakespeare, a famous writer.
- Sami the seal.
- Sabrina the Snake.
- Ena the Hyena.
- Hilda the Raccoon.
- Margery the Cheetah.
- Jubilee Dancer the Racehorse.
- Maggie the Magpie.
What Happens in the Episodes?
The show has 26 episodes. Each episode features Kleo helping a new visitor or a misfit friend. The stories often teach important lessons. These lessons are about being yourself and overcoming challenges.
Here are a few examples of the adventures:
- Someday I'll Fly: Kleo is afraid to fly. She meets a boy named George who is afraid of water. They learn to be brave together.
- Dragon Catcher: Kleo meets Marcus, a knight in training. He is kind and refuses to catch a fox. Others think he is a coward, but he shows his true heart.
- Chicken Girl: Kleo helps Rosie, a cowgirl who dreams of being a rodeo star. Other kids tease her because she raises chickens.
- Thomas and Kleo: Kleo meets a young Thomas who wants to stop inventing. His inventions don't work, but Kleo helps him learn not to give up.
- Words of Wisdom: Kleo travels to old England. She finds a young William Shakespeare. His mind is full of ideas. Kleo helps him learn to finish one project before starting another.
- Maggie Magpie: Kleo helps Maggie, a bird who loves shiny objects. Kleo teaches Maggie that stealing is wrong.
- Ena the Hyena: Ena loves telling jokes, but only she finds them funny. The Misfits help her find a better sense of humor.
