Kid's Animated History with Pipo
This delightful series plays out in a book-like format, taking viewers on a journey in time. From Ancient Egypt to Classical Greece and India, rediscover the world's incredible history in a fun and amusing way. Every young person will study these great cultures in elementary school, high school, and college. Mom and dad, you can watch too.
- 2009-2009
- 1 season
This delightful series plays out in a book-like format, taking viewers on a journey in time. From Ancient Egypt to Classical Greece and India, rediscover the world's incredible history in a fun and amusing way. Every young person will study these great cultures in elementary school, high school, and college. Mom and dad, you can watch too.
Season 1 Episode Guide
32 Episodes 2009
Episode 1
Ancient Egypt, Part 1
Thu, Oct 15, 2026 11 mins
No other civilization arouses such curiosity as Ancient Egypt. Egyptian origins can be traced to the banks of the Nile River. In part 1, discover why the pyramids were built, the importance of the Nile, Egypt's social hierarchy of Pharaohs, and much more.
Episode 2
Ancient Egypt, Part 2
Thu, Oct 15, 2026 11 mins
No other civilization arouses such curiosity as Ancient Egypt. In part 2, learn about Egyptian-style art, Egyptian scientific advancements, mummification, King Tut, Cleopatra, and the fall of Ancient Egypt.
Episode 3
The Inca Empire, Part 1
Thu, Oct 15, 2026 11 mins
Do you know the location of Machu Picchu, the lost city of the great Inca Empire? The Incas forged an empire in an inhospitable land where many diverse cultures flourished. In part 1, discover the Incan origins and learn why they were a great civilization.
Episode 4
The Inca Empire, Part 2
Thu, Oct 15, 2026 11 mins
Do you know the location of Machu Picchu, the lost city of the great Inca Empire? The Incas forged on empire in an inhospitable land where many diverse cultures flourished. In part 2, marvel at Incan mathematics, organization, architecure, and conquests.
Episode 5
Classical Greece, Part 1
Thu, Oct 15, 2026 11 mins
Five hundred years before the birth of Jesus, a series of city-states scattered along the coasts of Greece and Turkey began one of the most spectacular cultural transformations. In part 1, discover the spirit of classical Greece, Athens, and Sparta.
Episode 6
Classical Greece, Part 2
Thu, Oct 15, 2026 11 mins
Ancient Greece hosted some of civilizations most spectacular cultural achievements. In part 2, discover Classical Art, revist the invention of the Olympic Games, learn Greek mythology, and study with ancient philosophers.
Episode 7
The Aztecs, Part 1
Thu, Oct 15, 2026 11 mins
The mighty Aztecs were a group of fierce warriors that inhabited the center of Mexico thousands of years ago. In part 1, chart the origins of the Aztec Empire and its capital Tenochtitlan, and discover their amazing foods and agriculture.
Episode 8
The Aztecs, Part 2
Thu, Oct 15, 2026 11 mins
The mighty Aztecs were a group of fierce warriors that inhabited the center of Mexico thousands of years ago. In part 2, retrace a life of combat, learn about the Aztec quest for knowledge and need for human sacrifices, and uncover the end of the empire.
Episode 9
Imperial Rome, Part 1
Thu, Oct 15, 2026 11 mins
All roads lead to Rome. Discover how the Romans became a superpower thanks to bravery, military ingenuity, and great organizational ability. In part 1, learn about Romulus and Remus, the Rebulic, and the history and formation of the Roman Empire.
Episode 10
Imperial Rome, Part 2
Thu, Oct 15, 2026 11 mins
Discover how the Romans became a world superpower thanks to bravery, military ingenuity and great organizational ability. In part 2, watch Roman gladiator battles, see how the Roman family was organized, learn about Roman Law, and witness the empire end.
Episode 11
Ancient China, Part 1
Thu, Oct 15, 2026 11 mins
The compass, gunpowder, porcelain, silk - all Chinese inventions. This ancient culture occupied almost half of Asia. In part 1, learn about Yin Yang philosophy, the formation of the empire, the Great Wall, and Confucius.
Episode 12
Ancient China, Part 2
Thu, Oct 15, 2026 11 mins
The compass, gunpowder, porcelain, silk - all Chinese inventions. This ancient culture occupied almost half of Asia. In part 2, learn about harmony and Chinese medicine, writing and great inventions, and the great trade route - the Silk Road.
Episode 13
Mesopotamia, Part 1
Thu, Oct 15, 2026 11 mins
Once the fertile Mesopotamian valley, the Middle East shelters remains of ancient cultures. In part 1, discover how the settling of nomads brought about the birth of civilization, the Sumerians, and the Iron Age.
Episode 14
Mesopotamia, Part 2
Thu, Oct 15, 2026 11 mins
In part 2, learn about Mesopotamian writing, Hammurabi and the great city of Babylon, ancient astronomy, and the epic story of Gilgamesh.
Episode 15
The Mayas, Part 1
Thu, Oct 15, 2026 11 mins
The incredible remains of a tribe of wise, brave warriors who mysteriously disappeared are hidden in the jungles of South America. In part 1, learn about the Maya culture and the Olmec influences on their cities and uncover truths about the Mayan calendar.
Episode 16
The Mayas, Part 2
Thu, Oct 15, 2026 11 mins
The incredible remains of a tribe of wise, brave warriors are hidden in the jungles of South America. In part 2, learn about Mayan mythology, deadly sports, historical record keeping, and mysterious disappearance.
Episode 17
Japan, Part 1
Thu, Oct 15, 2026 11 mins
Japan is a land of shoguns and samurais. These people, who inhabited a small group of islands in the middle of the Pacific, created a refined culture. Learn about ancient Japan, its first dynasty, Chinese influence, and the first Japanese Empire.
Episode 18
Japan, Part 2
Thu, Oct 15, 2026 11 mins
Japan is a land of shoguns and samurais. These people, who inhabited a small group of islands in the middle of the Pacific, created a refined culture. Learn about Japanese warlords and warriors, Japanese arts, and Japanese isolationism.
Episode 19
The Ancient Israelites, Part 1
Thu, Oct 15, 2026 11 mins
Between Egypt and Mesopotamia there lived semi-nomadic tribes. One of these tribes stood out because of its monotheistic religion, which made it the target of much suffering. Learn about the Israelites and their history, faith, and captivity.
Episode 20
The Ancient Israelites, Part 2
Thu, Oct 15, 2026 11 mins
Between Egypt and Mesopotamia there lived semi-nomadic tribes. One of these tribes, the Israelites, stood out because of its monotheistic religion. In part 2, learn about the Israelites return to Jerusalem, the Great Diaspora, and the Promised Land.
Episode 21
The Celts
Thu, Oct 15, 2026 11 mins
Who lived outside the Roman Empire's borders? In north and central Europe, tribes of warriors lived independent of any central civilization. Discover the Celtic and Gaul people, their history and mythology, and their war with the Romans.
Episode 22
The Vikings
Thu, Oct 15, 2026 11 mins
The Vikings - fearsome warriors that invaded, plundered, and pillaged. These Scandinavian oversea explorers used their ships to navigate the oceans and claim power. Learn about Viking history, mythology, and explorations.
Episode 23
The Byzantine Empire, Part 1
Thu, Oct 15, 2026 11 mins
Once a Greek colony, Byzantium sat at the crossroads of Asia and Europe. Over the years, it became a bridge between Western and Eastern cultures. In part 1, learn about the Byzantine Empire, its great city Constantinople and its religions.
Episode 24
The Byzantine Empire, Part 2
Thu, Oct 15, 2026 11 mins
Once a Greek colony, Byzantium sat at the crossroads of Asia and Europe. Over the years, it became a bridge between Western and Eastern cultures. In part 2, learn about the Byzantine Empire's crisis, the crusades, and the fall of Constantinople.
Episode 25
Islam, Part 1
Thu, Oct 15, 2026 11 mins
Islam is both a monotheistic religion and a political empire that came to wield immense power and cultural refinement. Founded by the prophet Muhammad, in the middle of the Arabian Desert, Islam became a civilization of great wealth and legends.
Episode 26
Islam, Part 2
Thu, Oct 15, 2026 11 mins
Islam is both a monotheistic religion and a political empire that came to wield immense power and cultural refinement. In part 2, learn about Islam's refining of culture, their legends, and their influence on civilization.
Episode 27
India, Part 1
Thu, Oct 15, 2026 11 mins
The Taj Mahal recalls the incredible refinement that existed in the mysterious land of India. In part 1, discover the origins and spirit of India, the importance of the Indus and Ganges rivers, the development of Hinduism, and the caste system.
Episode 28
India, Part 2
Thu, Oct 15, 2026 11 mins
The Taj Mahal recalls the incredible refinement that existed in the mysterious land of India. In part 2, learn about Buddhism, reincarnation, the path to enlightenment, and the legacy of Islam in India.
Episode 29
The Carolingian Empire, Part 1
Thu, Oct 15, 2026 11 mins
After the fall of the Roman Empire, Europe lay fragmented. Eventually, Charlemagne, the king of the Franks, conquered a large part of Europe. In part 1, learn about the middle ages, the Franks, Christianity, and feudal order.
Episode 30
The Carolingian Empire, Part 2
Thu, Oct 15, 2026 11 mins
After the fall of the Roman Empire, Europe lay fragmented. Eventually, Charlemagne, the king of the Franks, conquered a large part of Europe. In part 2, learn about the rise of Charlemagne and the Carolingians, and the first cathedrals and universities.
Episode 31
The Persian Empire, Part 1
Thu, Oct 15, 2026 11 mins
Located in today's Iran, Persia managed to incorporate many groups into their empire by respecting individual cultures in exchange for tributes. In part 1, discover the rise of the Persians, their mythology, and the organization of their empire.
Episode 32
The Persian Empire, Part 2
Thu, Oct 15, 2026 11 mins
Located in today's Iran, Persia managed to incorporate many groups into their empire by respecting individual cultures in exchange for tributes. In part 2, learn about the majesty of the Persians, the Greek Medic Wars and the legacy of the Persian Empire.
