**Sprunki Babies, Episode 6: "Arts & Crafts Day with Frida and Her Friend"**
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It was Arts & Crafts Day at the Beat Box nursery, and excitement filled the air. Danny and Lorenzo had just arrived with big bags of colorful paper, paint, brushes, and markers, ready for a day of creativity. But the biggest surprise was the two friends they’d brought along—a pair of Smeargles, each carrying their own art supplies.
The female Smeargle, named Frida, wore a grass skirt and a coconut bra, and her tail was dipped in bright blue paint. Beside her was a friendly male Smeargle with a green-tipped tail and a gentle smile.
“Everyone, meet Frida and Felix!” Danny introduced, waving to the Smeargles. “They’re here to help us with Arts & Crafts Day.”
The babies waved enthusiastically, calling out cheerful greetings. But as they waited for a response, they noticed that Frida wasn’t saying anything back. She smiled warmly and waved at them but remained completely silent.
Gray tilted his head, looking up at Danny. “Why isn’t Frida talking?”
Danny noticed the babies’ confusion and smiled, nodding toward Mr. Computer, who was nearby and ready to help. “That’s a good question, Gray. Let’s ask Mr. Computer. He can help explain.”
The babies gathered around Mr. Computer’s desk, curious expressions on their faces. Mr. Computer’s screen lit up with his familiar, friendly face. “Hello, little Sprunkis! I see you’re curious about Frida.”
Pinki nodded. “Yeah, why doesn’t Frida talk to us?”
Mr. Computer’s face softened as he began to explain. “Frida is what we call ‘deaf and mute,’” he said gently. “This means she cannot hear sounds, and she also doesn’t speak out loud.”
Gray’s eyes widened with surprise. “So she can’t hear us? And she doesn’t talk at all?”
“That’s right, Gray,” Mr. Computer replied kindly. “Frida is deaf, which means she can’t hear sounds like we do. She’s also mute, so she doesn’t speak with her voice. Instead, she communicates in a different way—with her hands and expressions. Felix helps her understand what everyone is saying by using something called sign language.”
Skye’s face lit up with curiosity. “Sign language?”
“Yes, Skye,” Mr. Computer continued. “Sign language is a special way of talking that uses hands instead of sounds. Since Felix knows sign language, he helps Frida understand what’s going on by translating what others are saying into hand signs.”
Wenda looked at Frida with newfound admiration and waved, hoping she’d understand. Felix noticed her wave and signed “hello” to Frida, who smiled warmly and waved back.
“She understood me!” Wenda said, her eyes lighting up with excitement.
Felix grinned and gave her a thumbs-up. “That’s right! When I sign to her, Frida can understand everything you’re saying.”
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With the introductions complete, Danny and Lorenzo helped the babies set up their art stations, spreading out paints, brushes, and colorful papers across the tables. Frida and Felix joined in, offering their own artistic skills and guidance to the little ones.
As the babies got into their projects, Frida picked up a paintbrush and began to create a beautiful landscape of rolling hills and clouds on her canvas. Her brushstrokes were precise and graceful, and the babies watched in awe as her picture began to take shape.
Gray leaned closer, admiring her work. “Frida, that’s amazing!” he said, though he wasn’t sure if she could hear him.
Felix noticed Gray’s admiration and signed Frida’s name to get her attention. He then pointed at Gray and made a small gesture that communicated Gray’s compliment. Frida’s face brightened, and she waved a thank you to Gray, who grinned from ear to ear.
“What else can she paint?” Skye asked, watching as Frida dipped her brush into more colors and continued her masterpiece.
Felix signed Skye’s question to Frida, who responded by painting a bright, colorful sun in the corner of her landscape. She added small, intricate details to make it shine, making the babies gasp in delight.
“She’s painting a sun!” Pinki squealed, clapping her hands.
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As the day went on, Felix taught the babies a few simple signs to communicate with Frida. He showed them how to sign “hello” and “thank you,” and each baby eagerly practiced until they got it right.
Wenda was the first to try, turning to Frida and carefully signing “hello.” Frida smiled and signed back, her face lighting up with joy. Wenda giggled, thrilled that she’d managed to communicate with her new friend.
Pinki tried next, signing “thank you” after Frida helped her choose colors for her painting. Frida responded with a small nod and a warm smile, making Pinki feel proud of her new skill.
Gray, feeling inspired, picked up a bright yellow brush and painted a big sun on his paper. He looked over at Frida for approval, and Felix quickly signed Gray’s question. Frida gave him an enthusiastic thumbs-up, and Gray beamed, feeling accomplished.
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Toward the end of the day, Danny and Lorenzo gathered everyone to show off their creations. The nursery was filled with colorful masterpieces, each one unique and full of personality. Frida’s landscape was the centerpiece—a vibrant blend of colors, hills, and a shining sun that seemed to glow on the canvas.
Before saying goodbye, the babies crowded around Frida and Felix, each of them signing “thank you” with the new skills Felix had taught them. Frida looked at each of them, touched by their efforts, and signed back her gratitude. Felix translated her gesture: “She’s saying thank you to all of you. She had a wonderful time.”
The babies clapped and waved as Frida and Felix gathered their supplies, giving their new friends one last round of applause.
“Bye, Frida! Bye, Felix!” they called, their voices filled with excitement and appreciation.
As the nursery quieted down, Danny and Lorenzo exchanged proud smiles, knowing that Arts & Crafts Day had been more than just a day of creating art. The little Sprunkis had learned a whole new way to communicate and made a very special friend along the way.
