How Do Crocodiles Swim? 🐊

0:00How Do Crocodiles Swim?

LumiHave you ever wondered how crocodiles swim so smoothly through the water?

BrikWatch closely, right here under the stars, and our whole swimming answer begins.

BrikBrik points to a quiet lake, its whole surface calm and glassy still.

LumiNot one single ripple is moving yet, only quiet, sleeping lake water.

BrikThis beautiful world has a Maker. He is God the Father, and He Himself wants us to call Him Father.

LumiGood morning, dear friends! We are Brik and Lumi, and today we got up very early to watch the sunrise together.

BrikLook, the stars are still shining, and in a few minutes the sun will come up just for us.

LumiOpen your eyes wide and come along, today something special is waiting.

BrikCan you say crocodile? Crocodile. A long, friendly, smiling animal that loves the water.

LumiSomewhere near the shore, one quiet crocodile floats still as a log.

BrikGod the Father loves you just as you are, and He is waiting for each of you in Heaven.

LumiBy morning, we will watch that very same crocodile swim all the way across.

BrikEven in the dark, the whole lake glows soft under the wide starry sky.

LumiA chicken! Can you say chicken? Chicken.

2:00What Happens in the Lakeside Cottage at Night?

BrikThe whole lakeside rests quiet, close together, safe under the wide night sky.

LumiCurled up like this, Coco tucks her fluffy chicks warm beneath her own wings.

BrikNot one single chick peeks out from under Coco's wings tonight.

BrikThe Lord Jesus came to us from Heaven to show us the way to true joy.

LumiResting quietly like this, Coco feels warm and safe beside her two best friends.

BrikThe whole lakeside waits patiently.

LumiCan you wait quietly too?

BrikNot one star stops twinkling.

LumiCoco leans into Brik's side, warm and safe beside the sleeping shore.

BrikThe stars above the lake blink, calm and perfectly still tonight.

LumiA little cricket! Can you say cricket? A tiny bug that sings at night.

BrikIts small song rises and falls, soft and steady over the sleeping lake.

LumiMary is our Mother and the Queen of Heaven, and she always takes care of us.

BrikCan you say float? Float. To rest gently on top of the water without sinking down.

LumiThat quiet crocodile floats with just his eyes and nose peeking above the water.

BrikLet's build somewhere warm, right where we can rest before our long day begins.

BrikLook what we are building today, come closer and watch with us!

LumiA cozy wooden cottage, hung with soft lanterns from one wall to the other.

BrikWe are calling it The Lantern-Lit Lakeside Cottage.

4:20Why Does Giggles Float Like a Log in the Night Storm?

LumiInside, a soft striped towel waits folded, ready for a splashy day ahead.

LumiBlock by block, slowly, and it is already growing taller.

BrikBeam by beam, and lantern by lantern, rising warm against the dark.

LumiCoco ambles up to the new cottage, sniffing the fresh, warm wood.

BrikIt is finished! Look how beautiful it turned out.

LumiThe Lantern-Lit Lakeside Cottage is finished, glowing soft under the wide night sky.

BrikFrom here, we will watch our quiet crocodile swim the whole lake by daylight.

LumiAnd now a riddle, listen carefully.

LumiBrik counted every warm lantern glowing inside the brand new cottage.

BrikHow many warm lanterns are glowing inside the cottage tonight?

BrikTake your time, it is good to think a little longer.

LumiWell done, exactly right! I heard how beautifully you answered.

LumiThree warm lanterns, glowing softly. One, two, three.

BrikThree little lights, and every single one watches over the sleeping lake.

BrikTime to get to work, and work is much nicer when we do it together.

BrikOne small lantern, glowing softly right beside the new cottage.

LumiWe are calling it The First Lakeside Lantern.

BrikIts warm little glow lights up the nearest calm ripple just enough to see.

LumiWe did it, and we did it together.

LumiThe First Lakeside Lantern is ready, and three more will soon glow beside it.

BrikLook, out past the lake, a thick black cloud rolls in fast.

LumiThe whole sky darkens in a few quick seconds, and the wind picks up.

BrikA bright zigzag flashes across the whole dark sky, quick and silver-white.

LumiFor one whole second, the entire lake glows bright as daylight.

BrikDo not worry, everyone, that flash is only bright light, quick and harmless.

LumiWe are here together, safe and warm, and it is rolling past.

BrikGiggles peeks out slowly, and the little pink bunny calms down beside him.

LumiSomewhere in the wet grass, a frog croaks happily at every warm raindrop.

BrikCan you say thunder? Thunder. The deep, rolling sound after a flash of light.

LumiLight travels so fast, we see the flash long before the thunder ever arrives.

BrikThe rain patters gentle on every leaf, and the thick cloud rolls on by.

LumiLook, the sky is clearing already, calm and dark and full of stars again.

BrikGiggles hops up, giggling with relief, glad the whole sky is quiet once more.

BrikTime for a question, think for a moment.

LumiBrik counted every bright star peeking back out after the clouds rolled by.

BrikHow many bright stars are peeking back out over the lake?

LumiHave a think, we will wait for you.

BrikBravo, that is it! You are real Dream Builders.

BrikFive bright stars, peeking back out. One, two, three, four, five.

LumiFive little stars, and every single one shines calm again over the quiet lake.

LumiBring the blocks, dear builders, we are starting something new.

LumiOne tall, thin tower, built from smooth boards right beside the cottage.

9:20Why Is the Sky Turning Gold Over the Lake?

BrikWe are calling it The Night-Watch Lakeside Tower.

LumiClimb up, and the whole dark lake spreads out quiet beneath you.

BrikIt is finished! Look how beautiful it turned out.

BrikThe Night-Watch Lakeside Tower stands tall, and Lumi waves gently from the top.

BrikWhat a curious, patient start to our very long day.

LumiIf you like what we built, show us a thumbs up!

BrikCan you say curious? Curious.

LumiLook what we are building today, come closer and watch with us!

BrikOne small bridge, leading toward the edge where the sun will soon rise.

LumiWe are calling it The Dawn-Lakeside Bridge.

BrikIts planks glow pale gold already, leading straight toward the morning light.

BrikWe did it, and we did it together.

LumiThe Dawn-Lakeside Bridge is ready, and Coco is already standing at the far end.

BrikLook, past the tower, the deep dark sky is starting to change.

LumiIt is turning from deep black to a soft, gentle shade of grey.

BrikThe stars are fading, one by one, like little candles going out slowly.

LumiWatch closely, the edge of the sky is starting to glow soft and warm.

BrikA thin golden line grows wider, along the far edge of the lake.

LumiOne by one, tiny ripples begin to sparkle across the water.

BrikLook, the sun is climbing higher and the whole world is turning golden.

11:40What Is the Great Tail-Sweep Lagoon Boardwalk?

LumiThe whole lake is waking up in gold, right before our eyes.

BrikGood morning, sleepy lake! The sun is finally, wonderfully, all the way up.

LumiThe last cool shadow fades, and the whole lake glows bright golden warm.

BrikCan you say golden? Golden.

LumiNow, in the light of this brand new day, let's solve our whole swimming mystery.

BrikHow does a crocodile really swim so smoothly across the whole lake?

LumiLet's watch him glide out from the shore, right here in the morning light.

BrikHis whole body tucks close and streamlined, ready to glide through the water.

LumiHis four legs fold in tight against his sides, out of the water's way.

BrikA duck! Can you say duck? Duck.

LumiHer name is Bubu, and she paddles calmly near the shore, watching him glide by.

BrikBubu paddles with her own webbed feet, a bit like his tail helps him swim.

LumiTime to get to work, and work is much nicer when we do it together.

LumiOne round flower bed, its lily pads floating flat on a shallow pool.

BrikWe are calling it The Morning Lily-Pad Flower Bed.

LumiCan you say streamlined? Streamlined. Shaped smoothly, so water slips past with ease.

BrikIt is finished! Look how beautiful it turned out.

BrikThe Morning Lily-Pad Flower Bed is ready, glowing warm in the early light.

LumiA crocodile's whole body is streamlined, long and smooth from nose to tail.

BrikCan you say propel? Propel. To push something forward with a strong, steady force.

LumiHere comes a riddle, say the answer out loud!

BrikBrik counted every glowing tail-sweep painted along the great boardwalk mural.

LumiHow many tail-sweeps are painted on the mural?

BrikTake your time, it is good to think a little longer.

LumiWonderful, you got it! I am so proud of you.

LumiSix glowing tail-sweeps, counted carefully. One, two, three, four, five, six.

BrikSix painted sweeps, and every single one shows the tail curving side to side.

LumiCan you say buoyant? Buoyant. Able to float, held up gently by the water.

BrikA crocodile's whole body stays buoyant, resting easily on top of the lake.

LumiBubu paddles a slow circle, watching the calm water ripple around her.

BrikCan you say current? Current. A steady flow of moving water in one direction.

LumiEven a gentle current cannot push a strong swimmer far off course.

BrikCan you say scale? Scale. One of many small, tough plates covering the skin.

LumiTough scales cover Ripple's whole back, smooth and strong against the water.

15:50Why Do a Crocodile's Legs Tuck in While Swimming?

BrikCan you say ripple? Ripple. A small wave spreading outward from one gentle push.

LumiThe boardwalk hums soft and steady, glowing warm in the climbing sun.

BrikLet's build somewhere big, right where the whole lake can see our giant answer.

BrikBring the blocks, dear builders, we are starting something new.

LumiA giant, blocky boardwalk, stretching wide across the calm morning lake.

BrikWe are calling it The Great Tail-Sweep Lagoon Boardwalk.

LumiA strong, muscular tail sweeps side to side, pushing the whole body forward.

LumiSee how nicely it fits, one block sitting neatly on another.

BrikPlank by plank, and sweep by sweep, rising bright with the morning sun.

LumiCan you say muscular? Muscular. Strong, with plenty of powerful muscle underneath.

BrikBubu paddles right alongside the boardwalk, watching each strong tail-sweep pass.

LumiThat muscular tail does nearly all the work, while the legs simply steer along.

BrikWe did it, and we did it together.

LumiThe Great Tail-Sweep Lagoon Boardwalk is finished, and Bubu settles down to watch.

BrikCan you say steer? Steer. To guide the direction something is moving in.

LumiA crocodile's feet help steer gently, left or right, while the tail pushes forward.

BrikA crocodile! Can you say crocodile? Crocodile.

LumiHis name is Ripple, and he glides right past the boardwalk with a big, friendly smile.

BrikBrik claps his hands, delighted at how smoothly Ripple's whole body moves.

LumiAnd now a riddle, listen carefully.

LumiBrik counted every strong tail-sweep Ripple made crossing the whole lagoon.

BrikHow many tail-sweeps did Ripple make?

BrikHave a think, we will wait for you.

LumiWell done, exactly right! I heard how beautifully you answered.

BrikSix strong tail-sweeps, counted steadily. One, two, three, four, five, six.

LumiSix powerful sweeps, and every single one carried Ripple further across the lake.

BrikLook what we are building today, come closer and watch with us!

BrikFour little steps, each one painted with one more tail-sweep than the last.

LumiWe are calling it The Four Tail-Sweep-Counting Steps.

BrikStep up slowly, counting each sweep, all the way to the top step.

LumiWe are not in a hurry, because things made carefully last the longest.

LumiOne sweep, two sweeps, three sweeps, then four, brighter with every step.

BrikIt is finished! Look how beautiful it turned out.

BrikThe Four Tail-Sweep-Counting Steps are finished, and Bubu paddles past every one.

LumiLook, a frog leaps onto a floating lily pad near the boardwalk's edge.

BrikA frog! Can you say frog? Frog.

LumiHe watches Ripple glide by, blinking slowly in the warm morning light.

LumiOh, Giggles, that pretend tail made quite the splash without much swimming.

BrikHe watches Ripple's real sweep, tries again, and grins at moving forward at last.

LumiThe lake settles back into its warm, sunny calm.

LumiTime to get to work, and work is much nicer when we do it together.

LumiOne small feeder, filled with golden seeds, right beside the boardwalk.

BrikWe are calling it The Morning Lakeshore Feeder.

LumiPeck, peck, peck — every little chick loves a good breakfast in the morning sun.

BrikWe did it, and we did it together.

BrikThe Morning Lakeshore Feeder is ready, and Coco's chicks are the first to visit.

LumiCan you say glide? Glide. To move smoothly and easily, almost without any effort.

BrikRipple glides through the water the same smooth way a bird glides through the sky.

LumiTime for a question, think for a moment.

LumiBrik counted every duck, frog, and chicken gathered near the boardwalk.

BrikHow many friends are gathered near the boardwalk?

BrikTake your time, it is good to think a little longer.

LumiBravo, that is it! You are real Dream Builders.

BrikFive happy friends, gathered calmly. One, two, three, four, five.

LumiFive little friends, and every single one enjoys the very same warm morning sun.

BrikThe sun is climbing high above the lake now, warm on every gentle ripple.

LumiThe sun is high above us, it is exactly noon, time for a little rest.

BrikLet us sit down for a moment and listen to how beautifully quiet it is around us.

LumiLet's rest a moment here in the warm midday sun, listening to the lake hum softly.

BrikLet's follow the warm midday sun, over to where two curious eyes peek out.

LumiPast the boardwalk, the shore opens into a small, sunny lagoon.

BrikLeave a thumbs up if you are enjoying building with us, it helps other children find us.

23:20What Is the Periscope Eyes Drawbridge?

LumiLook, warm sunlight drifts softly through the whole sunny lagoon.

BrikThis is the very best time to see how Ripple breathes while he swims.

LumiCan you say nostril? Nostril. One of the two small openings we breathe through.

BrikLook, Ripple floats almost completely underwater, with just his eyes and nose showing.

LumiHis eyes and nostrils sit right on top of his head, like two tiny periscopes.

BrikThat way, he can see and breathe while nearly his whole body stays hidden below.

LumiLet's build somewhere bright, right where the whole lake can see those clever eyes.

BrikBring the blocks, dear builders, we are starting something new.

BrikA wide, sturdy drawbridge, raised just enough to peek over the water like two eyes.

LumiWe are calling it The Periscope Eyes Drawbridge.

BrikTwo round windows peek just above the waterline, exactly like Ripple's own eyes.

LumiA little more and it will be ready, do you like it so far?

LumiPlank by plank, and peek by peek, rising bright with the midday sun.

BrikCan you say eyelid? Eyelid. A thin, movable cover that protects and closes over an eye.

LumiRipple blinks with a clear, see-through eyelid, so he can still see underwater.

BrikThat clear eyelid protects his eyes, the same way goggles protect ours in water.

BrikIt is finished! Look how beautiful it turned out.

LumiThe Periscope Eyes Drawbridge is finished, warm and glowing in the midday sun.

BrikCan you say submerge? Submerge. To go down completely under the surface of the water.

LumiRipple can submerge fully for a long while, then rise for one quiet breath.

LumiHere comes a riddle, say the answer out loud!

LumiBrik counted every gentle ripple spreading out from Ripple's one quiet breath.

BrikHow many ripples spread out from that one breath?

BrikHave a think, we will wait for you.

LumiWonderful, you got it! I am so proud of you.

BrikSeven gentle ripples, spreading outward. One, two, three, four, five, six, seven.

LumiSeven soft rings, and every single one grew wider before fading calmly away.

BrikCan you say alert? Alert. Awake, watchful, and ready to notice anything nearby.

LumiEven floating so still, Ripple stays alert, watching the whole lagoon calmly.

BrikThe frog watches Ripple's calm eyes, blinking slowly in the warm midday light.

LumiCan you say surface? Surface. The very top, flat layer of the water.

BrikOnly a thin sliver of Ripple ever breaks the surface while he rests.

LumiCan you say drift? Drift. To move slowly and gently, carried along without much effort.

BrikSometimes Ripple simply drifts, barely moving, soaking in the warm midday sun.

LumiNot one part of Ripple's calm float ever looks rushed or hurried.

BrikThe lagoon hums soft and steady, glowing warm in the midday sun.

BrikLook what we are building today, come closer and watch with us!

LumiOne small signpost, pointing one way to the boardwalk, one to the drawbridge.

BrikWe are calling it The Boardwalk-Or-Drawbridge Signpost.

LumiOne arrow points back to the tail-sweeps, the other to the peeking eyes.

LumiWe did it, and we did it together.

BrikThe Boardwalk-Or-Drawbridge Signpost is ready, and Lumi reads it out loud, delighted.

BrikTime to get to work, and work is much nicer when we do it together.

BrikOne spinning pinwheel, right beside the drawbridge, catching every warm breeze.

LumiWe are calling it The Lakeside Breeze Pinwheel.

BrikA cool breeze keeps the whole lagoon comfortable, even under the strong sun.

LumiIt is finished! Look how beautiful it turned out.

LumiThe Lakeside Breeze Pinwheel spins gently, and Bubu watches it turn round.

LumiOh, Giggles, that float came out rather more bubbly and splashy than calm.

BrikHe relaxes, watches Ripple's calm example, and finally floats proudly and still.

29:40Does Rain Bother a Swimming Crocodile?

LumiThe lagoon settles back into its warm, sunny calm.

BrikLook, way out past the lagoon, a dark cloud is gathering, far away.

LumiQuick, let's build one small shed, right where a spare life-vest stays dry.

BrikBring the blocks, dear builders, we are starting something new.

LumiOne tiny shed, just big enough for one bright, folded life-vest.

BrikWe are calling it The Little Life-Vest Shed.

LumiIts little window lets us peek in at the life-vest, folded neat and dry.

LumiWe did it, and we did it together.

BrikThe Little Life-Vest Shed is ready, tucked snug beside the drawbridge.

BrikThe sun is starting to lean low now, painting the whole lagoon gold.

LumiLook, way out past the lake, that same dark cloud is rolling closer.

BrikThe whole sky darkens fast, and a bright zigzag flashes on the far horizon.

LumiLet's count together: light travels faster than sound, so we hear thunder after.

BrikAnd now a riddle, listen carefully.

BrikCount with Brik: one, two, three, four, and then comes the low, rolling boom.

LumiHow many seconds passed between the flash and the thunder?

LumiTake your time, it is good to think a little longer.

BrikWell done, exactly right! I heard how beautifully you answered.

BrikFour whole seconds, counted steady. One, two, three, four.

LumiFour seconds means that far-off storm is still safely, quietly distant.

BrikEven a warm rain dimples the whole lake, tapping soft little circles everywhere.

LumiNot one ripple minds getting rained on; the whole lake stays calm underneath.

LumiTime for a question, think for a moment.

LumiBrik counted every floating lily pad dotting the calm lagoon.

BrikHow many lily pads are floating on the lagoon?

BrikHave a think, we will wait for you.

LumiBravo, that is it! You are real Dream Builders.

BrikSix floating lily pads, counted calmly. One, two, three, four, five, six.

LumiSix round pads, and every single one bobs gently on the still lagoon water.

BrikListen, the far-off rumble is fading, softer and slower, one by one.

LumiLook, the sky is clearing fast, bright and freshly washed above the lake.

BrikLook up — a whole bright rainbow is arching over the boardwalk, all on its own!

LumiEvery duck, frog, and crocodile nearby settles calm again in the warm sun.

LumiLet's follow the low, golden sun back toward the boardwalk and the whole lake.

LumiBack near the boardwalk, the whole sky is turning a deep, glowing orange and pink.

BrikLook, the sunset sky glows the same warm gold as the lake at evening.

LumiCan you say sunset? Sunset. That is when the sun goes down low in the sky.

BrikCan you say dusk? Dusk. That is the soft, quiet time just before full dark.

BrikAs the great sun sinks low, Ripple glides one last smooth loop around the lagoon.

LumiLet's watch the sky turn deeper.

BrikIts glow fades slow and gentle.

BrikLook what we are building today, come closer and watch with us!

LumiOne small pyramid, built from tiny glowing blocks in every ripple color.

BrikWe are calling it The Ripple-Color Pyramid.

BrikEvery little block glows its own bright hue, stacked five rows high.

LumiIt is finished! Look how beautiful it turned out.

LumiThe Ripple-Color Pyramid is ready, and it glows softly in the fading light.

LumiOh, Giggles, all those splashes made for a rather tricky count.

BrikHe cheers proudly once the water calms and he counts every sweep correctly.

LumiThe lake settles back into its warm, glowing calm.

BrikGive us a thumbs up if you want to see the next episode!

LumiCan you say share? Share. To give some of what you have to a friend.

BrikTime to get to work, and work is much nicer when we do it together.

BrikOne small wooden bench, facing straight toward the whole glowing boardwalk.

LumiWe are calling it The Cottage-Watching Bench.

BrikSit here quietly, and watch every ripple glow softly against the dark sky.

LumiWe did it, and we did it together.

LumiThe Cottage-Watching Bench is ready, and Lumi is already curled up, watching.

BrikBrik pats the little bench gently, proud of the whole long, splashing day.

LumiCan you say proud? Proud. We built and learned so much today.

BrikHere comes a riddle, say the answer out loud!

LumiBrik and Lumi counted six morning tail-sweeps, then seven breath ripples, then six lily pads.

BrikHow many tail-sweeps, ripples, and pads did we count altogether today?

LumiTake your time, it is good to think a little longer.

BrikWonderful, you got it! I am so proud of you.

BrikSix and seven and six makes nineteen, counted slowly and surely all together.

LumiCan you say altogether? Altogether.

BrikNineteen watery wonders, and every single one helped tell our whole swimming story.

LumiCan you say calm? Calm. Peaceful, quiet, and free of any rush or worry.

BrikA calm lake in the evening looks almost like a great, still mirror.

LumiBubu tucks one wing, resting near the shore beside the glowing pyramid.

BrikCan you say gentle? Gentle. Soft and kind, never rough or too sudden.

38:20How Does the Whole Lake Get Ready for Night?

LumiEven a powerful tail-sweep can be gentle, smooth, and perfectly controlled.

BrikThe frog settles near the bench, watching the boardwalk glow one last time.

LumiNot one ripple tonight will ever spread in quite the very same pattern.

BrikThe lake's edge rustles once, soft and slow, in the cooling evening air.

LumiThe little pink bunny settles near the signpost, ears relaxed in the last warm light.

LumiLet's build one last place, right where the whole lake can rest, warm and calm.

LumiBring the blocks, dear builders, we are starting something new.

BrikA wide, welcoming camp, ringed with lanterns right along the quiet shore.

LumiWe are calling it The Lagoon Sunset Campfire.

BrikOne by one, its lanterns glow, each one warmer than the last.

BrikBlock by block, slowly, and it is already growing taller.

LumiPost by post, and lantern by lantern, filling up with today's last golden light.

BrikThe campfire glows the same warm orange as the whole sunset sky above it.

LumiRipple floats calm and close to shore, his friendly smile catching the firelight.

BrikEvery friend gathers close, watching the lake turn gold, then rose, then grey.

LumiIt is finished! Look how beautiful it turned out.

LumiThe Lagoon Sunset Campfire is finished, glowing warm under the very first stars.

BrikLook, it is dark again now, just like it was at the start of our day.

LumiBut this time, we know exactly how a crocodile swims so smoothly.

BrikA strong tail sweeps side to side, legs tuck in, and eyes stay peeking above.

LumiListen to the lake grow quiet.

BrikCan you say cozy? Cozy.

LumiCozy just means warm, soft, and safe, exactly like our whole lakeside tonight.

BrikNot one ripple tonight will ever forget the shape of Ripple's own smooth glide.

LumiA single lantern still glows in the same cottage window, steady every night.

BrikSomewhere close by, a cricket starts up its same, steady song once more.

LumiTom's ears twitch softly in the very last warm light before dark settles.

BrikA dog! Can you say dog? Dog.

LumiThe whole lakeside smells of cool water and settling evening air.

BrikNot one lantern around the whole camp glows in quite the same gold.

LumiA single star returns to the same corner of the sky, night after night.

BrikThe little pink bunny naps curled up beside the pyramid, warm in its colorful glow.

LumiOut on the lake, Ripple floats still once more, just his eyes above the water.

BrikThe night feels calm, complete, and wonderfully, warmly still.

BrikIf you want to build with us tomorrow, ask your mum or dad to press Subscribe.

42:40How Does a Crocodile Really Swim? The Whole Answer

LumiPress Subscribe together with your parents, and Brik and Lumi will be here waiting for you tomorrow.

BrikIf you had a good time with us, press Subscribe so you do not lose our cartoon.

LumiThe stars are twinkling again, and our long, beautiful day is slowly coming to an end.

BrikWe built so much today, and we learned even more.

LumiThank you for being with us, it was much nicer together.

BrikSo remember, a strong tail sweeps side to side, and that is how a crocodile swims so smoothly.

LumiThe boardwalk glows soft and warm one last time, calm under the bright stars.

LumiGiggles waves from far away before he disappears for the night, and the little bells on his cap ring softly.

BrikBye bye! Sleep sweetly, our dear friends.