64 Zoo Lane

Nelson builds a scooter specifically for Alan, the aardvark, completing the craft with his own effort. When the scooter is ready, the remaining animals each take turns assisting in its delivery, sharing the task together until the vehicle reaches Alan.

The Story of Alan’s Scooter is a programme presented as a single episode. It falls squarely within the episode‑type genre, offering a brief, self‑contained narrative that focuses on a small group of animal characters and a simple, yet charming, piece of machinery. In the centre of the story, Nelson takes on the task of building a scooter especially for Alan, who happens to be an aardvark. Nelson’s handiwork results in a functional scooter that’s meant to suit Alan’s needs, and the whole plot hinges on this newly‑made vehicle. Once the scooter is ready, the other animals step in to assist with getting it to Alan. Rather than one creature handling the whole job, they each take a turn, passing the scooter along and helping to move it closer to its intended owner. Their cooperative effort shows how the delivery is a shared responsibility among the group. The episode wraps up with the scooter finally reaching Alan, thanks to the combined help of the various animals. The narrative stays focused on Nelson’s construction and the collective delivery, keeping the storyline tight and centred on these two core actions.