Quick Summary
A gang of squirrels turns up at the Great Elf Tree, intent on storing acorns inside the ancient trunk. Their single‑minded determination drives them to fill the hollow quietly safely with the gathered nuts. The tree becomes their temporary repository.
About This Program ✦
Acorn Day is a programme presented as an episode within its series. Classified under the genre of an episode, it delivers a concise, self‑contained narrative. The title points directly to the central motif of acorns, and the format follows the typical structure of a short programme segment designed for quick viewing. In this particular instalment, a gang of squirrels makes its way to the Great Elf Tree. Their arrival is purposeful; they are set on concealing a stash of acorns inside the tree’s hollow. The squirrels move as a unit, their determination evident as they work together to turn the tree into a storage location for their gathered nuts. The squirrels’ aim is singular – to hide the acorns within the Great Elf Tree. Their coordinated effort highlights this clear purpose, keeping the action centred on the act of storing the nuts inside the tree. By the episode’s close, the squirrels have successfully placed the acorns inside the tree, effectively turning it into a temporary vault. Their mission is accomplished, and the narrative ends with the Great Elf Tree now holding the hidden nuts. The short story wraps up neatly, marking the completion of the squirrels’ determined endeavour.
Ben and Holly's Little Kingdom broadcasts on Nick Jr. Too at 1:00pm, Thursday, 12 February 2026. (Subtitles)


