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Freddie the Fridge has a Meltdown: Ruby and the Powerpals

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(ECD) Ruby sneaks downstairs for a midnight feast and leaves the fridge door wide upon while she makes her choices. Freddy Fridge is very upset about her careless electricity habits and has a complete meltdown. Created to demonstrate electricity savings to young children, this is one of several charming stories featuring Sweet Little Ruby and her anthropomorphic appliances.

A story created as an edutainment device to teach very young children about electricity savings. Sweet Little Ruby is scared of the dark. Her friend, Laaitie Light Switch comforts her with a lullaby, the lyrics of which reinforce good electricity savings advice.

Voice: Dineo Moeketsi
8 May English South Africa Kids & Family · Performing Arts

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