Amazing Animals - Nighttime Animals [VHS]
The great thing about this animal series is that adults can learn from it, too. Actual information is imparted along with bright animation and some gorgeous live action photography in this installment on nocturnal animals. While much of the information--such as a discussion of nocturnal versus diurnal wildlife--is obviously aimed at older children, younger ones will enjoy watching bats fly and raccoons forage. Cleverly mixing obscure animals such as the African ardwolf and flying foxes with the more mundane-- mice, owls, and termites--tour guide Henry the animated lizard and his unseen narrator cohort provide a visually appealing lesson for the whole family.--Kimberly Heinrichs