Providing viewers with both English and Spanish-language versions of this half-hour program on the same disc, Bees Buzz & Lions Roar (Las Abejas Zumban & Los Leones Rugen) focuses on the world of animals as seen through the colorful collage-style animation of artist Kristin Reiber Harris. Segments include “Animal Sounds,” which matches onscreen animals to their respective signature sounds (such as buzzing bees and roaring lions); “Animal Poems,” recited by real-life kids; “Animal Stories,” including “The Bees Take Off” and “Cecilia Loves to Play”; and an “Animal Alphabet” (different for the English and Spanish versions) that features a handful of off-the-beaten-horse-trail entries (“H” is for heron, “V” is for vole, “X” is for…four ants having a chat?). DVD extras include three brief animated shorts. Suggested for ages 2 to 5, this bilingual production is recommended.

Bilingual Education:
This animated bilingual collection of poems, songs, and stories about animals and the alphabet introduces young children to members of the animal kingdom. The content is available in an English and a Spanish version. The name of the animal and an action it performs is presented at a pace that allows youngsters time to recognize and retain what is shown. Simple, bold animation, bright colors, fun characters, and engaging original music combine to create an entertaining and educational environment for learning a language. The voices are clear and articulate, and the words are well-enunciated. Bonus features include three additional short animation pieces about a dog, peas, and the seasons.