Disney's Animal World

What large, lumbering, shaggy animal sleeps for months at a time and eats huge amounts of food? Bears of course! See remarkable film clips that reveal how bears live in the wild, and watch as Disney's Winnie the Pooh enchants students with his endearing misadventures.

Humorous footage from Disney classics--"Tarzan," and "Aladdin"--introduces students to our hairy relative the gregarious chimpanzee. Explore the human-like behavior of chimps, see what a "knuckle walk" is, and find out how their unique intelligence helps them survive in the wild.

Traversing land and water, these scaly, sharp-toothed creatures have inhabited the Earth for 65 million years. Students will be captivated by extraordinary footage showing where and how crocodiles live, and by visits with some notoriously frightening crocks from Disney classics such as "Peter Pan," "Pocahontas," and "The Jungle Book."

Imagine if humans were able to walk on the day they were born. Students will be amazed to learn that a baby deer, or fawn, does just that! Students will be enchanted by these graceful creatures as they watch them in their natural habitat and in Disney classics such as "The Jungle Book," and "Bambi."

Not only do elephants have the largest nose in the animal kingdom, they drink over 20 gallons of water a day! Disney's loveable Dumbo, excerpts from "The Jungle Book," and incredible footage of elephant herds help students understand the many facts presented in this exciting and informative video.

See how some of Disney's illustrious foxes--from "The Fox and the Hound," and "Robin Hood"--embody the cleverness, speed, and cunning of their real-life counterparts. Watch foxes in the wild to discover why they use a badger's den for a home, why they smell so awful, and much more!

Frogs and toads--are they different? How do they breathe and drink through their skin? Must they stay wet to survive? These spry amphibians will delight students, both in real life and in their sprightly antics from "Bambi," "Sword in the Stone," and "The Adventures of Icabod Toad."

Observe these graceful long-necked creatures, learn their survival techniques, and discover the purpose of their distinctive markings through thrilling wildlife footage. Students will learn intriguing facts about life in the jungle, and enjoy heart-warming clips from Disney's "Bambi" and "Dumbo." 1

How many pounds of food can the broad-mouthed hippopotamus ingest in a single gulp? Learn all about this short-legged, thick-skinned animal--both in water and on land--and enjoy the playful antics of favorite Disney characters from "Bedknobs and Broomsticks," "Pinocchio," and "Simba's Pride."

How can hyenas be renowned for "laughing," yet be so aggressive and scary? Which is bigger and stronger, the male or female hyena? Explore the world of hyenas--through wildlife film and clips from Disney's "The Lion King"--to learn how these scavengers live.

Spring into the world of kangaroos! Students will love watching these bouncy marsupials in funny scenes from Disney's "Timon and Pumbaa," "Winnie the Pooh," and "Mickey's Kangaroo." Wildlife clips illustrate the unique characteristics of these large-eared, strong-legged, leaping creatures.

With razor-sharp teeth, deadly claws, and a huge roar, it's no wonder these ferocious beasts rule the jungle! Show students the exciting world of lions through dramatic footage of these tawny felines and their cubs in their natural habitat, enhanced by clips from Disney classics "The Lion King," "Simba's Pride," and "Lion Around."

Explore how the mischievous but endearing baby meerkat, capable of digging up its own body weight in sand in a few seconds, survives alongside lions and other predators. Clips from Disney's "Simba's Pride," and "The Jungle Book" enhance student appreciation of these impish creatures.

Swinging from tree to tree, these captivating creatures can jump nearly 30 feet between branches! Students will have more fun than a barrel of monkeys watching clips from Disney's "The Jungle Book" bring these resourceful charming animals to life. Audience: Preschool, Primary

How can penguins, who waddle on land, be such fast and agile swimmers? What purpose does their distinctive coloring serve? Stunning footage shows penguins throughout their life cycle, and Disney's winsome animated penguins illustrate behavior characteristics of their real-life counterparts.

What animal is born weighing as much as a 12-year-old human and has roamed the earth for 40 million years? Students find out as they watch rhinos, hyenas, lions, and elephants in the wild, along with their animated cohorts from Disney's "The Lion King," "Peter Pan," and "Toy Story."

Watch these slippery creatures use their paddle-like flippers as they navigate water, rocks, and shore to eat and to survive. Enjoy gorgeous nature footage, complemented by the spirited antics of animated seals from Disney's "Mickey and the Seal," and clips from the "The Jungle Book."

There are nearly four hundred different kinds of sharks, some of which have 5 rows of teeth and can eat a seal in one gulp! Explore the lives of these swift swimmers in their undersea world, while enjoying clips from "The Little Mermaid," "Mickey and the Seal," and "Tail Spin."

See these fast-moving, slithering creatures in their natural habitat, and learn the truth about their hypnotic eyes and their lightning-quick tongues. Some of Disney's celebrated snakes from "The Jungle Book," "Tarzan," and "Timon and Pumbaa" reflect the incredible, and sometimes fearsome, characteristics of these legless reptiles.

Students will be astounded by these furry, scurrying little creatures that can hop more than six feet at once and communicate with each other through tail movements and chirping! Adorable animated squirrels from "Peter Pan," "Bambi," and "Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs" are featured along with live action footage in this delightful, fact-filled video.

Includes a 15 minute video segment about each animal, offering youngsters detailed information about the animal's habitat, living conditions, behaviour, diet, survival techniques, and life cycle. Content is reinforced during Quiz Time, a recap of key points. DVD features include: Scene selection; Downloadable Teacher's Guide; Web link to Edustation.

How is a tortoise different from a turtle? How is a each different from a terrapin? Find out all about these toothless reptiles and enjoy clips from Disney's "The Tortoise and the Hare," "Snow White," and Pocahontas."

Discover the habits of these odd-looking wild African hogs, and see how they co-exist with lions, elephants, and zebras in the wild. Enjoy the antics of Disney's famous warthog, Pumbaa, as he cavorts with Timon in comical scenes from their animated adventures.

Wild whale tales abound, as you'll see in several madcap moments from Disney's "Pinocchio" and "Timon and Pumbaa." Students will learn amazing facts about whales--how they navigate great distances, and why they have blowholes--in fascinating underwater footage of these huge marine mammals.

Did you know that wolf pups are blind at birth? Learn all about these dog-like creatures--why some live in packs, and how they use their sense of smell to claim territory--through amazing wildlife clips. Infamous wolves from Disney classics including "The Three Little Pigs" and "Beauty and the Beast," will enthrall students.

Have you ever wondered why zebras have such distinctive markings? Did you know that they can gallop at speeds over 40 miles per hour? Enjoy breathtaking footage of these swift, horse-like African mammals alongside excerpts from the "The Lion King," "Simba's Pride," and "The Jungle Book" as you learn all about zebras in the wild.