Fun on the Farm 2

Belle the animated cow is back for this second helping of Fun on the Farm, which features a mix of live-action and animation, coupled with catchy original songs. Belle is joined by a new character, Mo the dog, and the two serve as guides to the activities on a farm in Indiana, where milk from the dairy cattle is made into cheese and ice cream. Since it's produced by the John Deere company, the familiar green-and-yellow machines are prominent here, and those unfamiliar with modern agricultural apparatus will be fascinated to witness some of the intricacies of these mechanisms, as exemplified by a tractor with giant folding arms that resembles an insect tucking in its wings. As they sing along with tunes composed by James Coffee, young viewers will learn how cows are milked and fields are plowed, planted, cultivated, and harvested. Adding to the fun are the presence of numerous baby animals, and most of the vignettes include alphabet and counting games. Sure to delight preschoolers, this is recommended. Aud: K, P. (C. Block)