The Best of Beakman's World

Wry science investigator Beakman (Paul Zaloom) and wacky friends (Don and Herb the penguins, and Lester the rat) reveal cool phenomena via short sketches in this hour-long compilation of best bits from the popular Beakman's World TV series, which ran from 1993-1998. How do you hold water in an upside-down glass? Put a playing card on the open end and let air pressure do the rest. What happens when a tennis ball bounces off an already bouncing basketball? The former will shoot up about 15 feet. Can you really stick your head in a homemade, cardboard camera obscura and see an upside-down image of your cousin Leroy? Naturally, if you remember to poke a hole in the box with a nail. Based on a popular comic strip, this highlights reel from the Emmy- and Parents' Choice-award winning series is highly recommended. Editor's Choice. Aud: E, I, P. (T. Keogh)