VeggieTales: Veggies in Space—The Fennel Frontier

Obviously inspired by Star Trek, this new VeggieTales animated adventure built around the theme of sharing finds familiar characters Larry the Cucumber and Bob the Tomato starring in a tale about a galaxy-hopping starship and its commanding officers, Captain Cuke (Larry) and Mr. Spork (Bob). When the two heroes and their brave crew take on an aggressor, they are hampered by an inability to share—not just the small stuff such as food or straws, but essentials necessary to get the job done, including tools. The lesson for young viewers is clear: everyone benefits from cooperation and sharing. Also “starring” Mr. Lunt, Junior Asparagus, and Madame Blueberry, the story is full of cute and funny references to Trek lore, as well as Doctor Who and the space-horror classic Alien (the latter might go over the heads of youngsters, but will be fun for older viewers). Recommended. Aud: P. (T. Keogh)