The Wheels on the Bus (video series)
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The Wheels on the Bus is a video series by Our Happy Child Productions, LLC, of Simi Valley
, California
. The company produces programming for children ages 1-5 years, and develops content for TV, DVDs, CDs and licensing. The Wheels on the Bus series is a collection of educational DVDs, TV series, music CDs and downloadable videos that teach early skills like sharing, helping, cooperation and nutrition to young children.
as Argon the Dragon, and Janie Laurel Escalle as Koko.
aka Wheels on the Bus Video: Mango Takes His Turn - USA (original title)
, The National Parenting Center Seal of Approval, iParenting Hot Media Award, The Dove Foundation Recommendation, Kids First! All Star Endorsement, Dr. Toys Best Vacation Products
2005 and the Creative Child Preferred Choice Award.
Simi Valley
Simi Valley is a synclinal valley in Southern California in the United States. It is an enclosed or hidden valley surrounded by mountains and hills. It is connected to the San Fernando Valley to the east by the Santa Susana Pass & 118 freeway, and in the west the narrows of the Arroyo Simi and 118...
, California
California
California is a state located on the West Coast of the United States. It is by far the most populous U.S. state, and the third-largest by land area...
. The company produces programming for children ages 1-5 years, and develops content for TV, DVDs, CDs and licensing. The Wheels on the Bus series is a collection of educational DVDs, TV series, music CDs and downloadable videos that teach early skills like sharing, helping, cooperation and nutrition to young children.
History
Our Happy Child Productions was founded by Timothy Armstrong, an independent film producer who saw the need for fun, entertaining, high-quality educational programming for young children. He created the first DVD in the series, Mango and Papaya’s Animal Adventure and has written, directed and produced The Wheels on the Bus Series. Music is composed by Laura Hall. The series stars Roger DaltreyRoger Daltrey
Roger Harry Daltrey, CBE , is an English singer and actor, best known as the founder and lead singer of English rock band The Who. He has maintained a musical career as a solo artist and has also worked in the film industry, acting in a large number of films, theatre and television roles and also...
as Argon the Dragon, and Janie Laurel Escalle as Koko.
Series
Videos in the series include:- The Wheels on the Bus Video: Mango and Papaya's Animal Adventures (2003)
- The Wheels on the Bus Video: Mango Helps the Moon Mouse(2005)
- Wheels on the Bus: Mango's Big Dog Parade (2007)
aka Wheels on the Bus Video: Mango Takes His Turn - USA (original title)
Awards
The Wheels on the Bus is a multi-award winning series, having won the Parents' Choice Silver HonorParents' Choice Award
The Parents' Choice Award is an award presented by the non-profit Parents' Choice Foundation to recognize "the very best products for children of different ages and backgrounds, and of varied skill and interest levels." It is considered a "prestigious" award among children's products, and has been...
, The National Parenting Center Seal of Approval, iParenting Hot Media Award, The Dove Foundation Recommendation, Kids First! All Star Endorsement, Dr. Toys Best Vacation Products
Stevanne Auerbach
Stevanne Auerbach also known as Dr. Toy, is an American educator, child development expert, writer and toyologist. She is known for being a consummate gadfly of the toy industry. After more than thirty years in the field of toys, she was named a Wonder Woman of Toys by Playthings Magazine...
2005 and the Creative Child Preferred Choice Award.