Singapore-produced cartoon series wins accolades from US media firm

Channel NewsAsia 4 Jan 08;

SINGAPORE : A cartoon series produced by a local company has been named as "one of the greatest products of 2007".

The accolade comes from a prestigious US media organisation known as iParenting.

It picked the 52-episode show called "Taoshu" which is created and produced by Peach Blossom Media.The series is named after a Chinese warrior boy and traces his adventures. The show propagates themes like non-violence, honesty and selflessness.

The series is aimed at children aged three to seven and has been praised for its imaginative plots and attractive visuals.

Since its debut in 2005, the cartoon has been broadcast in television stations in Hong Kong, US, France and the Middle East.

The 'Taoshu: Wild About Wildlife' DVD has been placed on par with Disney's "Mickey Mouse Clubhouse" and Sesame Workshop's "Ready for School" DVDs.

iParenting is dedicated to helping parents make informed choices for their children.
- CNA /ls