The appeal and reviews of "Little Dinosaur": An anime that can be enjoyed by both children and adults

Little Dinosaurs: A dinosaur adventure that develops children's imaginations

Released as an OVA on December 1, 1994, "Little Dinosaur" is an original anime work produced by Gakken and Starship. The work was created with the aim of introducing children to the world of dinosaurs and stimulating their imaginations. The 15-episode series, under the direction of director Shinya Hanai, offers characters and a story that children will love.

Story and Characters

"Little Dinosaur" is a story about the adventures of baby dinosaurs. The main characters, dinosaurs, grow up while facing various challenges on the stage of ancient Earth. Each episode features a scene in which the dinosaurs learn the importance of friendship, courage, and cooperation.

The main characters include the leadership-minded Tyrannosaurus Tira, the curious Triceratops Trike, and the kind-hearted Stegosaurus Stego. Although they each have different personalities, they come together as a team to solve problems. In addition, creatures other than dinosaurs appear in the story, depicting a diverse ecosystem.

Animation and Music

The animation in "Little Dinosaurs" is very vivid and colorful for a children's film. The dinosaurs' movements are realistic, but the drawings are simple so that children can easily watch them. The background art is also beautiful, and the scenery of ancient Earth is realistically reproduced.

The music is composed of melodies and rhythms that capture the hearts of children. The opening and ending themes are particularly impressive, and the songs chosen are ones that children will naturally hum along to. The background music is also carefully created to match each scene, helping to liven up the story.

Educational value

"Little Dinosaur" not only provides children with knowledge about dinosaurs, but also has various educational values. For example, episodes that teach the importance of friendship and cooperation help children to acquire social skills. Also, watching dinosaurs overcome difficulties can help children develop courage and perseverance.

Furthermore, this work is valuable from a scientific point of view. Each episode includes information about the ecology of dinosaurs and the environment of ancient Earth, which helps to spark children's interest in natural sciences. The content, which makes use of Gakken's background, is also highly regarded from an educational point of view.

Viewer reactions and ratings

"Little Dinosaurs" has been highly praised not only by children but also by their parents. It is especially appreciated for the fact that children can learn while having fun, and is watched in many homes. It is also loved by dinosaur-loving children as a work that they can become engrossed in.

Viewer reviews often highlight the interesting storyline and appealing characters. The educational value of the series has also been highly praised, with many recommending it as a work that will help children's development. Furthermore, the OVA format has made it popular as a collector's item, with limited editions and merchandise with bonuses being sold.

Recommendations and related works

For viewers who enjoyed "Little Dinosaur," we also recommend the following related works:

• Dinosaur King - an animated series about the adventures of dinosaurs. Like Little Dinosaur, it has educational value for children.
• "Jurassic Park" - a movie series. It features realistic depictions of dinosaurs and a thrilling storyline. Although it is not aimed at children, it is recommended for viewers who are interested in dinosaurs.
• "Kyoryu Sentai Koseidon" - a special effects series featuring heroes with dinosaur motifs, popular among children.

"Little Dinosaurs" is a great show that develops children's imagination and provides educational value. This series teaches the importance of friendship, courage, and cooperation while exploring the world of dinosaurs, and is enjoyable not only for children but also for parents. Please watch it with your family.

More Information

■ Public Media

OVA

■ Original Media

Anime Original

■ Release date

December 1, 1994

■Release and sales

Published by Gakken

■ Number of Episodes

Episode 15

■ Director

・Direction: Shinya Hanai

■ Production

Produced by Gakken, Starship