The appeal and evaluation of "Why? How? Gah Gah Boo!"

"Why? How? Gah, gah, gah!" - A fun animation that stimulates children's imagination

"Why? How? Gah Gah Boo!" is a 26-episode short animated series that was broadcast on NHK Educational TV in 2008. This animation is based on the work of Slovenian picture book author Lilla Prap, and aims to enrich children's knowledge and imagination through humorous animal movements and quizzes.

■Overview of the work

This anime was broadcast on NHK Educational TV from June 30 to August 4, 2008. Each episode is only 5 minutes long, making it fun for children. The original story is by Lila Plapp, the director is Keizo Kira, the animation is by Three D and Mori Kohan, and the production is by NHK Enterprises. The copyright belongs to the Lila Plapp Production Committee.

■ Story and Content

"Why? How? Gah Gah Grrr!" follows a simple format in which animals appear and Ms. Lila asks animal-related questions. For example, a quiz is asked, "Why do zebras have stripes?" and children have three chances to think of an answer. The animals then move in humorous ways in response to the children's unique answers. This animation not only stimulates children's imaginations and deepens their knowledge of animals, but also allows them to learn while having fun.

In addition, at the end of each episode there is a "song corner" where animals dance in a circle, creating a fun scene. In this corner, the theme song "Waraunda WA!" is played, and children can sing and dance along.

■Cast and crew

The voice of Lila is provided by Shigeru Muroi, and many other voice actors also appear in the series, including Tsubasa Kobayashi, Airi Higuchi, Yuria Fujii, Atsuki Yuyama, Naoki Imamura, Daisuke Sakaguchi, Yukimasa Kishino, and Hiroshi Okamoto.

The main staff includes original author Lila Plapp, translator Matsuda Motoko, zoological supervision by the National Museum of Nature and Science (Kawada Shinichiro and others), animation production by Three D and Mori Kohan, music by Kosugi Yasuo, sound effects by Nishimura Mutsuhiro, animation director Kira Keizo, directors Tanaka Norikazu and Kunihara Yuichi, producer Suwa Yuichi, production company NHK Enterprises, and the Lila Plapp Production Committee.

■Episodes and subtitles

Each of the 26 episodes has a different animal theme. Here are the subtitles:

• Part 1: Zebras and crocodiles
• Part 2: Lion Penguin
• Part 3: Hippo and monkey
• Part 4: Elephant sloth
• No.5/Kirin Skunk
• No.6/Dolphins and snakes
• Part 7: Sea Otters and Ostriches
• No.8 / Polar bears and bats
• No. 9: Cy-Squirrel
• No.10 / Panda and Pelican
• No. 11 / Koalas and whale sharks
• No. 12 / Giraffe and Armadillo
• No.13 / Whale and Rabbit
• No. 14 / Camels and kangaroos
• No.15 / Elephant Owl
• No. 16 / Crocodiles and Octopuses
• No. 17/Hyena Chameleon
• No. 18 / Tiger bat
• No. 19 / Walrus Frog
• No. 20/Hippopotamus and snakes
• No. 21/Kangaroo snail
• No. 22 / Peacock and Rabbit
• No. 23 / Penguins and Monkeys
• No.24 / Koala and Octopus
• No. 25 / Porcupine Chameleon
• No. 26 / Polar bear and owl

■ Theme songs and music

The theme song "Waraunda WA!" was written by Takahiro Maeda, composed by Yasuo Kosugi, arranged by Yoichiro Honda, and sung by Brother Tom and Young Fresh. This song was created so that children can enjoy singing it, and it is an important element in livening up the atmosphere of the anime.

■ Evaluation and recommendation

"Why? How? Gah Gah Gah!" is an excellent animation that combines both educational and entertaining aspects for children. Through humorous animal movements and quizzes, it deepens children's knowledge and stimulates their imagination. In addition, the short episode format ensures that children will not get bored.

This anime can be enjoyed by parents and children together, and it can also be a good opportunity for family communication. It is especially recommended for children who are interested in animals and children who like quizzes. In addition, because it has a strong educational element, it can also be used in kindergartens and elementary schools.

In addition, this animation is based on a picture book by Lila Plapp, so you can enjoy the combination of the picture book and the animation. By reading the picture book and then watching the animation, children will be able to understand the story more deeply and enjoy it more.

■Detailed information and recommendations

"Why? How? Gah Gah Gah!" has been designed in various ways to enrich children's knowledge and imagination. For example, experts such as Shinichiro Kawata of the National Museum of Nature and Science supervised the zoology, and the information about animals is accurately depicted. In addition, the questions in the quiz format are chosen to interest children, allowing them to learn while having fun.

This anime can be enjoyed by both children and adults. The humorous movements of the animals and the unique character of Lila will make both children and adults smile. In addition, the theme song "Waraunda WA!" is a song that both children and adults can sing along to.

The recommended viewing method is to first watch all 26 episodes in order. Each episode is short, only 5 minutes, so children will not get bored. In addition, at the end of each episode, there is a "song corner" where children can sing and dance together, so parents and children can enjoy it together.

In addition, by reading Lila Plapp's picture books, children can understand the story more deeply. By combining picture books and animation, children can deepen their knowledge of animals and enrich their imagination. Also, by watching the animation after reading the picture books, children will be further drawn into the world of the story.

"Why? How? Gah Gah Boo!" is an excellent anime that combines both educational and entertaining features for children. It is a work that parents and children can enjoy together, and can also be a good opportunity for family communication. It is especially recommended for children who are interested in animals and children who like quizzes. In addition, because it has a strong educational element, it can also be used in kindergartens and elementary schools.

This animation has been designed in various ways to enrich children's knowledge and imagination. Specialists including Shinichiro Kawata of the National Museum of Nature and Science supervised the zoology of the animation, and the information about animals is depicted accurately. In addition, the questions in the quiz format are chosen to interest children, allowing them to learn while having fun.

This anime can be enjoyed by both children and adults. The humorous movements of the animals and the unique character of Lila will make both children and adults smile. In addition, the theme song "Waraunda WA!" is a song that both children and adults can sing along to.

The recommended viewing method is to first watch all 26 episodes in order. Each episode is short, only 5 minutes, so children will not get bored. In addition, at the end of each episode, there is a "song corner" where children can sing and dance together, so parents and children can enjoy it together.

In addition, by reading Lila Plapp's picture books, children can understand the story more deeply. By combining picture books and animation, children can deepen their knowledge of animals and enrich their imagination. Also, by watching the animation after reading the picture books, children will be further drawn into the world of the story.

"Why? How? Gah Gah Boo!" is an excellent anime that combines both educational and entertaining features for children. It is a work that parents and children can enjoy together, and can also be a good opportunity for family communication. It is especially recommended for children who are interested in animals and children who like quizzes. In addition, because it has a strong educational element, it can also be used in kindergartens and elementary schools.

This animation has been designed in various ways to enrich children's knowledge and imagination. Specialists including Shinichiro Kawata of the National Museum of Nature and Science supervised the zoology of the animation, and the information about animals is depicted accurately. In addition, the questions in the quiz format are chosen to interest children, allowing them to learn while having fun.

This anime can be enjoyed by both children and adults. The humorous movements of the animals and the unique character of Lila will make both children and adults smile. In addition, the theme song "Waraunda WA!" is a song that both children and adults can sing along to.

The recommended viewing method is to first watch all 26 episodes in order. Each episode is short, only 5 minutes, so children will not get bored. In addition, at the end of each episode, there is a "song corner" where children can sing and dance together, so parents and children can enjoy it together.

In addition, by reading Lila Plapp's picture books, children can understand the story more deeply. By combining picture books and animation, children can deepen their knowledge of animals and enrich their imagination. Also, by watching the animation after reading the picture books, children will be further drawn into the world of the story.

"Why? How? Gah Gah Boo!" is an excellent anime that combines both educational and entertaining features for children. It is a work that parents and children can enjoy together, and can also be a good opportunity for family communication. It is especially recommended for children who are interested in animals and children who like quizzes. In addition, because it has a strong educational element, it can also be used in kindergartens and elementary schools.

This animation has been designed in various ways to enrich children's knowledge and imagination. Specialists including Shinichiro Kawata of the National Museum of Nature and Science supervised the zoology of the animation, and the information about animals is depicted accurately. In addition, the questions in the quiz format are chosen to interest children, allowing them to learn while having fun.

This anime can be enjoyed by both children and adults. The humorous movements of the animals and the unique character of Lila will make both children and adults smile. In addition, the theme song "Waraunda WA!" is a song that both children and adults can sing along to.

The recommended viewing method is to first watch all 26 episodes in order. Each episode is short, only 5 minutes, so children will not get bored. In addition, at the end of each episode, there is a "song corner" where children can sing and dance together, so parents and children can enjoy it together.

In addition, by reading Lila Plapp's picture books, children can understand the story more deeply. By combining picture books and animation, children can deepen their knowledge of animals and enrich their imagination. Also, by watching the animation after reading the picture books, children will be further drawn into the world of the story.

"Why? How? Gah Gah Boo!" is an excellent anime that combines both educational and entertaining features for children. It is a work that parents and children can enjoy together, and can also be a good opportunity for family communication. It is especially recommended for children who are interested in animals and children who like quizzes. In addition, because it has a strong educational element, it can also be used in kindergartens and elementary schools.

This animation has been designed in various ways to enrich children's knowledge and imagination. Specialists including Shinichiro Kawata of the National Museum of Nature and Science supervised the zoology of the animation, and the information about animals is depicted accurately. In addition, the questions in the quiz format are chosen to interest children, allowing them to learn while having fun.

This anime can be enjoyed by both children and adults. The humorous movements of the animals and the unique character of Lila will make both children and adults smile. In addition, the theme song "Waraunda WA!" is a song that both children and adults can sing along to.

The recommended viewing method is to first watch all 26 episodes in order. Each episode is short, only 5 minutes, so children will not get bored. In addition, at the end of each episode, there is a "song corner" where children can sing and dance together, so parents and children can enjoy it together.

In addition, by reading Lila Plapp's picture books, children can understand the story more deeply. By combining picture books and animation, children can deepen their knowledge of animals and enrich their imagination. Also, by watching the animation after reading the picture books, children will be further drawn into the world of the story.

"Why? How? Gah Gah Boo!" is an excellent anime that combines both educational and entertaining features for children. It is a work that parents and children can enjoy together, and can also be a good opportunity for family communication. It is especially recommended for children who are interested in animals and children who like quizzes. In addition, because it has a strong educational element, it can also be used in kindergartens and elementary schools.