Space explorer Zork wonders why earthlings huff and puff somuch when they exercise. On a very informative Earth visit, he discovers it’s because people need oxygen from the air to survive. Through compelling animation, young viewers learn how the lungs propel oxygen into the bloodstream and work to remove carbon dioxide from the blood. Part of the fully animated series, “Our Wonderful Body”, featuring Zork, a space creature with a very inquisitive mind and a talent for getting into humorous situations. Fascinated by human beings, Zork wants to know how people breathe, move and grow. He wants to understand how their hearts work and how they digest their food. Often, his inquisitive nature leads him to wrong conclusions and comical misunderstandings, all of which captivate young audiences and make learning about the human body fun. Produced by Christianson Productions, Inc. A Coronet release.
10 minutes • Color