You the Human Animal

1955 8min

Jiminy Cricket explains how man resembles and differs from other animals, particularly the use of language, the use of reason, and opposable thumbs.

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You (Jiminy Cricket) Collection(8)

Collection of animated educational shorts with a mostly similar format

You and Your Sense of Touch (1955)

7.2

Jiminy Cricket explains the sense of touch, its four components (heat, cold, pain, pressure), and its unique dispersed nature.

You and Your Five Senses (1955)

9.0

Jiminy Cricket explains the five senses, contrasting man and other animals.

You and Your Eyes (1956)

9.0

Jiminy Cricket teaches children about the eyes.

You and Your Senses of Smell and Taste (1956)

7.5

Jiminy Cricket explains the interconnected senses of smell and taste.

You and the Living Machine (1957)

9.0

Jiminy Cricket shows how the "human machine" converts food into energy. He compares the human digestive system to a factory production line while explaining the importance of healthy food and exercise. He tells the story of a young boy who wants to stay healthy so that he can play and do all the fun things of life.

You and Your Food (1957)

7.5

Jiminy Cricket explains how every living thing has its proper kind of food, and how it is used, plus the basics of nutrition.