Crocodiles not Waterlilies Entertainment Debuts RINDIN the Puffer Exclusive Animated Short Video and Read-Along Digital Book on kidthing®

Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) September 30, 2008 -- Crocodiles not Waterlilies Entertainment? has selected the new digital media platform kidthing (www.kidthing.com) to debut RINDIN the Puffer? exclusive animated short video and read-along digital book. RINDIN is available as both a downloadable video and read-along book at kidthing - the safe digital media platform for kids and families. Future titles from CrocPond? are also coming soon for release at kidthing.

kidthing's digital media platform gives children the freedom to explore on the computer without being exposed to the dangers of the Internet. While kidthing is connected to the Internet, it is not a web browser so kids can't leave the world of kidthing and end up going online. After downloading the free kidthing player, parents and teachers simply browse, preview and purchase rich digital content at the kidthing store, which automatically downloads and can be played without being connected to the Internet. The purchased content resides on the computer and, if downloaded to a laptop, is a convenient, portable entertainment and education option for kids and families on the go.

Endorsed by Dr. Toy, with partners like the Humane Society of the United States, CrocPond's RINDIN the Puffer shows the importance of "being yourself" while respecting the individual differences of others. RINDIN is the first title in the CrocPond family of products. The RINDIN and CrocPond characters were created by Roger Anthony and are being animated by the award-winning director, Len Simon, along with his team at FatCat Animation. Simon has been involved with the production of more than 15 top animated feature films including 'Anastasia', 'Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron', 'Curious George', and 'All Dogs Go to Heaven'.

Nicholas Zaldastani, CEO of CNW Entertainment, said, "kidthing is the right place to present CrocPond's RINDIN the Puffer and other CrocPond titles. CrocPond mixes entertainment, inspiration and hope with positive life principles - messages that parents will want to share with their children. We appreciate and acknowledge that kidthing is the kind of safe environment that parents desire and expect for their children."

According to Simon, "kidthing has allowed us to share our passion for classical animation and the children's programming we produce. The kidthing player is the perfect place to showcase the diversity of our products."

Don Levy, kidthing's president, strategic business, added, "RINDIN is a rich and wonderful story and we're honored that kidthing has been selected for the exclusive debut of such a beautifully animated video. The read- along book and free coloring pages make for a great trans-media experience for kidthing's community of kids and classrooms."

A growing number of titles from top publishing and media companies are available at the online kidthing store including Dr. Seuss Enterprises, Penguin Young Readers Group, Charlesbridge Publishing among many others.

About FatCat Animation:

FatCat Animation, LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of CNW Entertainment LLC, is an award-winning, dynamic, dependable, Arizona-based classical animation studio with a strong commitment to excellence in high-quality animation and long-term industry relationships. The studio's mission is to produce heartwarming, animated stories with characters that appeal to audiences of all ages. For more information: visit http://www.fatcatanimation.com/.

About CNW Entertainment:

CNW Entertainment, based in San Francisco, CA, is an entertainment company with meaningful content that inspires children and families through its brand, CrocPond ?. Our 32 characters, each with his or her own fun, applicable, and easy-to-remember name, will offer numerous entertaining storylines for years to come. CrocPond is partnered with the Humane Society of the United States and endorsed by Dr. Toy for its philosophy of inspiring courage, confidence, and hope. For more information: visit http://www.crocpond.com/

CNW Entertainment, 58 Maiden Lane, 5th Floor, San Francisco, CA 94108

About kidthing

kidthing is the next generation Internet kids' place. kidthing's free, downloadable digital media player gives children, families and classrooms a safe environment to play, learn and have fun on the computer, away from ads and web browsers. Browse, preview, purchase and download rich digital content from the kidthing store. There are no subscription fees. Pay only for what you choose. kidthing features a diverse and growing library of games, activities, books and videos from leading publishers and media companies. kidthing is based in Los Angeles. You can visit kidthing at www.kidthing.com.

kidthing contact:

Karin Olsen / AMAZONpr / 310-497-0052 / karin @ amazonpr.com

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