You (Jiminy Cricket) Collection

Part 1 · Jan 1, 1955

You and Your Sense of Touch

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

Part 2 · Oct 20, 1955

You the Human Animal

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

Part 3 · Dec 15, 1955

You and Your Five Senses

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

Part 4 · Nov 7, 1956

You and Your Eyes

Jiminy Cricket teaches children about the eyes.

Part 5 · Dec 5, 1956

You and Your Senses of Smell and Taste

Jiminy Cricket explains the interconnected senses of smell and taste.

Part 6 · Jan 5, 1957

You and the Living Machine

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.

Part 7 · Apr 18, 1957

You and Your Food

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

Part 8 · Oct 3, 1957

You and Your Ears

Jiminy Cricket explains how the ear works, both for hearing and balance.