Kingsley's Meadow Explained
Kingsley's Meadow is a Christian children's direct-to-video series that ran from 1999 to 2003. The series was about a teenage lion named Kingsley who, with his friends, learn the virtues and values of the Bible.[2] The series also featured live-action footage of children reenacting stories from the Bible.[3] The series was created by Tony Salerno.[2]
Production
In 1998, alongside Angel Wings, American Bible Society paid about $1.6 million to Sony Music Entertainment in order to distribute the series.[4] The Biblical passages and songs used in the series were based on the Contemporary English Version, which was previously published by the American Bible Society themselves.[5]
Characters
- Kingsley - a teenage lion who tells his Meadow friends the stories his father taught him when he was younger. He serves as the host of the series.[6]
- Aaron - a hedgehog who is honest and does whatever his mother tells him to.[6]
- Birdtha - a songbird who loves to sing and gossip.[6]
- Bryron - an elephant who delivers packages for the "Pachyderm Postal Service" (PPS).[6]
- Monk - a chipmunk who serves as the best friend of Kingsley.[6]
- Singing Flowers - the three flowers who appear in the series.[6]
Episodes
Season 1 (1999–2001)
- Hang in There! - The Story of Ruth: Goodness and The Story of Elisha: Perseverance (July 1, 1999)
- Wise Guy - The Story of David and Solomon: Attentiveness and The Story of Naaman: Self-Control (July 1, 1999)
- Munch, Munch, Where's My Lunch? - The Story of Hannah: Thankfulness and The Story of Moses: Patience (July 1, 1999)
- Funny Money - The Story of Daniel: Contentment and The Story of Jonah: Obedience (July 1, 1999)
- 1-2-3, Count on Me - The Story of Joseph: Forgiveness and The Story of Abraham: Responsibility (June 26, 2000)
- Just the Facts, Mac - The Story of Samuel: Truthfulness and The Story of David and Saul: Respect (June 26, 2000)
- Eager Beaver - The Story of Joshua: Diligence and The Story of Jacob: Honesty (January 15, 2001)
Season 2 (2002–2003)
- Flash! Boom! Bam! - The Story of Esther: Courage and The Story of Jonathan and David: Friendship (February 11, 2002)
- Heart of Gold - The Story of Noah: Dependability and The Story of Abraham and Lot: Generosity (March 18, 2002)
- The Golden Trust Award - The Story of Gideon: Cautiousness and The Story of Caleb: Trustworthiness (September 26, 2002)
- Spread a Little Kindness - The Story of Rahab: Kindness and The Story of Nehemiah: Industriousness (September 26, 2002)
- Share the Love - The Story of Elijah: Sharing and The Story of Nebuchadnezzar: Love (February 10, 2003)
- Faithful Friends are Forever - The Story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego: Faithfulness and The Story of Solomon: Wisdom (February 10, 2003)
Voice cast
- Ray Massa as Kingsley the Lion
Reception
The series was given a positive review by The Dove Foundation, stating that the show "promises a fun and enjoyable time for your child as they learn the moral values taught in each story".[7]
Notes and References
- Web site: Kingsley's Series Song Catalog. January 8, 2018. https://web.archive.org/web/20041206054400/http://www.kingsleysmeadow.org/songcat.html. December 6, 2004. live.
- News: New 'Kingsley’s Meadow' Video: Fun and Thoughtful. January 8, 2018. Religion News Service. 2000.
- News: Maughan. Shannon. PW: Children's Audio/Video for Fall 2000. January 8, 2018. PublishersWeekly.com. August 7, 2000. en.
- Kellner. Tomas. Say a Prayer: American Bible Society is a terrific example of how a non-profit shouldn't operate. Forbes. December 9, 2002. 170. 12. 182–184. January 8, 2018.
- News: A. Soukup. Paul. An Internet Bible. January 8, 2018. America Magazine. March 11, 2000. en.
- Web site: Meet Kingsley and His Meadow Friends. January 8, 2018. https://web.archive.org/web/20041206052245/http://www.kingsleysmeadow.org/meet/meet.html. December 6, 2004. live.
- News: Lukens. Kadie. Kingsleys Meadow. January 8, 2018. The Dove Foundation. May 6, 2003.
