Description
This passage provides an overview of the Nataat series, a three-dimensional interactive educational story for young children, designed to foster a love for reading. The series follows the adventures of Nataat, who, right after opening his eyes, starts jumping. Nataat rescues animals, embodying positive behaviours for children through captivating visuals and concise text, encouraging early-age reading. In the current reading landscape, the Nataat series is considered optimal as it is presented in a comic (Comic) format. The sequential images, humorous style, and presentation of emotions immerse children in the heart of the story, teaching essential moral values like helping others, bravery, and honesty. Authored by Yang Hongying, the series has received four awards and is widely translated. The passage also introduces The Mischievous Four, Nataat's three companions: Majeed, who resembles a hippo, is multi-talented in sports but stumbles in speech; Kareem, with a large belly, loves food and is lazy but has a smart mind; and Sameer, whose speech is mostly nonsensical, resembling monkeys. Despite their mischievous actions, the four friends can unite as one and become small heroes when duty calls. The Nataat series is praised for promoting the Arabic language, being one of the best Arabic comic series that offers both entertainment and high educational value. It encourages children to read and engage in activities that develop their skills away from technology and screens.
The titles included in the series are: Nataat's TV Channel, Summer Vacation Adventures, The Little Detective Team, The Four Rascals, The Clever Child, The Fun Father.
