‘Stellaluna’ returns on DVD

Delight your child with Scholastic’s animated version of Janell Cannon’s classic, “Stellaluna” — a DVD that brings to life the eponymous fruit bat which becomes separated from her mother by a swooping, hungry owl.

A teensy bit scary? Maybe, but a lot of fun at the same time. Stellaluna’s story is about accepting what makes her different, and along the way, the viewer learns fun facts about these jungle inhabitants, including what makes a fruit bat different from birds: Did you know they sleep upside down and are covered in fur? All ends happily with Stellaluna reuniting with her mother. The DVD also has the option to watch the film with a read-along function — subtitles highlight each word as it’s spoken — which could be a boon for young readers. Fun songs are folded into the narrative, too, and it’s recommended for children ages 2–8.

“Stellaluna” DVD, $12.95. Visit newkideo.com.