Film for the Younger Set: The Animal Train and The Gruffalo

In The Animal Train, a little boy sets off on a round-the-world night train to dreamland with only his toy dog for company. But soon all endangered animals are asking if they can jump up and join them on their journey. 29 minutes.

Based on the book, The Gruffalo tells the magical tale of a mouse who takes a walk through the woods in search of a nut. Encountering three animals who all wish to eat him – a fox, an owl and a snake – the plucky mouse has to use his wits to survive. 40 minutes.

Geared for children ages 3 – 6 years. New Rochelle Public Library’s Ossie Davis Theater. Free.