The Number Crew
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The search for the right shape proves more hazardous than they expected.
Broadcast on Channel 4 in 2006, the programmes follow the adventures of the cheerful crew of the cruise ship the SS Mathematical, as they try their best to look after their unusual animal passengers. We created and animated the CGI parts of several episodes in which the characters were transported to the mysterious land of shapes where they were transformed into CGI polyhedrons. We also did the graphics and effects for the series including the 100 number long fairground number line which the presenter rides along in his dodgem car.
The series is designed to help 5 to 7 year olds learn maths in a fun and stimulating way. It is available on www.teachers.tv or on DVD from 4 Learning.