What's new: 'Zack & Zoey Explore the Articles of Faith' DVD/CD provides entertainment, music and teaching

"ZACK AND ZOEY EXPLORE THE ARTICLES OF FAITH," music by Lex de Azevedo, Excel Entertainment, $21.98, 62 minutes

Sometimes explaining concepts and terms discussed and taught in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints can be a difficult task, especially when talking to children.

Teaching such principles has become simplified thanks to "Zack & Zoey Explore the Articles of Faith" with music by Lex de Azevedo, a Golden Globe nominee known for productions such as "Saturday's Warrior" and "My Turn on Earth." Designed for children to watch and listen to individually or with their families, the DVD uses fun animation, captivating music and commentary by children to teach and explain each of the Articles of Faith, written by Joseph Smith. The CD includes all of the songs performed in the DVD.

Children of different ages and ethnicities, many from Utah, perform in the children's choir and orchestra and use dance to share de Azevedo's all-new Article of Faith songs. After each song, Zack and Zoey and the other children explain difficult terms and teach what each declaration means. They use simple terms kids of all ages can understand.

Use of animation also visually depicts the narration. Additionally, Leah Coleman from "Signing Time" provides American Sign Language alongside many of the songs.

This DVD and CD combination would make a great family home evening activity or simply positive entertainment for children.

Wendy Jessen is a Southern Utah University graduate and a stay-at-home mother of six. Her email is wendyjessen26@gmail.com and she blogs at mormonmomofsix.blogspot.com.