The document describes the typical elements found in a 20-40 second opening sequence for a children's television program. It includes an upbeat soundtrack, introductions to the main characters showing their names and personalities, and ends by displaying the program title. Key visual elements are a large title font, photos of main characters, the channel logo, and ratings information.

1. Short length (20-40 seconds)
Fun, exciting footage Simple but fun layout
Upbeat soundtrack
Individual introductions to all
main characters, portraying
their characteristics and
displaying their name
Ending with the
title of the programme

2. Title in a large
size font placed
at the top of the
Name and
DVD.
symbol of the
channel that the
programme is
shown on
Large size photograph
of the main character
Appealing slogan taking up the majority
of the space
PG or U rating
Use of the same
font as the
opening
sequence

3. Title in a large
size font placed
at the top Advertisement for
what is inside the
magazine
Name and symbol
of the channel that
the programme is
shown on
Appealing free gifts Use of the same font
as the opening
Sequence & DVD cover
Chances to win things