Ciao Kids is a leader in foreign language learning products for children from 2 to 8 years. Their products have been financed by the European Union and are currently used by more than 10,000 teachers across Europe to teach a second language. Products may be used by parents at home or by educators in school. The Growing Up Bilingual series consists of Volumes 1 and 2 to learn Spanish or English (ESL). Each video lasts approximately 35 minutes and includes six short animated cartoon episodes with musical narration that will entertain children as they learn a new language. In spring 2005 DVD support, volumes 3 to 5 will be launched. French, Italian and German will also be added.