I couldn't agree more. We had Frankenberry, Count Chocula,
Frankenstein Jr., and others, but we also had the originals to
measure the kiddie versions against. Most of the kids in my classroom
have not seen the original Frankenstein movie. They of course are
somewhat familiar with the classic image, but have not seen the 1931
classic because often they won't watch B&W. Vivid color is
magnificent in its place, but so many modern types avoid it like the
plague. We want the kids to scared, but perfectly safe; the concept
is vaguely unsettling really when you think about it.

Dean