BROOKE SHIELDS TO BE VOICE OF MISS SPIDER;
THINGS ARE HOPPING AT SUNNY PATCH™

“When I looked at the vibrant colors of the book and read this fantastic fictional story line which is meant for kids but captivaes people of all ages, I can only say Ileapt at thechance to be a part of this wonderful production and television special.”
—Brooke Shields, on her role as Miss Spider.

NEW YORK (March 4, 2003) — The world premiere of Miss Spider’s Sunny Patch Kids, a prime time animated special featuring the voice of Brooke Shields as Miss Spider, is coming to Nickelodeon on March 31 at 8 p.m. (ET/PT). The special is produced by Corus Entertainment’s Nelvana in association with Callaway & Kirk, and sponsored by Target Stores.

David Kirk is universally acknowledged as one of the premier authors of juvenile fiction, with fans ranging from Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton to The Today Show’ s Matt Lauer. With more than 4 million copies of the Miss Spider, Little Miss Spider, Nova’s Ark and Biddle Books series in print in seven languages, published by Scholastic in the U.S., Kirk has captivated children around the world with his eyepopping illustrations and witty, rhymed verse.

“David has spent a lifetime telling stories as a toymaker, furniture designer and book author and illustrator. These many talents are brought together in the world of Sunny Patch,” said Nicholas Callaway, cofounder of Callaway & Kirk and Sunny Patch. “Our motto reflects our mission: to create a world ‘Where Happiness Grows.’ Brooke Shields’ warmth, beauty, and charisma made her the perfect choice to play Miss Spider.”

Here are some of the latest developments from Sunny Patch, which is an exciting, new children’s lifestyle brand that encompasses television, consumer products, and books, all originating from the imagination of bestselling author David Kirk.

Miss Spider’s Sunny Patch Kids: Nickelodeon Special

Based on the Miss Spider book series, Miss Spider’s Sunny Patch Kids is a delightful tale featuring everyone’s favorite eightlegged charmer, Miss Spider, and her humble hubby Holley. With state of the art 3D computer generated imagery of a microcosmic world of adorable, funloving bugs of all shapes and sizes, this special begins as wedding bells ring for Miss Spider and Holley. Soon after, all of Sunny Patch is abuzz with the news that the couple is expecting five little bundles of joy. When the youngsters come across a mysterious giant egg in the meadow, action, adventure and mayhem ensue in this rollicking, heartwarming tale about the importance of love and family in our lives.

Sunny Patch: Lifestyle Brand at Target Stores

Sold exclusively at Target Stores, The Sunny Patch Collection features more than 100 products highlighting Miss Spider and her friends on garden accessories, home décor, and apparel. The debut of The Sunny Patch Collection includes assortments in three merchandise areas.

• In the garden area, rakes, hoes, gloves and aprons feature friendly bugs that will make helping in the yard a joy.
• For home decorating, children will delight in fanciful furniture like beetle rockers, spider step stools and butterfly popup storage bins.
• In newborn, infant, and toddler apparel, even the tiniest fans can wear clothes adorned with Kirk’s colorful bugs.

The Sunny Patch Library a Target Stores

David Kirk brings the wonderful world of Sunny Patch to another generation of readers with favorite Miss Spider, Little Miss Spider, and Biddle™ books in new formats at exceptionally affordable prices, all from Scholastic. They include the Miss Spider Board Book Boxed Set, the Biddle Storybook Boxed Set ($11.65 ea.), Little Miss Spider and Little Miss Spider at Sunny Patch School mini books ($5.39 ea.), and the classic Miss Spider’s Tea Party ($17.95) in a luminous giantsized edition. Fans of Miss Spider, the adorable Little Miss Spider, and the lovable Biddle baby animals will be delighted to add these special gift editions to their collection,
available exclusively at Target Stores.

In the world of Sunny Patch, characters and stories always carry an encouraging message such as “Be Good to Bugs.” David Kirk’s uncommon ability to tap into a child’s imagination translates to characterbased products that are both cute and cool. Kirk’s meaningful stories, whimsical design, and stateoftheart animation appeal to parents and children alike.

About Callaway & Kirk

Callaway & Kirk, a division of Callaway Editions, Inc., headquartered in New York City, was formed in 1996 by Nicholas Callaway and David Kirk to specialize in family entertainment. It creates and produces Mr. Kirk’s original characters and stories in a variety of media, including publishing, animation for motion pictures and television, toys—and children’s lifestyle products under the Sunny Patch™ brand. Callaway Editions publishes high quality illustrated books, including the forthcoming series of children’s books by Madonna, to be released starting in September 2003. More information is available at www.callaway.com.

About Corus Entertainment

Corus Entertainment is a Canadianbased media and entertainment company. Corus is a market leader in both specialty TV and Radio. Corus also owns Nelvana Limited, an internationally recognized producer and distributor of children’s programming and products. The Company’s other interests include music, television broadcasting and advertising services. A publicly traded company, Corus is listed on the Toronto (CJR.B) and New York (CJR) Exchanges. Corus’ Web site can be found at www.corusentertainment. com.

About Target Stores

Minneapolis based Target Stores serves guests at 1,148 stores in 47 states nationwide by delivering today’s best retail trends at aΩordable prices. Target Stores, along with its parent company Target Corporation (NYSE:TGT), gives back more than $2 million a week to its local communities through grants and special programs. Since opening its first store in 1962, Target has partnered with nonprofit organizations, guests and team members to help meet community needs.

For more information, please contact:
Kathryn Bradwell, (212) 7983165 for Callaway & Kirk
Kathryn_Bradwell@callaway.com.