VeggieTales is a children’s entertainment franchise known for its animated series featuring talking vegetables who teach moral and biblical lessons through stories, humor, and music. Created by Phil Vischer and Mike Nawrocki in the early 1990s, VeggieTales became popular for its clever writing, catchy songs, and family-friendly values. The characters, such as Bob the Tomato and Larry the Cucumber, often perform as musical artists, making VeggieTales both an animation brand and a recognized name in Christian children's music.