That's a really cool story about your daughter!  I am not a fan of the animation but tolerate it.  However, your story helps me to see it in a new light!  I will say that the 2nd serial utilizes it a bit more creatively.

A quick glance at imdb indicates that Howard Swift is credited in both serials with the special animated effects.   He was a director for many animated shorts in the 40's, as well as series of the 60's and 70's, including Superfriends and Scooby-Doo.