jQuery.spritely is a jQuery plugin for creating dynamic character and background animation in pure HTML and JavaScript. Its a great alternative to Flash if your desired platform does not support Flash.

It’s a simple, light-weight plugin which adds sprite() and pan() to your objects. With few simple methods, you can create animated sprites such as flying birds and dynamic scrolling backgrounds.

It can be used on any html web page, and any part of the page can interact with a sprite. It works well on iPhone / iPod Touch and iPad.