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LITTLE ANGELS: ANIMALS

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LITTLE ANGELS: ANIMALS
TWENTIETH CENTURY FOX HOME ENTERTAINMENT
Series: SERIES, AGES 2-5
Topic - Family
Description - Preschool twins Alex and Zoe are blessed to have eight Little Angels watching over them, painted on their bedroom ceiling. The angels come to life when the children need them most, guiding them through the challenges of their young lives. In this fun-filled DVD, you'll meet many of the wonderful animals that live on our planet. Hayley the angel of animals has so many friends she wants you to meet, and so many bible stories to tell – from Noah's Arc to David & Goliath and more!
 Runtime: 33 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-5
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.98
Media: DVD
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LITTLE ANGELS: ABC'S

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LITTLE ANGELS: ABC'S
TWENTIETH CENTURY FOX HOME ENTERTAINMENT
Series: SERIES, AGES 2-5
Topic - Family
Description - Preschool twins Alex and Zoe are blessed to have eight Little Angels watching over them, painted on their bedroom ceiling. The angels come to life when the children need them most, guiding them through the challenges of their young lives. In this episode, with the help of their new angel friends, Alex and Zoe learn all the letters in the alphabet. As they move from A to Z, the twins also discover the importance of sharing, forgiveness and trusting that God loves them!
 Runtime: 32 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-5
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.98
Media: DVD
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MUPPETS, THE       Click Title to View High Bandwidth Online Video Trailer This title has online video!
WALT DISNEY COMPANY
Series: FEATURE FILM, AGES 2-5
Topic - Family
Description - When 3 muppet fans learn that Tex Richman wants to drill under the muppet theater for oil Gary, Mary and Walter set out to find the muppets who have been split up for years Kermit lives in his own mansion depressed in Hollywood, Gonzo is a high class plumber at Gonzo's Royal Flush, Fozzie performs with a tribute band called The Moopets , Miss Piggy is the plus-size fashion editor at Vogue Paris, and Animal is at a celebrity anger management rehab center in Santa Barbara. Starring Jason Segel, Amy Adams, Chris Cooper, Rashida Jones, Eric Jacobson, Dave Doelz, Bill Barretta and Steve Whitmire
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - I love this movie a lot because it is really funny and kind of weird. There is a lot of singing and catchy music in the movie that I really enjoy. This movie is all about a guy named Gary and his brother Walter (who is a Muppet even though he doesn't live with the Muppets). They go on a huge adventure with Mary (Gary's girlfriend) to see the Muppets and see why they aren't doing their show anymore. When they are there they learn that there is a greedy oil tycoon who wants to tear down the Muppet Theater. Some of the main characters in the movie are Gary, Mary, Walter and the whole Muppet gang. My favorite character is Walter because he has an amazing talent that he doesn't know about until he learns that he can be a Muppet if he wants to and if he tries hard enough. He is a great character because he believes in the Muppets and never gives up on them. My favorite part in the movie is when the whole gang gets back together and makes another show. It is a really funny show and they do it so they can save their studio. I recommend this movie for all ages, even preschoolers, because there are no scary parts. There is a lot of music that everyone will enjoy. I also recommend that you stay for the end credits because there are a lot of outtakes shown that are really funny. Go out and see this in theaters. Credit: Anthony Aranda, age 9, KIDS FIRST! Film Critic
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-18
Suggested Retail Price: $ 0
Media: FeatureFilm

ADVENTURES OF ELMO IN GROUCHLAND, THE (HDNET)

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ADVENTURES OF ELMO IN GROUCHLAND, THE (HDNET)       Click Title to View High Bandwidth Online Video Trailer This title has online video!
HDNET MOVIES LLC
Series: FEATURE FILM, AGES 2-5
Topic - Family
Description - When a friendly game of tug of war accidentally sends Elmo's favorite blanket to faraway Grouchland, Elmo summons all of his courage to retrieve it.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Excellent production quality. Holds interest from start to finish. Combines compelling music with friendly characters who makes the audience feel like they're part of the action. There is a continuous sense that everyone is looking out for Elmo.
 Runtime: 73 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-5
Suggested Retail Price: $ 0
Media: DVD

BABY HAHA: MUISC VIDEO ADVENTURES

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BABY HAHA: MUISC VIDEO ADVENTURES
RULLINGNET CORPORATION
Series: INDEPENDENT SHORT, AGES 2-5
Topic - Family
Description - Join Baby Haha and his friends as they perform fun dance moves to your favorite nursery rhymes for kids to copy and enjoy, while developing their motor and cognitive skills. The lullabies video will introduce a soothing and relaxing atmosphere.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - This DVD features several lullabies and a sing and dance portion. There is no dialogue. We watch a baby doing a lot of adult activities and having fun doing it. The music ranges from being very soothing and simple with a lot of wind instruments, to very upbeat and fun. It is purely entertaining, good for keeping the kids busy. Supports young children's desire to explore new things and test boundaries. The babies engage in adult behaviors, such as driving, scuba diving, playing instruments. The fact that babies are doing it is amusing.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - The kids were glued to the TV for the majority of the film. It is a bit long, so watching it all at once might lead to restlessness. "The baby is so cute." "I like that there are no words." "The ABC song was fun." "I want to see what happens to the baby." "Can we watch it again?"
 Runtime: 52 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: -
Suggested Retail Price: $ 19.99
Media: DVD

BABAR AND FATHER CHRISTMAS

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ENTERTAINMENT ONE
Series: FEATURE FILM, AGES 2-5, ANIMATED
Topic - Holiday
Description - In this delightful holiday tale, Babar's children write a letter to Father Christmas to ask him to visit Celesteville at Christmas. Their letter never arrives because it is stolen by Babar's arch-enemy, Rataxes the Rhinoceros. He wants all of Santa's toys for himself! Can Babar find Father Christmas and save the day for Celesteville?
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - This is a cute movie about the beloved elephant King Babar, and his family. Babar's children and cousin Arthur write a letter to Father Christmas asking him to visit Celesteville. Rataxes the sneaky rhinoceros takes the letter out of the mailbox and eats it. So, Babar decides to try and find Father Christmas so he can personally deliver the message. Does he find him? My favorite characters are Rataxes the rhinoceros, because was just plain silly and he made me laugh, and Babar, because he was determined to find Father Christmas for the children of Celesteville. My favorite scene is Babar in the bathtub having a conversation with the mouse family. They were so cute. I rate this movie 5 out of 5 stars, because there is no violence, and I recommend this movie to everyone. Reviewed by Ny'asia Bell, KIDS FIRST! Film Critic, age 8.
 Runtime: 70 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-5
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.98
Media: DVD

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SNAPATOONIES: AT THE ZOO WITH TURTLE, EPISODE 4
SNAPATOONIES
Series: INDEPENDENT SHORT, AGES 0-2, ANIMATION
Topic - Education/Instructional
Description - Meet Turtle. He lives at the zoo with all his friends: the crocodiles, lions, monkeys, snakes elephants, seals and pandas.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Simple and educational. Teaches about different animals found at the zoo, such as lions, monkeys and elephants. Entertaining and positive, right from the start. Young kids on the train have an uplifting and cheerful song. Animals are realistic and the content is age-appropriate. Kids are motivated to learn. Repetition helps the kids remember the animal names. Realistic images of animals is visually appealing.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Kids like the turtle and thought he was fun. They smile and clap and older kids yell out the animal names. Some kids ask to watch again. Kids sing, dance and play along. Encourages children and adults to learn more about the different animals together. Learning new things, kids love the zoo and the animals.
 Runtime: 23 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 0-3
Suggested Retail Price: $ 24.99
Media: DVD ISBN # 9781937393038
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SNAPATOONIES: ABBY APPLE AND HER FRUIT FRIENDS, EPISODE 3
SNAPATOONIES
Series: INDEPENDENT SHORT, AGES 0-2, ANIMATION
Topic - Education/Instructional
Description - Abby Apple and her fruit friends introduce you to apples, oranges, lemons, pears and plums - and how much fun they are to eat!
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Teaches young children about several fruits and their colors. Well-produced, flows nicely and has opportunities for interaction throughout. There is a train of children at the bottom of the screen for the entire production who also interact, which really helps kids feel like participating. The subject matter is appropriate and educational. Also teaches additional facts about fruits. Organized into various fruits and their respective colors, discussing one fruit at a time. Bright colors, clear sound, cute animation, should be very appealing to young children. The train at the bottom was adorable and really added to the entire program.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - "I want to watch it again because I watched the kids and the apple show." "It was happy." Kids answered the questions out loud. Seems to keep their attention. "I like the talking apple." Kids like to interact and yell out answers and are encouraged to do so by the on-screen train of kids. Holds most of the kid's attention, a little long for some in this very young age group.
 Runtime: 23 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 0-3
Suggested Retail Price: $ 24.99
Media: DVD ISBN # 9781937393021
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SNAPATOONIES: MAGICAL COLOR CALLER, EPISODE 2
SNAPATOONIES
Series: INDEPENDENT SHORT, AGES 0-2, ANIMATION
Topic - Education/Instructional
Description - Become a Magical Color Caller and go on a color expedition with the clever kids on the Snapatoonies train. Call out the shapes and colors you see along the way!
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - The colors are bright and it is repetitive, which is great for very young children. The name of the train, Snapatoonies, is catchy. I liked that it covered colors such as gray and pink, and not just the primary colors. A great way to learn about colors and shapes. Moves smoothly into each color, and in each color, teaches about different shapes, animals and fruits. Simple structure and style make it entertaining for young children. Children will be attracted to the main character, the Magical Color Caller. Colors are bright and visually appealing. Shows colors, but also shows how to spell the word and how the word sounds. Educational and entertaining. Kids go on the Snapatoonies train for a color expedition!
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Children talk about the different colors, even after the show was over. Younger kids are entertained, while the older ones call out the colors. They respond to the new colors as they come up. Children play and sing along with the colors.
 Runtime: 23 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 0-3
Suggested Retail Price: $ 24.99
Media: DVD ISBN # 9781937393014
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SNAPATOONIES: COUNTING KIDS, EPISODE 1
SNAPATOONIES
Series: INDEPENDENT SHORT, AGES 0-2, AMINATION
Topic - Education/Instructional
Description - Nathan just loves numbers! Join him, along with the clever kids, on the Snapatoonies train, as he counts up every one of his friends and rhymes his way from zero through ten!
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Teaches numbers 0-10 by using example and interaction. The colors are bright, the characters are happy and the production is well-done. The methods and examples are age-appropriate and easy to understand. I particularly like the train that is at the bottom of the screen at all times with kids inside modeling appropriate interaction. Very cute, repetitive, which is good for learning, but not always entertaining. However, the style was very kid-friendly. Perfect for kids just learning to count.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - The kids all interacted with the numbers, some answered questions out loud when the narrator asked. The kids attention sometimes wandered, but overall they seem interested. "I like the numbers and the kids." Children watching seem to learn and enjoy the bright colors and music.
 Runtime: 23 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 0-3
Suggested Retail Price: $ 24.99
Media: DVD ISBN # 9781937393007
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WOW! WOW! WUBBZY!: WUBBZY'S CHRISTMAS ADVENTURE

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WOW! WOW! WUBBZY!: WUBBZY'S CHRISTMAS ADVENTURE       Click Title to View High Bandwidth Online Video Trailer This title has online video!
ANCHOR BAY ENTERTAINMENT
Series: FEATURE FILM, AGES 2-5, ANIMATED
Topic - Holiday
Description - The holidays are coming, and everyone in Wuzzleburg is getting ready for Winter Wonder Wubb Club fun! In this all-new Wubbzy collection, everyone's favorite bendy-tailed buddy pitches in to decorate The Figgity-Fig Tree, fix Walden's snow sculpture and even solve the mystery of the Snow Shoo-Shoo! There's plenty of singing, dancing, hoopty-horns and slippery-sledding too, all in the DVD that celebrates the ultimate Wow! Wow! season of caring, sharing and friendship!
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - What better time is there to show caring and compassion for friends? Holiday time in Wuzzleburg is great fun when you are surrounded by your best buddies. Join Wubbzy and the gang as they build snow sculptures and go sledding. But even in all the fun, as we all know, sometimes things go awry. Even during the holidays. It's up to Wubbzy and his sidekicks, Walden and Daizy and Widget to work together to make things holiday happy. They do this by sharing with each other, reaching out to help others through kind actions and by letting others reach out to help them. Cute songs will have your little ones dancing and singing along. This DVD promotes balanced appreciation of self and others. In a manner suitable for its intended audience.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - The adventures with Wubbzy are always fun. I love how Widget always builds something even though something funny happens out of it and it ends out not working like the Snowplower 3000 when a bird pressed a button then the snowman fell. It showed that you can solve things by thinking hard and with some friends to help. It looked and sounded great. It was almost like a play even though it was animated. Someone in a play couldn't do what they do, like bounce on a tail.
 Runtime: 70 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-5
Suggested Retail Price: $ 16.98
Media: DVD
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MONTONES Y MONTONES DE CAMIONES VOL 1
MARSHALL PUBLISHING AND PROMOTIONS, INC
Series: INDEPENDENT SHORT, AGES 2-5
Topic - Holiday
Description - This Spanish language sing-along music video features all kinds of trucks. Includes construction, logging, fire trucks, tractors, monster trucks, garbage, snow-plows, dump trucks, steam shovels and lots of exciting action and sounds. Award-winning music by James Coffey.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Educational, positive and interesting. Appeals to kids specifically interested in trucks. I like that the film is in Spanish and yet, any kid who likes trucks can enjoy it without necessarily understanding the lyrics. Upbeat music with pictures of real tractors and trucks. Though slightly grainy, the cinematography is excellent. Great informational video showing trucks from John Deere to Caterpillar at work, race cars racing, trucks moving snow and slush to clean streets, mail trucks delivering mail and sanitation trucks picking up garbage. Really captures trucks in action and at work.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Children who are "into" trucks love this, others are less interested. Some of the kids sang about the trucks. "Yay! Trucks!"
 Runtime: 40 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-5
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.95
Media: DVD ISBN # 978-1-936134-21-2

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LOTS & LOTS OF JETS AND PLANES VOL 1
MARSHALL PUBLISHING AND PROMOTIONS, INC
Series: INDEPENDENT FEATURE, AGES 5-8
Topic - Music
Description - This sing-along music video features all kinds of aviation machines, including jet fighters, jumbo jets, float planes, air shows, old planes, ultra-light, NASA Shuttle, tribute to early aviators, USAF museum, aircraft carriers and more. Music by James Coffey.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - High paced airplanes and cool tricks by the pilots are fun to watch. The vantage point of the pilot is a great asset. Amazing shots of airplanes accompanied by background music. The ability to see the complexity of flying and the beauty of the clouds around the planes is a wonderful lesson for any child. I would like words on the screen, or a bonus section on the DVD, so kids could actually learn about the planes themselves: what type of plane and other facts. Visually appealing, entertaining and fun!
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - "Cool!" "Awesome." "Fun to watch." Boys were glued to the screen and even singing some of the lyrics that were easy and catchy. Kids like that planes were going fast, twist and go upside down. Kids enjoyed seeing the different locations, like San Francisco. "They look real, I wonder how they filmed them." Kids are very interested in learning more about planes. "The planes did cool tricks and are cool colors." "I want to learn about planes and how they fly." Kids who are less interested in planes are a little bored.
 Runtime: 100 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.95
Media: DVD ISBN # 978-1-936134-04-5

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GOODNIGHT MOON AND OTHER STORIES

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NEW VIDEO GROUP, INC.
Series: COLLECTIONS
Topic - Family
Description - An anthology featuring: GOODNIGHT MOON (Written by Margaret Wise Brown, illustrated by Clement Hurd) Faithfully adapted from the original book and featuring a beautiful musical score, the most beloved bedtime story of all time is brought to life on DVD; A CREATURE WAS STIRRING (Written and illustrated by Carter Goodrich) Seen through the eyes of a child, this new adaptation of the classic Christmas poem will inspire viewers of all ages to believe. GLADYS GOES OUT TO LUNCH (Written and illustrated by Derek Anderson) Go on an adventure with Gladys the gorilla as she smells something delicious and leaves the zoo to find out what it is. DVD Features: Sign Language Vocabulary; Comprehension Quizzes, Alphabet Fingerspelling
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - This title is fantastic on so many levels. "Good Night Moon" takes a classic, simple story and makes it come alive through gentle animation. As the story is read aloud, the words to the story show up on the screen, encouraging children to read. While it's read, a woman signs the story using American Sign Language (ASL). This title makes it fun to learn to read and to sign at the same time. It's perfect for children with Down's Syndrome or children who are hearing impaired, and can encourage other children to learn ASL so they can communicate with children who sign. It can promote discussion on different means of communication. Bonus Features include an area where children can take a quiz to see what they remember about the story. Another feature is a quiz section that has children testing their knowledge of sign language and signing letters. If you have Internet access, a third Bonus Feature allows you to download activities related to ASL and the story.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Kids liked copying the signs. They liked seeing one of their favorite books on the screen. They enjoyed the rhyming. They thought their friends would like it because they do sign language even though they aren't good yet. Ages 2-5.
 Runtime: 36 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-5
Suggested Retail Price: $ 1295
Media: DVD
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CHUGGINGTON: THE CHUGGER CHAMPIONSHIP

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CHUGGINGTON: THE CHUGGER CHAMPIONSHIP
ANCHOR BAY ENTERTAINMENT
Series: FEATURE FILM, AGES 2-5, ANIMATED
Topic - Family
Description - ON YOUR TRACKS…GET SET…GO! It's time for The Chugger Championship - the race that all of Chuggington has been waiting for! Join Wilson, Brewster and Koko as they set off, full-speed ahead, to win the race. Excitement along the rails ensues as the three young trainees get ready for an important test, invent a new contest, start a fun hobby and learn to accept responsibility. They even discover that a true champion isn't always the one who crosses the finish line first. These six exciting new adventures will have your own little chuggers ready for action, adventure and accountability, too!
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Addresses good sportsmanship and responsibility. When they race, we learn not to cheat or be a sore loser. Teaches us that slow and steady wins the race, and not to be irresponsible or selfish. Almost all six short videos teach a child to respect themselves as well as others, in the course of competition, and that competition can be fun for all - not just the winner.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - The children viewers really enjoyed the stories in Chuggington Championship. Most of the stories in this DVD dealt with competition, sportsmanship, playing fair with others and being kind to each other in the face of competition. The children easily related to the young trains competing with each other and were able to identify inappropriate conduct such as cheating. They also seemed to understand the story of responsibility in that, if you stay up late, you are more likely than not going to oversleep the next morning. Additionally, they loved the ice cream story, although I think they were more sidetracked on how the ice cream train worked and not the message in the story that seemed to be everyone can be a winner! "I like the ice cream train, that is cool." "I want to race." "Cheating is bad, Koko needs to learn."
 Runtime: 61 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-6
Suggested Retail Price: $ 0
Media: DVD

BABAR: SCHOOL DAYS

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BABAR: SCHOOL DAYS
ENTERTAINMENT ONE
Series: SERIES, AGES 2-5 ANIM
Topic - Family
Description - In this classic DVD, Babar learns important lessons on acceptance, honesty and patience in four heartwarming tales of his school days adventures. Episodes include:1) School Days; 2)Kings of the Castle; 3) Every Basket Has a Silver Lining; 4)Peer Pressure
 Runtime: 92 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-5
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.98
Media: DVD

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MIG SAID SERIES - CAN WE BE FRIENDS

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MIG SAID SERIES - CAN WE BE FRIENDS
GAMANIA DIGITAL ENTERTAINMENT CO LTD
Series: FOREIGN INDEPENDENT SHORT, AGES 5-8
Topic - Family
Description - What can a white bear have in common with a black bear? How can a penguin be inspired by birds? Do we only friend with people similar to ourselves? Young children are encouraged to explore the inclusiveness and acceptance of differences through the use of cute characters and simple intriguing stories.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Nice concept for toddlers. It's like watching your favorite toddler/preschool book, with a lesson about friendship and acceptance. There is no dialogue in this film, but in each section the animals talk to each other via written speech bubbles on the screen. Although the text is short and simple, the intended age group cannot read, which makes an adult or older child's involvement necessary. On the other hand, the spirit of the story comes through, even without any dialogue. Very cute, short and refreshing.
 Runtime: 5 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 1-4
Suggested Retail Price: $ 0
Media: DVD

CHUGGINGTON: IT'S TRAINING TIME

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ANCHOR BAY ENTERTAINMENT
Series: TV SERIES, AGES 2-5, ANIMATED
Topic - Family
Description - Calling all chuggers! Join young trainees Wilson, Brewster and Koko in these six "traintastic" adventures. Watch as they learn how to pull a royal carriage, help Eddie repair the depot clock and take on the challenge of carrying passengers. Along the way, the trainees learn how to play fair, follow through on tasks, practice patience and help each other ride the rails of life. Your own little trainees will want to climb aboard and discover it all for themselves in It's Training Time!
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Young trains are in training to be able to start helping out in whatever way suits them best. They all learn how to do things, but not all of them are good at each task. Through the learning process they are asking questions, practicing what they have learned and fixing mistakes they are making. This is excellent modeling for little ones to begin doing the same. All of the characters take their turns making mistakes and learning how to correct them. In "Training Time for Harrison", an "adult" train wants to pull the royal coach and puts obstacles in the way of other trains, so that he will get the job first. He learns that even he has things to learn and can be a better train. Model working together and supporting each other. In "Watch Out Wilson," Wilson needs special mirrors to help him back up. He is afraid the other trains will make fun of him, but instead they cheer and say how much they like his mirrors. Great production values, bright and fun to watch.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Kids are smiling, laughing, playing and talking with each other as they watch. Many want to watch certain parts again. They like the opening song and some sing or dance along. One child even pulled out a box of trains and several children took them and played while watching. "Mommy, see that train, that one. He's funny." Kids talked about it and came back to watch a second time. Children all appear genuinely engaged by the episodes. Equally appealing to kids who were familiar with Chuggington as with the kids who were seeing it for the first time. The children played nicely together and seemed to want to be helpful and include each other in their play.
 Runtime: 62 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-5
Suggested Retail Price: $ 16.98
Media: DVD
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WOW! WOW! WUBBZY!: WUBBZY & THE FIRE ENGINE

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ANCHOR BAY ENTERTAINMENT
Series: TV SERIES, AGES 2-5, ANIMATED
Topic - Family
Description - Wow! Wow! Everybody's favorite bendy-tailed buddy is discovering a big, colorful world of helping out, working together and getting the job done! In this all-new collection, Wubbzy has a fire engine adventure with Widget, delivers Daizy's doodleberry treats, re-builds a house with Ty Ty The Tool Guy (voiced by Ty Pennington of "Extreme Home Makeover") and much more! There's plenty of singing, dancing and friendly firemen too! Climb aboard for tons of fun that pre-schoolers and parents will love again and again in Wubbzy & The Fire Engine!
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Lends itself easily to children questioning and using concepts in play. The story lines venture a bit too far from reality and do not adequately show cause and effect of behaviors. Each episode holds a simple story with educational, social and entertainment benefits. Wubbzy and the Fire Engine looks at public service and the desire to help others. Though Wubbzy goes about things the wrong way, it allows for children to learn from their mistakes and ask questions about how they can help. Overall entertaining, and provides a vehicle for parents to discuss topics brought up in the episodes. The characters are very appealing to kids.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Kids comment on what they see on the screen, "that's a fire truck!" "That's funny," said in response to jelly jars smashing and splashing on the characters. Kids want to watch again. They later played roles from the Wuzzleburg Express episode. Children dance along to the songs between episodes. Even when they play during and episode, they still check in to see what is happening on the screen. Two children play fire trucks after observing the Wubbzy and the Fire Engine episode. Incorporating storylines into their play and readily talking to their parents about what they saw. The children were happy and laughed frequently at the activity on the screen.
 Runtime: 70 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-5
Suggested Retail Price: $ 16.98
Media: DVD

FINDING NEMO: MY PUZZLE BOOK (APP)

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FINDING NEMO: MY PUZZLE BOOK (APP)       Click Title to View High Bandwidth Online Video Trailer This title has online video!
DISNEY PUBLISHING WORDLWIDE
Series: APP, AGES 2-5
Topic - Family
Description - Follow Nemo's underwater adventure, solve jigsaw puzzles and collect fish tank treasures along the way. Features authentic sounds and sea-worthy images based on the Disney/Pixar movie.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - A simplified story about a popular character. Young children will enjoy having the story read to them, either by an adult or by the voice on the app. Parents can also record their own voice, so when their kids listen they will hear the familiarity of mom or dad. Early readers can read along or record their voices as well. The puzzles are extremely simple to do. All of the features are easy to use, but it took an 8-year old to figure out how to make the recording feature work right. Instead of hitting "record" and recording the story, you have to return to the main menu after each page and ask it again to record. Older kids will get bored quickly, as the story is short and there isn't a lot to do with it, but it is just right in it's ease of use (other than the record feature) and simplicity for toddlers. A great line up addition to keep the little ones engaged on long car trips.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Finding Nemo is about a fish that gets lost in a fish tank with other fish and his dad tries to find him. This app gives you two choices. You can listen to the story being read or you can read it yourself and record yourself reading it. It offers the opportunity for active viewing by doing things such a finding things for your fish tank and working puzzles. It is a bit difficult to do the recording feature, because between every page you have to go back to the recording set up. I liked the record function best because you record your voice and listen to it. It is best suited for ages 2-6, because the story appeals to the younger kids and the puzzles are perfect for this age as well. They are extremely easy. Those preschoolers will enjoy both the puzzles and the story.
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-5
Suggested Retail Price: $ 0.99
Media: PhApp

LITTLE WILD

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LITTLE WILD
CALEB WOOD
Series: STUDENT PRODUCTION, COLLEGE, ANIMATION
Topic - Family
Description - Follow Little Wild and the animal friends through the golden grass.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Very simple animation, basic colors and sounds. It is a good example of basic animation, bringing your drawings to life and a small celebration of living things.
 Runtime: 4 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-8
Suggested Retail Price: $ 0
Media: DVD

SPANISH FOR KIDS: LAS ESTACIONES (THE SEASONS)

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WHISTLEFRITZ LLC
Series: INDEPENDENT SHORT, AGES 2-5, ANIMATION
Topic - Education/Instructional
Description - Spanish immersion DVD. Children love a birthday party, but when is Fritzi's? Join fun-loving Fritzi the mouse for a festive introduction to Spanish language-learning. It's year-round fun as children learn words and phrases in Spanish.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Teaches Spanish to a young audience using pictures, animation and a fun host. Uses Spanish immersion techniques, the person watching has to figure out the meaning of the words through pictures and context. It's appropriate, though challenging. Children as young as one or two-years-old can enjoy this. Stimulates natural curiosity of kids and their ability to learn through immersion. Has a very welcoming feel to it. Friendly and encouraging. Some adults felt the kids needed a more direct connection to the subject in order to make the Spanish word connection to what was being depicted. Children become familiar with a new language, while getting information about the culture of the people who speak the language. Tremendous educational value, because it immerses the child in the Spanish language and they seem more involved in learning the language. Broadens children's global perspective and stimulates language development.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - "It's funny, I like the mouse!" "I liked the Spanish words. The kids in the video are funny." Seemed to appeal more to kids over age 5 and even early teens. Children felt proud when they identified a word correctly. Younger kids sometimes didn't understand what the music was saying, but still got up to dance. Some kids under age five got bored and others frustrated because they didn't understand the material. This seemed to especially resonate for kids over age five, who could follow along with the content and were excited to learn new words. A few of the 5-7 year old girls wanted to learn more Spanish so they could talk to some of their friends from multi-lingual homes.
 Runtime: 30 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 1-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 19.99
Media: DVD

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WOW! WOW! WUBBZY!: WUBBZY SAVES THE DAY

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WOW! WOW! WUBBZY!: WUBBZY SAVES THE DAY       Click Title to View High Bandwidth Online Video Trailer This title has online video!
ANCHOR BAY ENTERTAINMENT
Series: TV SERIES, AGES 2-5, ANIMATED
Topic - Education/Instructional
Description - Wow! Wow! Wubbzy! rules in his most heroic episode yet! In these six super episodes, join Wubbzy as he hosts a bird-watching slumber party, has a memorable picnic in the park with Daizy and Widget, solves his own nose-y dilemma and much more! How will Wubbzy help a group of lost baby chirpees find their way home? Can Wubbzy stop a snoozing Moo Moo from casting crazy spells all over Wuzzleburg? There are plenty of cool songs to get the kids moving - along with delightful lessons about sharing, caring and being yourself - all in this courageous new collection of Wuzzleburg fun!
 Runtime: 70 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-5
Suggested Retail Price: $ 16.98
Media: DVD
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LITTLE SONGS (COLORS 1)

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LITTLE SONGS (COLORS 1)
STELLA PRODUCTIONS
Series: INDEPENDENT SHORT, AGES 2-5
Topic - Music
Description - Educational and original music by award-winning artist Vicki McCrone.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - A combination of songs about colors with still photographs that include the colors. The images are beautiful and keep everyone's attention. Because each section showed many colors in it, it was hard to point out to the kids which color the song was about. It was fun, songs were cute and the tempo was consistent, though not exciting. The visuals are entertaining and the DVD is very professionally done.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - "I liked the song RED. I liked the song YELLOW and the school bus was cool." "I thought about colors. I want to learn colors." The kids said they liked the pictures and songs. The film kept some of the kid's attention, they remembered the songs. Others wouldn't sit still, but enjoyed the DVD as background music. The photos really go their attention. They seemed to enjoy it.
 Runtime: 15 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 1-5
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.95
Media: DVD

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JOHNNY APPLESEED (APP)
RUCKUS MEDIA GROUP
Series: APP, AGES 5-8
Topic - Education/Instructional
Description - The story of Johnny Appleseed told by Garrison Keillor, illustrated by Stan Olson and music by Mark O'Connor. For use on iPhone, iPad or iPod. Includes three options of storytelling. Children can listen, read out loud, or record their voice to play back with the story.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Shows good behavior rewarded simply. Very well done. Soothing and a good bedtime story. The story of Johnny Appleseed, a simple man who only lives to do good. Fun to watch, nice visuals.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - It was calming and uplifting. "We loved the old-fashioned style of the story. Johnny wore a pot on his head and looked funny, but people treated him nicely and were grateful for the apples. He was kind to all living things and made people think about taking responsibility for the world around them."
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: -
Suggested Retail Price: $ 0
Media: PhApp

GO, CLIFFORD, GO! (APP)

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GO, CLIFFORD, GO! (APP)
SCHOLASTIC MEDIA
Series: APP, AGES 2-5
Topic - Education/Instructional
Description - Combines the beloved Big Red Dog with a topic that all kids enjoy: vehicles and motion. Users play along with Clifford as he encounters trucks, trains, planes and motorcycles that go whizzing by. "Touch and Tilt" animated interactions make it easy for children to engage with the story
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - An easy story for toddlers to enjoy and early readers to read aloud. You can have it read to you or shut off the narration and read it yourself. Everyone loves the Big Red Dog, and the Clifford app is sure to keep young ones engaged. Only a few simple words on each page and some pages have special effects when you press or tilt the screen. There is a simple tilt game at the end which will keep children busy a little longer on this app.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - The tilt game is fun. You get to collect bones until you score ten points. It's easy to do for young kids. You turn into different things - a helicopter, plane, car, etc - while you move to collect your bones and earn points.
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-6
Suggested Retail Price: $ 4.99
Media: PhApp

I LOVE YOU THROUGH AND THROUGH (APP)

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I LOVE YOU THROUGH AND THROUGH (APP)
SCHOLASTIC MEDIA
Series: APP, AGES 2-5
Topic - Education/Instructional
Description - Focuses on "emotional play" - encouraging children to understand the moods, sentiments and emotions that bring characters to life. "Touch and Tilt" animated interactions make it easy for children to engage with the story.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - A very simple app. You have the choice of having the story read to you, or you can turn off narration and read it to your child (or let an older child read it.) The story has simple colorful drawings and is easy for young children to understand. Kids will love tilting the iPhone or iPad to add basic motion, animation, to the characters - mostly swaying back and forth, and in one case making the boy run. There are no special features, which also makes this just right for toddlers.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Kids loved the tilt feature and the familiar characters. They liked to record their voice and hear it back. "Clifford has to collect bones, it's fun to get the bones."
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 1-4
Suggested Retail Price: $ 4.99
Media: PhApp

CHUGGINGTON: CHUGGERS TO THE RESCUE

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CHUGGINGTON: CHUGGERS TO THE RESCUE
ANCHOR BAY ENTERTAINMENT
Series: TV SERIES, AGES 2-5, ANIMATED
Topic - Family
Description - Everybody's favorite trainees are ready to save the day! Hong your horns for the worldwide hit television series that delivers action and laughter from Chuggington! In these six episodes Brewster, Wilson and Koko find fun and excitement while helping each other out of jams, learning emergency rescue skills and taking on new responsibilities! There are jetpacks, storm machines and daring escapades too. Join the chuggers as they learn about patience, accountability, following instructions and how to get the job done!
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Not only will children who love trains enjoy Chugginton, but all children. Each episode is unique, interesting and draws in current technology with futurist technology of what might be possible some day. The episodes are short, appropriately paced for the target preschool audience and their attention span. Chuggington certainly educates effectively; the use of simple, meaningful issues that can be solved quickly without appearing trite which makes it easy to understand and stimulated further discussion. The episodes are not only educationally but socially valuable as they promote working together with everyone. There is no bad guy or any other stereotypes. The heroes and the trains with issues are both male and female. The human interaction with the trains is appropriate and respectful. The production value is appealing and furthers the enjoyment of the episodes.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Children played with trains and made them fly, talking about the first episode where the trains are learning to use jet packs. They mimicked some of the behavior of the trains in the DVD. One child spoke to his mother about helping the other trains. Even the youngest children, whose attention would sometimes be distracted, re-engaged and enjoyed the entire DVD.
 Runtime: 62 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-5
Suggested Retail Price: $ 16.98
Media: DVD
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WOW! WOW! WUBBZY!: WUBBZY'S EGG-CELLENT EASTER

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WOW! WOW! WUBBZY!: WUBBZY'S EGG-CELLENT EASTER
ANCHOR BAY ENTERTAINMENT
Series: TV SERIES, AGES 2-5, ANIMATED
Topic - Family
Description - Nobody celebrates the Easter season quite like Wubbzy and his friends! In these six egg-ceptional episodes, Wubbzy discovers new ways to decorate eggs for the Easter Egg Hunt, celebrates the first day of spring with his kickity-kick ball and has to save the holiday when Easter is cancelled! There are plenty of fun and important lessons in this collection of egg-citing Easter episodes from the town of Wuzzleburg! Episodes include: Eggs Over Easy, Big Bunny Blues, Flower Day Parade, Watch the Birdie, Wubbzy Bounces Back and Flight of the Flutterfly.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Our jurors are real Wubbzy fans, ever since it launched on Nick in 2006. This Easter-themed title was a real hit as well. All the episodes succeed in pushing through the pro-social messages that Wubbzy does so well- teamwork, friendship, sharing, helping, appreciating others, even healthy exercise. It presents a pretty sectarian view of Easter that even non-Christians can enjoy focusing on the Easter Bunny, eggs and springtime rather than religious messages. Each episode offers a different lesson that will excite kids, while informing them. They learn lessons such as, why it is better to do something yourself rather than let a machine do it. Big Bunny Blues offers nutrition and exercise ideas that are easy for young kids to understand. Wonderfully themed, focusing on Easter and Spring activities. Each episode presents a new idea and new information on how people can interact with their surroundings. The characters are fun, friendly and easy to relate to for children.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Kids loved this and related to the concepts it teaches. The humor is perfect for preschoolers. The episode about the Easter bunny is simply adorable. One child asked, "what would happen really if Easter was cancelled?" "The candy looked yummy in Big Bunny Blues." "The Fluterflies were pretty." "They helped each other decorate eggs, hide the eggs and find the eggs." The kids thought the balloons in Flower Day Parade were silly. One child commented, "I want to be in a parade, how do I get into one?" The kids loved the DVD, especially the Flower Day Parade episode. They were all engaged and excited.
 Runtime: 71 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-6
Suggested Retail Price: $ 16.98
Media: DVD

ADVENTURES OF OCEAN ANNIE: EXPLORE CORAL REEFS

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ADVENTURES OF OCEAN ANNIE: EXPLORE CORAL REEFS
DIVE INTO YOUR IMAGINATION
Series: INDEPENDENT SHORT AGES 5-8
Topic - Nature
Description - Get ready to dive into your imagination and become an Imagination Explorer with cartoon characters Ocean Annie, Makaio and Fringy the Ichthyologist Fish! Together look for sharks and turtles, watch fish take a bath and, if you're lucky, you will find a flamboyant cuttlefish! Travel in a submarine and go scuba diving with Annie Crawley, aka Ocean Annie, on coral reefs around the world. Learn about clownfish, hairy frogfish, dolphins and many more surprises!
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Ocean Annie excels in teaching about marine animals and environments. I can't imagine a child who would not be inspired to want to see these creatures first-hand. The cinematography captures the true natures of the creatures. The easiest way I've seen for children to learn about the ocean. Teaches about how a scuba diver dresses and communicates with hand signals under water. We learn about how fish find their food and about the "fish bath" where they help each other get clean. Rich in information about marine biology. Reflects the idea that children can be given good size portions of information and challenging vocabulary words, even at earlier ages. Live-action, animation and computer generated effects blend to create the diving experience. Some jurors were confused about what age this is geared for, as there are many parts and gestures more appropriate for young children, but the content was clearly interesting for older school-aged kids. Overall a great education on the different species of animals that populate the coral reef.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - We used our imagination and went for a swim in the ocean to see all the cool animals. There were fish who got a bath, one fish opened it's mouth so other fish could get the stuff out , like brushing teeth. We learned dolphins breathe like we do. You have to be safe in the ocean and swim with a friend and use hand signals to talk to each other. "We used our imaginations in a scuba suit and went exploring, saw a lot of fish, we saw a turtle, a whale shark and a lot of creatures." "It was great, amazing, super cool!" The kids participated, answering questions, laughing and singing along to the ocean song. "I have always liked animals and think it is good to learn about them so that we can learn how to keep them safe." Ocean Annie appealed most to the younger kids, but all the kids learned and were engaged. "First we dived into the water and explored the coral reefs. We saw clownfish and shrimp, and Ocean Annie's favorite - SHARKS! We finally made it to the sand place and saw the cuttlefish and learned about its babies."
 Runtime: 30 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 19.95
Media: DVD

PHILADELPHIA CHICKENS

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PHILADELPHIA CHICKENS       Click Title to View High Bandwidth Online Video Trailer This title has online video!
SANDRA BOYNTON
Series: INDEPENDENT SHORT AGES 5-8, ANIMATION
Topic - Nature
Description - Two pigs from Connecticut travel down Interstate 95 to go watch the renowned chickens swing-dancing in a park near the Schuylkill River. Wild and woolly. Or, rather: feathery. The original singers of the track, Kevin and Michael Bacon, make spiffy cameo appearances, including some fine glimpses of Kevin Bacon dancing beside some serious chickens. The Bacon Brothers are portrayed as pigs, seeing as they are the Bacon Brothers.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Delightful musical short starring the Bacon Brothers (live) and chickens, pigs and cows (animation). Extremely enjoyable. Great music. The familiar Boynton characters come to life in this animated short that's sure to please just about anyone in your audience.
 Runtime: 5 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 0
Media: DVD

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ONE SHOE BLUES       Click Title to View High Bandwidth Online Video Trailer This title has online video!
SANDRA BOYNTON
Series: INDEPENDENT FEATURE, AGES 5-12, ANIMATION
Topic - Nature
Description - The great B B King stars in this wry and elegant music video, along with some enthusiastic intrusions by uninvited sock puppets. Shot on 35mm film, this is cartoonist Sandra Boynton's first venture into film-directing. The song 'One Shoe Blues' was written by Sandra Boynton and Michael Ford, for the album 'BLUE MOO: 17 Jukebox Hits from Way Back Never.' For all ages, except 43.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - A fabulous short music video, featuring BB King singing the One Shoe Blues accompanied by his own guitar and few instrument-playing socks. Ever so charming, this will appeal to pre-schoolers as well as school age kids and adults will be thoroughly enchanted. Extremely enjoyable and well-produced. A pleasure on all levels. Definitely one of our faves for the season!
 Runtime: 5 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 0
Media: DVD

CHUGGINGTON: LET'S RIDE THE RAILS!

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CHUGGINGTON: LET'S RIDE THE RAILS!
ANCHOR BAY ENTERTAINMENT
Series: TV SERIES, AGES 2-5, ANIMATED
Topic - Nature
Description - They're trainees! They're making tracks! Wheels to the rail! Clickety Clack! Honk your horns for the new hit television series about eager young engines Wilson, Brewster and Koko as they learn to become working trainees in the land of Chuggington. Trainees find fun and excitement as they get lost in a deserted town, handle an important responsibility in the safari park and discover that the repair shed isn't such a scary place after all. Plenty of action and laughs along the way with lessons about overcoming fear, responsibility and problem solving, all while discovering friendship, teamwork, courtesy and more. Learn to ride the rails of life!
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Chuggington, which airs on the Disney Channel, has taken the place of Thomas for many of our jurors who have become true fans. It takes off where Thomas left off. The quality of the production and the graphics are great and the pace a bit brisker than Thomas'. The characters' personalities charming and we see how they truly care about each other. This first collection of the series, released on DVD offers six episodes including: Braking Brewster, Clunky Wilson, Can't Catch Koko, Old Puffer Pete's Tour, Koko on Call and Hodge and the Magnet.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Kids love it, particularly the girls who definitely prefer it over Thomas. The theme song is a hit. In fact, you might find your kids singing it for days afterwards! The messages are things they can relate to and the images bright and perfect for the preschool set. Everyone is asking for more.
 Runtime: 62 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-5
Suggested Retail Price: $ 16.98
Media: DVD

BUG IN A PUDDLE

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BUG IN A PUDDLE
ONIRAM MUSIC
Series: AUDIO CD, AGES 2-5
Topic - Music
Description - High-spirited, creative and poetic original songs for both kids and parents. Characters include a tap-dancing frog, monkeys who can't sleep from the noise of hippos' sneezes, and a bug wondering about the universe.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Gentle pop-rock style that will be enjoyable to many and too slow and sleepy for others. Some jurors found the lyrics to be fun and interesting. Our urban kids didn't relate to them. Adult jurors said they appreciated the production quality. Others found it confusing and too "new age." Adults who were not excited it still felt it would make a great CD for babies and toddlers to help them go to sleep. Each song is a separate entity and can be played by itself.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - With adult engagement, children were able to use their imagination to think about some of the lyrics in the songs. One parent noted that the children "played well together" while it was on. "It made me sleepy." "The lady sounded nice." "The words were happy, but I didn't understand them all." "I wanted to learn about a bug in a puddle!"
 Runtime: 32 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 0-5
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.99
Media: AUDIO

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WINNIE THE POOH: WHAT'S A BEAR TO DO PUZZLE BOOK       Click Title to View High Bandwidth Online Video Trailer This title has online video!
DISNEY PUBLISHING WORDLWIDE
Series: IAPP, AGES 2-5
Topic - Education/Instructional
Description - Winnie the Pooh's digital debut. Book based puzzle app delivers an immersive and interactive reading experience for preschoolers on iPad, iPhone and iPod touch. Now also available for Android (not reviewed by KIDS FIRST!)
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - A very simple app, easy to use and minimal words to read. Will acquaint pre-readers with a handful of words and give them simple puzzles to solve. Puzzles are simple enough for even younger children and parents can help them move through the screens. Kids can choose to read or be read to.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - This app might help little kids learn to read some words. Winnie the Pooh is someone everybody likes and I like the puzzles.
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 1-4
Suggested Retail Price: $ 0.99
Media: PhApp

I BELIEVE IN ME!

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I BELIEVE IN ME!
EQ MEDIA
Series: INDEPENDENT SHORT, AGES 2-5
Topic - Family
Description - Real kids in real life scenarios, magically teaching through a new use of color, the EQ skills of character, confidence, respecting differences, being a friend, being helpful, discovering awe and learning about a belief in self and others.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - This film asks some simple questions that require us to dig deep for answers of emotion and thought. Puts forth good ideals that are connected in our memory with colors and activities. Sweet and peaceful experience. Opens up a new way for children to look at the world around them. Colors are used to signify ideals like "being the best you can be," "be good, be kind and be nice," and "giving food to the hungry." I enjoyed watching children play and share their thoughts. The EQ (emotion quotient) and equating a color with feelings and objects are interesting concepts. Explores the feelings and perceptions of young children. Exhibits stress free times of play and rest and celebrates happy memories of childhood.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - The cartoon segments were a big hit. "All of the little girls and boys were playing nicely and they weren't mad when the girl found them in hide and seek." The children talk a lot about the foods show and wanting to eat them. There was lots of giggling at the fox and the floating frog. Children sang along. The children enjoy thinking about what the colors mean to them; "My brown is my daddy," "My wow is Eloise my cat."
 Runtime: 30 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-5
Suggested Retail Price: $ 17.99
Media: DVD

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RUBY'S STUDIO: THE FEELINGS SHOW

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RUBY'S STUDIO: THE FEELINGS SHOW       Click Title to View High Bandwidth Online Video Trailer This title has online video!
THE MOTHER COMPANY
Series: INDEPENDENT SHORT, AGES 2-5
Topic - Education/Instructional
Description - A stylish DVD to help young children understand and express their feelings. Featuring a lovable live-action host, art projects, animation, puppet shows, and original songs. With the voice of Mel Brooks and "The Happy Song" by Elizabeth Mitchell.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Ruby offers a friendly and encouraging guide into the tumultuous world of feelings, with visuals from a feelings "dial" to artwork made by kids to give external expression to internal feelings. It dignifies children's' emotions, teaches a process to identify them and offers techniques for responding productively. Slow pace, repetitive, some lack of sincerity, but will nonetheless appeal to many children lacking in other sources of essential instruction in the area of recognizing and responding to their feelings.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - "I liked the part where they played hopscotch." "It was a little boring." Some segments held more interest than others and girls seemed to appreciate more than the boys. One child juror said it made her think about when she is mad. "It was fun to watch, everyone was nice to each other."
 Runtime: 45 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-6
Suggested Retail Price: $ 19.99
Media: DVD

THOMAS & FRIENDS: MERRY WINTER WISH.

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THOMAS & FRIENDS: MERRY WINTER WISH.
HIT ENTERTAINMENT - TX
Series: SERIES, AGES 2-5 ANIM
Topic - Education/Instructional
Description - Thomas has a special delivery for the season — the Star of Knapford, a festive light that makes wishes come true! Celebrate the holiday season with Thomas — from building snowmen, preparing holiday surprises, and celebrating a Misty Island Christmas party. The more friends the merrier, so join the fun and see that winter wishes do come true with Thomas & Friends™!
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Sometimes you can make poor choices even when you are just trying to be nice. This is a lesson Thomas learns repeatedly in "Merry Winter Wish." Not to worry, though. He realizes his errors and apologizes for his silliness as his friends scurry to help him. Thomas learns the importance of thinking things through as he delights viewers with entertaining stories. The visuals are very clear, mixing live action and CGI animation. The Christmas music had children singing along. Thomas has delighted viewers for so long that you shouldn't be surprised if older siblings come to watch the DVD along with preschoolers. In our household, when I put on the DVD to review, kids wandered in and by the end of the DVD I had three teens and a tween also glued to the screen, enjoying the stories and remembering how much they loved Thomas when they were young, proving that this is a great DVD for the entire family.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - I love Thomas. Why do their whole faces move? I like this because it teaches that sometimes we should ask for help instead of trying things by yourself. I think my friends would like this because they like movies with lessons. My favorite part was when Thomas was delivering the star, and it got broken. His friends helped him, and they got it to the place where it was supposed to be.
 Runtime: 50 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-5
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.99
Media: DVD
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ANGELINA BALLERINA: THE NUTCRACKER SWEET

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ANGELINA BALLERINA: THE NUTCRACKER SWEET
HIT ENTERTAINMENT - TX
Series: SERIES, AGES 2-5 ANIM
Topic - Education/Instructional
Description - Waltz into a land of sugar and spice with Angelina Ballerina™! Angelina is excited to perform the Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy in the holiday showcase, but her sweet tooth may lead her to trouble. When too many candy canes and Mom's fabulous fruitcake give her a tummy ache, Angelina learns that sharing with friends is a lot more rewarding. Grab a front row seat for these charming new episodes and you'll be dancing on air with musical delight!
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Angelina is in a quandary. She invites two friends to see the Nutcracker, but only has one extra ticket. This DVD not only brings the famous music of the holiday season to the screen in a unique manner, but it shows the importance of selflessness. Kids will most likely love seeing the adorable dancing mouse delight audiences through gentle animation. Parents will most likely appreciate the intergenerational interactions throughout the DVD. The episodes also broaden a viewer's knowledge as they offer information on choreography and instruments as well as interesting trivia. Did you know the largest candy cane was over 58 feet tall? The DVD also defines the importance of admiring others but still being yourself.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - I like this DVD because it shows different dances. It showed folk dancing. I'm not used to that. They are fun to watch because some of the times they are dancing, but sometimes they are just hanging out with their friends and having fun, just like me and my friends. It's fun to watch that. My favorite part was when they fought then became friends again because they worked together in a dance. I think people would like this because they would like to see the dances. It's a good holiday film, but really it's good for any time of year. It did have the Nutcracker, which is Christmas, but the other stuff is anytime.
 Runtime: 61 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-6
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.99
Media: DVD
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DON'T LET THE PIGEON DRIVE THE BUS! … AND OTHER STORIES BY MO WILLEMS

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DON'T LET THE PIGEON DRIVE THE BUS! … AND OTHER STORIES BY MO WILLEMS
WESTON WOODS/SCHOLASTIC
Series: SHORT, AGES 2-5, ANIM
Topic - Education/Instructional
Description - When a bus driver takes a break from his route, a very unlikely volunteer springs up to take his place -- a pigeon! But you've never met one like this before. Narrated by Mo Willems and Jon Scieszka with animation by Pete List. Includes bonus interview with Mo Willems. Also includes Knuffle Bunny: A Cautionary Tale and Leonardo, the Terrible Monster. All animation based on classic books by Mo Willems.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - The story is about a pigeon, but mimics a child having a tantrum over something they can't have. It tells a fun story, holding your attention. Could be a good spring board for discussion on behavior with a child. Encourages children to interact with the DVD, and tell the pigeon that he can't drive the bus. Some viewers might not appreciate the pigeon going off in a truck at the end. Overall a fun story.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Very good. I like how it has the people speaking, like actual people and not just the narrator. I like the pigeon's reactions to all their answers like he has a really mad face as if he was saying "Come on."
 Runtime: 49 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-6
Suggested Retail Price: $ 59.95
Media: DVD
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MS. LITTLEFABLE'S LIVING STORYBOOK: HONORIA AND THE UNICORN

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MS. LITTLEFABLE'S LIVING STORYBOOK: HONORIA AND THE UNICORN
OCOTILLO PICTURES
Series: INDEPENDENT SHORT, AGES 2-5, ANIMATION
Topic - Education/Instructional
Description - Princess Honoria competes with her siblings to win the trust of a wounded Unicorn. She discovers that study and diligence surpass brawn and guile. She is able to entice the timid creature back to the castle and is rewarded for her diligence.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - The iconographic animation is based on some stunningly visual images but some kids, especially older ones, will notice that the figures don't move. This style works best with younger kids. The story has a King, Queen and Unicorn, which are always sure to please the pre-k audience, but with enough depth of story to engage even young elementary-aged kids. The King is planning his retirement and must pick a predecessor. He has three children, and one must bring him the injured Unicorn to care for. One tries to bully the Unicorn, the other to grab him, but Honoria studies her books to learn about Unicorns and brings it home using kindness and understanding. She is rewarded the position of Queen for being kind, caring and intelligent. A great lesson for everyone.
 Runtime: 6 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-5
Suggested Retail Price: $ 0
Media: DVD

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JUNO JR: ONE BUNNY BAND       Click Title to View High Bandwidth Online Video Trailer This title has online video!
JUNO BABY
Series: SHORT AGES 2-5, ANIMATION
Topic - Education/Instructional
Description - Indie gets more than he bargains for when he employs Bunny to be his "One Bunny Band." Together, they learn how to put feeling into their music through such concepts a tempo, dynamics and articulation.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Musical theory is addressed in a simple and understandable manner for young children. Simple instruction of 3/4 time and simple visuals and timing, like the flowers popping up the right timing. Wrapped up all the concepts well at the end. Uses "feelings or actions" to simply explain basic musical theory. Starts off with a simple introduction to music that can be sad or happy and then moved into more advanced areas, like musical terms such as Allegro and Staccato. Nice mixture of puppets and real animals in the introduction. Bright colors and fun characters.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Children sat still and remained interested. Kids were verbal and wiggled, bobbed their heads and danced along. "I want to play the violin!" Kids thought the characters were cute and fun. They wanted to watch it over and over.
 Runtime: 43 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-6
Suggested Retail Price: $ 17.99
Media: DVD

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JUNO JR: THE DAY THE MUSIC STOPPED       Click Title to View High Bandwidth Online Video Trailer This title has online video!
JUNO BABY
Series: SHORT AGES 2-5, ANIMATION
Topic - Education/Instructional
Description - Bunny accidentally presses the big red button on Murphy's Shush Machine, inadvertently silencing the town of Harmonia Springs. Juno realizes that in order to bring life back to the town, she and her friends have to create their own music through melody, harmony, rhythm, and most of all, friendship.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Uses puppets and animation to teach about music basics such as rhythm and melody. Whimsical characters and charming story are well-suited for preschoolers. The characters invite participation by talking directly to viewers and providing scenes with live-action children doing activities, like dancing, that kids can imitate. Enchanting story, offering a rare learning experience.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - "Juno was nice when she didn't press the red button. Bunny was not good when he pressed the red button and the man told her not to." "It was funny when the frogs sing and birds tweet, and when all sang 'tweet tweet'" "I want to ride trains, see frogs at ponds and learn more about everything I saw." Kids lost interest at times, like during long songs and when there was less action. They were engaged most of the time, especially when prompted for participation.
 Runtime: 43 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-5
Suggested Retail Price: $ 17.99
Media: DVD

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THOMAS & FRIENDS: CREAKY CRANKY
LIONSGATE FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT
Series: FEATURE FILM, AGES 2-5, ANIMATED
Topic - Family
Description - In "Creaky Cranky," Cranky is having a bad day. When Thomas teases him about it, Cranky turns on Thomas and says he can't pull heavy loads. This causes Thomas to try to prove himself. The two face off competing over who can move the heaviest loads. In "Tickled Pink" James is getting a new coat of paint. This showed viewers the process involved in painting and engine with the undercoat of paint that protects the metal. James has to go pick up the children with only his pink undercoat on. He's very embarrassed and gets teased by the other engines. After trying to hide, he realizes that he has to face his friends to do his job. In "Steamy Sodor," Thomas is in charge., but he's a bit quick to make decisions without listening to the input of others. When everything turns into disaster as a result, Thomas apologizes and takes action to fix the engines' problems. In "The Early Bird," it's up to Thomas to deliver the mail. He thinks he can do it all on his own, and won't take any tips on how to do it. He inadvertently wakes up all the other engines too early by whistling early in the morning. This made the other engines incapable of doing their work later since they were too tired. Thomas realizes that maybe he should have asked for directions and listened to others.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - In Creaky Cranky, it not only shows how strength lies in doing what is most helpful, but it also shows that when parties compete against each other, they are both responsible for any negative results. Thomas and Cranky demonstrate caring and friendship at the end of the episode when they apologize to each other and go out of their way to help each other. In Tickled Pink, James shows strength of character, and dedication to work. His willingness to look silly, yet still go out because he can't be late for the children, shows viewers that children are very important. James is also rewarded by being a hero to the birthday girl he is picking up, especially because he is pink. Between the episodes, Driver Perkins talks to the children showing how to paint an engine (with sparkle smoke), playing games such as "Pin the Funnel on Percy," and choosing music.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - I love Thomas. There is a party and they are getting ready for it. The DVD had lots of stories that were fun, but they also taught things. On the last one, they taught that you have to be quiet in the morning so you don't wake people up so they don't make silly mistakes. I loved when James gets turned pink. He looks very funny.
 Runtime: 80 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-5
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.98
Media: DVD
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ROSEMARY WELLS COLLECTION, THE: MAX AND RUBY
NEW VIDEO GROUP, INC.
Series: FEATURE FILM, AGES 2-5, ANIMATED
Topic - Family
Description - The two-DVD-collection includes eight stories in English and Spanish. The animations are simple and appealing with simple, bold lines and vibrant colors. This collection of stories captures the innocence of childhood, highlighting rites of passage, holiday celebrations, and mini lessons.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Each story is relatively short, making it perfect for just before bed or a nap. It's also a great set for holidays and special events since it contains Easter stories, Christmas stories, and school stories.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - I liked the pictures. They looked good. I do things like Max like the Easter bunny hunt. Ruby reacted like I would have when he ate the chocolate chicken. She yelled. My friends would like this because it's funny. They like the books, and now the books are on TV. My favorite part was when the person who cared won.
 Runtime: 153 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-5
Suggested Retail Price: $ 19.95
Media: DVD
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POCKET FOR CORDUROY, A… AND MORE STORIES ABOUT FRIENDSHIP - ASL
NEW VIDEO GROUP, INC.
Series: SHORT AGES 2-5, ANIMATION
Topic - Family
Description - Corduroy is left in a laundromat to his owner, Lisa's, great despair. The Hispanic girl is very excited to find him again the next day. She discovers that he wandered off because he was looking for a pocket. She tells him that he just should have asked. She makes him a pocket, and the two are happy together. Also on this DVD are "Blue Burt and Wiggles" and "Big Al."
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - The classic tale comes to the screen once again, only this time it's for a wider audience, which includes hearing-impaired viewers. The story is signed in American Sign Language (ASL) while the narrator reads the words on the screen. Simple illustrations enhance the story, and are never blocked out by the woman and man signing. "Blue Burt and Wiggles" is a delightful tale about two unlikely friends (a bird and worm) who are going to be separated for the winter. Their efforts to keep summer going will keep your little ones laughing. "Big Al" has catchy music and silly illustrations sure to make your children smile. Poor Al is trying to make friends, but the other fist are scared of him. He learns that his size can be a benefit and not a detriment as others learn to appreciate him. Learn about the seasons and life under the sea with this sweet DVD.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - This DVD had good stories. I like how I can see the words. I know some sign language, and I'm learning more. I think my friends would like it because the stories are good. I really liked Corduroy because I have a stuffed bear, too. I think the fishy one is sad, even though it got happy at the end. He had friends.
 Runtime: 36 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-5
Suggested Retail Price: $ 12.95
Media: DVD
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WORDGIRL: EARTH DAY GIRL

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WORDGIRL: EARTH DAY GIRL
SCHOLASTIC ENTERTAINMENT
Series: SHORT AGES 5-8, ANIMATION
Topic - Education/Instructional
Description - WordGirl fights crime and enriches vocabulary as she takes on villains. In "Earth Day Girl," villain Birthday Girl learns the Earth is having a special celebration (on her birthday!) she decides to teach the Earth a lesson. Can WordGirl save the day?
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - This is a good title for children to watch to learn about caring for the earth we live on. WordGirl takes time to explain why we should care about our communities and that it's important the we all take the time to be responsible with recycling our trash. Several large words are explained in a simple and fun way. The characters are likeable and it is funny to several different age levels. Each segment defines two words, repeating them throughout the story and visibly demonstrates them to reinforce their meanings.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - The children seemed engaged. "I like Captain Huggy Face, he was so funny and talked in monkey talk." "I like WordGirl because she is so cool and can defeat super villains." "It made me want to learn how to spell the words." "It made me thin about how everyone has a different point of view. It was funny hearing about how each person told the same story in a different way."
 Runtime: 29 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: -
Suggested Retail Price: $ 0
Media: DVD

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MONKEY MONKEY MUSIC: THE VIDEOS WITH MEREDITH LEVANDE
MONKEY MONKEY MUSIC
Series: INDEPENDENT SHORT, AGES 2-5, ANIMATION & LA
Topic - Music
Description - From jumping high to exploring American cities, each of these music videos has an educational message that engages the imagination and encourages creativity.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - This title is a collection of fun and engaging music videos that children could view one at a time or all together. The songs are attractive for young children and the lead singer is charismatic. Children feel comfortable with Meredith LeVande, as they join her on different adventures exploring the world around them. Visuals are vivid and maintain a brisk pace that will hold interest while communicating the main theme of each song in an age-appropriate manner. Employs a good dose of humor and silliness. DVD offers captions for older children to read along. Songs approach topics such as "opposites," "China Town" and "saying Good Night." Though the style varies a bit in each song, the musical signature is strong throughout. Lead singer, Meredith LeVande, maintains a visual presence during the live-action segments, and as an animated avatar in the cartoon segments.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - The characters "were just having fun and being silly together." Kids ages 2-6 on our jury were all moving their bodies to the music by the end of the DVD. It held all of their interest and immediately motivated several of them to dance along. Even the oldest children, who seemed resistant to watch a "little kid's show," were engaged and wiggling in their seats. The youngest of the kids all jumped up and danced instantly to the music.
 Runtime: 36 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-6
Suggested Retail Price: $ 19.99
Media: DVD

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HIT FAVORITES: MUSIC MUSIC EVERYWHERE
LIONSGATE FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT
Series: SHORT AGES 2-5, ANIMATION
Topic - Family
Description - Learn some basic music concepts and explore some instruments with Barney and the gang. In addition to singing and dancing, kids can learn about pianos in all sorts of sizes and shapes from accordions to playground models. They even get to see how a player piano works.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - If your child is more into building, join Bob the Builder and the building crew as they work together to get an Italian restaurant fixed up and Roley makes a song. In Thomas the Tank Engine, Rusty gets lost, but thanks to his two-toned whistle, the band finds him and they can play music together. How can a dog be musical? Ask Kipper. In this adorable episode, Arnold the pig brings a drum to their picnic, and it's driving everyone bonkers. They try to distract the little pig to no avail. Then he learns to make music with nature. Watch your child's imagination come alive and help them learn about music.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - I loved it. I love all the stories, and I love music. My friends like music, too. This shows how to make instruments like put rocks in a box and shake it. I'm kind of like Rusty. He blew his horn and everyone thought it wasn't good. Sometimes people don't like to hear me, either. I really loved when the gray dog gets stuck and he uses the can he is trying to catch a bug with for a drum to get someone to hear him. I learned some new ways to make instruments and I learned that there are pianos that play music by themselves if they have the right things in them.
 Runtime: 54 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-5
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.98
Media: DVD
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LET'S GROW: SAFETY FIRST
LIONSGATE FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT
Series: FEATURE FILM, AGES 2-5, ANIMATED
Topic - Education/Instructional
Description - Learn all about safety with your favorite preschool television characters. Barney, Thomas, Bob the Builder, Fireman Sam and Kipper teach children about many different areas of safety. During the Barney episode, children get to hear what a smoke detector sounds like, and they learn what it's for. Fire safety is the name of the game as children learn to "stay low and go" when the air is heavy with smoke. Barney and his friends demonstrate what they mean so children know what to do in an emergency situation. During the episodes themselves as well as in the segments in between with Sprout's Sean and Chica, children learn about actions they can take to make their own lives, and the lives of people they love, safer. They learn about buckling their seat belts, wearing sunblock, and crossing the road safely. In Thomas and Friends, children learn how impatience and not listening to directions can turn a situation into a dangerous one. In Bob the builder, children learn that taking ones' time often has safer results then rushing through project. In Fireman Sam, kids learn about water safety and rescue, and in Kipper, they learn about outdoor recreational safety.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Some adult viewers were a bit dismayed to see Barney testing bath water with his hand instead of his elbow, which is much safer. However, most of the information on the DVD is very accurate and can be used at home and in school to teach children about safety habits and the reasons behind safety actions.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - This DVD taught different ways to be safe. I should only walk across the street if a grown-up is there so I can hold their hand. I loved how in Kipper, he let pig use his roller skates. Pig wasn't very good at it. After a while she gets better because they shared the skates and she practiced. I'm not sure if my friends would like this, but it would teach them stuff like you always need to wear a helmet when you are biking, and you need knee pads when you are skating so you don't get scraped up.
 Runtime: 76 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-5
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.98
Media: DVD
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