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102 DALMATIONS

102 DALMATIONS
BUENA VISTA HOME ENTERTAINMENT/DISNEY
Topic - Family
Description - Animated sequel to the popular 101 Dalmatians. Full of fun new characters like Oddball who searches for his rightful spots and Waddlesworth, the delusional macaw who thinks he's a rottweiler.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Well done with enjoyable musical score. Contains suspense, action, romance and humor. "Great resolution to conflict that makes everyone cheer right in their own living-room." Portrays some men as stereotypically foolish.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Loved it and can't wait to see again. "I saw it three times at the theater." "There were some scary parts with scary music." "My favorite part was when the puppies made Cruella into a cake." "I want a dog like Oddball."

KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 24.99
Media: TV

123 IT'S A FRUITY ABC
KNOW KNOWLEDGE LIMITED
Series: INDEPENDENT SHORT, AGES 2-5
Topic - Education/Instructional
Description - Helps to develop early literacy skills with letters, sounds and number concepts. Animated characters made from real pieces of fruit and vegetables provide a fun, multi-sensory experience encouraging healthy eating.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Bright and colorful but a bit one dimensional. Teaches learning letters, sounds, sound blends and words while learning about healthy fruit . Demonstrates positive social behavior modeling. Lots of repetition of letters and sounds, which is how young children learn, but sort of reminds you of flash cards. Excellent production quality.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Mixed reactions. The kids liked the fruit shapes and animals, they also liked all the food items used to demonstrate letters. Held attention of some, others - not so much. "It was okay." "It was too long." One little boy said that he thought his friends would really like the fruit shapes and thought they would like to make some themselves.
Runtime: 40 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-5
Suggested Retail Price: $ 24.99
Media: DVD

This title is available for purchase from KNOW KNOWLEDGE LIMITED

This title is in the KIDS FIRST! Film Festival - it may not be a regular, endorsed title

20,000 LEAGUES UNDER THE SEA
READSPEAK INC.
Topic - Education/Instructional
Description - While setting sail in search or a green-eyed sea monster, 11-year-old Beth, her brother, and a skilled harpoonist become unwilling passengers of a futuristic submarine designed and run by 12-year-old Nemo, an eccentric scientist. Captioned with ReadSpeak.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Excellent presentation in movie quality, story, acting, and setting. Wonderful special effects, especially the ReadSpeak captioning which literally has the words appear as they are spoken. Children are encouraged to read and explore classic literature.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Kids loved it. "It was fun. I related with the actors because they're kids." "It was interesting how no one liked Ned until he found a way to save the others. Then, they all became friends." "I liked that the admiral was a girl."
Runtime: 48 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 6-13
Suggested Retail Price: $ 19.95
Media: VIDEO

3-2-1 PENGUINS! - KENNEL CLUB BLUES

3-2-1 PENGUINS! - KENNEL CLUB BLUES
QUBO
Series: TV SERIES, AGES 5-8
Topic - Education/Instructional
Description - 3-2-1 Penguins! tells the story of two young kids (Jason and Michelle) and four out-of-this-world penguins as they explore the galaxy -- and learn important lessons and values along the way. In this episode, the Penguins are called upon to help find the lost pet of the emperor of the Planet Kennel.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - 3-2-1 Penguins! is a series of Christian animated shows kids ages 4-8. Produced by Big Idea Productions, the makers of VeggieTales, it teaches practical life lessons inspired by the Bible, generally applying a verse from the book of Proverbs to a realistic situation children face. The stories center on the exploits of Jason and Michelle, twin children who are staying with their eccentric grandmother for the summer. At her cottage, they discover a toy spaceship and four penguin figures. The penguins (named Zidgel, Midgel, Fidgel and Kevin) take the twins on trips around the universe, "inadvertently" teaching them valuable life lessons along the way. The series began to air in the qubo children's television block on NBC, Telemundo, and ION. In March 2007, Entertainment Rights, the new owner of Big Idea Inc., announced production on 20 new half-hour episodes of the series. The new episodes began airing on qubo and NBC in 2007.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say -
Runtime: 30 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 4-8
Suggested Retail Price: $ 0
Media: DVD

This title is available for purchase from QUBO

A BAILAR LET'S DANCE! - SPANISH LEARNING SONGS CANCIONES INFANTILES

A BAILAR LET'S DANCE! - SPANISH LEARNING SONGS CANCIONES INFANTILES
WHISTLEFRITZ LLC
Series: AUDIO CD, AGES 2-5
Topic - Music
Description - Songs that introduce kids to the Spanish words for numbers, letters, colors, body parts, directions and more. Authentic, upbeat, Latin rhythms include salsa, merengue, rumba, ranchera, corrida and rock n roll.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - This is a superb CD of children's songs - all in Spanish. The packaging is somewhat misleading because it touts the idea that it is "teaching" Spanish. This isn't really the case since there is no element here to attempts a language learning lesson. On the other hand, the music is pleasant and many of the tunes are ones that kids are familiar with such as Head and Shoulders; Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star and The Alphabet Song. For a Spanish speaking family, this is perfect but, if you're trying to learn Spanish, don't expect this to do that.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Kids immediately started moving to the beat of the first song and were quite interested in the music for the first four songs. After that, it was difficult to hold their interest as they didn't understand what the songs were about. Even when coached by an adult to listen to the Spanish words of familiar tunes, they lost interest.
Runtime: 38 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-5
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.99
Media: AUDIO

A TO Z SYMPHONY, THE

A TO Z SYMPHONY, THE
CLASSICAL FUN MUSIC, INC.
Topic - Music
Description - Twenty six independent, one-minute videos set to the melodies of some of histories greatest composers. Each letter's vignette is preceded by an introduction of the title and composer, so they become memorized naturally by young minds.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Excellent. Can't-miss classical music in a kid-friendly format. Extremely high quality sound. One-minute tracks good for short attention spans. Images are not the usual kiddy alphabet stuff. Intriguing material for those just learning the alphabet.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Loved it. Repeated letters and associated words out loud, labeled foods (Boo! Mushrooms!) giggled (The arrow and the apple are funny!) and asked lots of questions. "How does the yo-yo work?" "What are Stonehenge and the Olympics?" "Is this all true?"
Runtime: 32 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 0-5
Suggested Retail Price: $ 19.95
Media: DVD ISBN # 0975992708

ABRAHAM LINCOLN

ABRAHAM LINCOLN

This title has online video!
NEST FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT
Series: ANIMATED HERO CLASSICS
Topic - Family
Description - With his will and uncompromising stand on critical issues, Abraham Lincoln - a gangly country lawyer from Illinois with no political experience at the national level - not only saved the nation, but carved out an immortal place in world history.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Well done. One juror commented, "The animation was surprisingly appealing to me." A good biography on Lincoln covering a long time span. Familiarizes the viewer with historical figures of the times. Weaves the details of Lincoln's personal life with his public life, making him very human and real. Addresses Lincoln's respect for African Americans and his commitment to freeing them. Good supplement to history about Lincoln and the Civil War.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - The children clearly connected to the story and asked questions about what they saw. One adult commented, "Learning was happening in front of my eyes. Kids asked about Lincoln's death, his speech, the Civil War, and slavery." Kids commented: "I learned how Lincoln was elected for president two times, that one of his kids died, and that he died." "There were too many war scenes. When I watch too much war it hurts my eyes." "It shows how much the people loved Lincoln."
Runtime: 30 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 7-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 34.95
Media: DVD

This title is available for purchase from NEST FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT

ADAM AVENGER

ADAM AVENGER
CANADIAN FILM CENTRE
Series: SHORT, AGES 5-12
Topic - Family
Description - Ten-year-old Adam imagines he's a superhero. He pretends to be in danger to prove his father is neglectful to his mother whom he adores. His plan goes awry when real danger comes and Adam learns that real life isn't how he imagined; he finally sees his mom and dad for who they really are.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Good storyline, well acted, good message. The young boy holds onto a fantasy idea about his superhero powers that don't hold up when push comes to shove. On top of that, the Mom he idolizes isn't quite what he remembers or wants her to be. Sweet bonding between the Dad and the boy. Good use of animation with the live action.
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Runtime: 15 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 0
Media: DVD

ADINA'S DECK: THE CASE OF THE ONLINE CRUSH

ADINA'S DECK: THE CASE OF THE ONLINE CRUSH
DMH PRODUCTIONS
Series: INDEPENDENT SHORT, AGES 12-18
Topic - Family
Description - Michael, a concerned 8th grader, approaches the Club with a difficult problem. His friend Ally has been talking to a guy online for over two months - a guy she sees as perfect - but Michael can see that he is 20! Adina's Deck takes the case to track down Ally's mysterious boyfriend and uncover his true identity. After using technology and their detective sleuth skills, the club learns that young online relationships aren't as romantic as they might seem. Includes an interview with Larry Magid, Internet Safety Expert.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Well produced, great topic. Kids can readily identify with the situation of communicating with people online and, though most are attuned to the concerns about safety in their online "friendships" this film points out how easy it is for an online "friend" to misrepresent who they really are. The girls' detective skills add another dimension to this film and make it fun and interesting. Well produced with good camera work, clear audio, good background music and good continuity. The script is well developed and engaging.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say -
Runtime: 25 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 8-18
Suggested Retail Price: $ 0
Media: DVD

ADINA'S DECK: THE CASE OF THE PLAGIARIZED PAPER

ADINA'S DECK: THE CASE OF THE PLAGIARIZED PAPER
DMH PRODUCTIONS
Series: INDEPENDENT SHORT, AGES 12-18
Topic - Family
Description - Eighth-grader Dave needs help from the Adina's Deck Club! Someone has plagiarized his paper and now Dave is going to boarding school unless the club can save him.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Love this series. Very well done and age appropriate.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say -
Runtime: 27 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 8-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 0
Media: DVD

ADINA'S DECK

ADINA'S DECK

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DMH PRODUCTIONS
Series: INDEPENDENT SHORT, AGES 8-12
Topic - Family
Description - Three tech-savvy 8th-grade girls try to help their friend who's been cyber bullied. When popular girl, Skye receives threatening emails, text messages and voice-mails, her best friend Melody asks classmate Adina for help. When Adina says yes, her best friend Clara is confused. Skye is stuck up and has never been nice to them in the past. So why is Adina helping her? While solving the mystery, the girls learn about more than just the bully's identity - they learn about friendship and growing up in the digital age.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Sensitive handling of a difficult subject but one of importance currently - misuse of email among kids. Relatively engaging production work.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say -
Runtime: 27 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 8-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 0
Media: DVD

ADVENTURE TIME!

ADVENTURE TIME!
FREDERATOR STUDIOS
Series: INDEPENDENT SHORT, AGES 8-12
Topic - Family
Description - A young boy named Pen, and his dog Jake, wander the world searching for...ADVENTURE! Today, they battle an Ice King and save Princess Bubblegum.
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Runtime: 7 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 8-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 0
Media: DVD

ADVENTUREPATROL: SNOW DAZE

ADVENTUREPATROL: SNOW DAZE
BIG BRIGHT WORLD, INC.
Series: INDEPENDENT SHORT, AGES 5-12
Topic - Family
Description - From extreme snowboarding and skiing to igloo and quinzie construction, takes kids into the Absorka Mountains of Wyoming on a big-powder adventure. Series' host, Zeke teaches kids that learning is big fun.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Well done. Good pace. Lots of acton that kids will appreciate. Lots of safety issues asserssed. Instead of being a how to guide, this gives examples. Excellent motivation for participating in winter sports. Encourages self esteem and self motivation. Very intriguing.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Very enjoyable. "It teaches how to survive in the cold, has good action and made us laugh." Emphasizes safety and encourages kids to "do their best and feel good about it." Favorite part: building an igloo, cross-country skiing and the silly Olympics. "The mountain is cool." "My friends would love the snowboarding part."
Runtime: 35 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.98
Media: DVD

ADVENTUREPATROL: TOTALLY ROCKS

ADVENTUREPATROL: TOTALLY ROCKS
BIG BRIGHT WORLD, INC.
Series: ADVENTUREPATROL
Topic - Family
Description - A wild, weekend long adventure in the red rock mountains of Utah. Zeke, the host, invites kids to accompany him as he learns how to mountain bike, rock climb, and watches pros at these extreme sports while exploring Native American art and dance.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Offers information about rock climbing and camping, Native Americans, hygiene, and respect for nature. Scenery is incredible and the music rocks. The traditional Native American dress is stunning. There is something for everyone, from outdoor stills to rock art. The mountain biking parts are awesome. The only down side are scenes of playing hide and seek in holes and crevices which are potentially dangerous. It does stress safety and using proper equipment at all times.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Loved it. "I like the bikes and seeing what you can do with rocks." "It's funny. You can learn a lot about biking and rocks." "It's about rocks and Native Americans and hide and seek in the wilderness." They loved the Native American drummers and dancers and the historical information. "It has a lot of stuff I've never really seen close up before."
Runtime: 35 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.98
Media: DVD

ADVENTURES IN OZ WITH CHERYL

ADVENTURES IN OZ WITH CHERYL
OZSOME ENTERPRISES
Series: ADVENTURES IN OZ WITH CHERYL
Topic - Education/Instructional
Description - Includes: The Emerald City, Munchkinland, and Yellow Brick Road. Dorothy - played by former American Gladiator Cheryl Silch - and her friends finally meet the Great Oz, only to find that he is couch potato. When they find the (N)Ice Witch, Dorothy uses fitness and exercise to reverse the spell over the Land of Oz.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Fast-paced and bright. Cheerful music and eye-popping graphics. Exercises are more advanced than in parts one and two in the series; story more complex. Emphasizes teamwork and self-improvement.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Sang, exercised and listened. Younger kids were frustrated by advanced exercises; those familiar with Oz were disappointed that the story varied from the original. "The exercises are good." "We learned not to have tantrums." "I set goals for myself, too."
Runtime: 46 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 7-10
Suggested Retail Price: $ 29.95
Media: DVD ISBN # 0-971682577

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ADVENTURES OF BRER RABBIT, THE

ADVENTURES OF BRER RABBIT, THE
UNIVERSAL STUDIOS HOME VIDEO
Topic - Education/Instructional
Description - A hip-hopping good time with exciting stories and fantastic original songs. Mischievous and clever Brer Rabbit, tries to outwit Brer Fox and Brer Bear while having more fun than anyone else in the woods. Features the voice talents of Danny Glover, Nick Cannon, D.L. Hughley, Wanda Sykes and Wayne Brady.
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Runtime: 72 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 4-8
Suggested Retail Price: $ 0
Media: DVD ISBN # 7/15/2006
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ADVENTURES OF CLAY GUY, THE

ADVENTURES OF CLAY GUY, THE

This title has online video!
CELLAR AT PERRYSBURG HIGH SCHOOL, THE
Series: STUDENT PRODUCTION, HIGH SCHOOL
Topic - Education/Instructional
Description - Clay Guy is minding his own business, but inevitably encounters hazards and obstacles, due to his own comical lack of awareness.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Interesting, funny at times. Claymation, student title.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say -
Runtime: 5 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 0
Media: DVD ISBN # 7/15/2007

ADVENTURES OF COOKIEHOOD, THE
SESAME WORKSHOP
Series: SESAME STREET
Topic - Education/Instructional
Description - Cookie Monster is in search of cookies, but every time he comes upon them he is told he cannot have any. Cookie Monster fights his instincts and refrains from eating the cookies. But someone steals the cookies and Cookie Monster is blamed.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Classic Sesame Street programming. Characters deal with emotionally charged themes kids relate to: lies, honesty, sharing. Educational, challenging and entertaining. Strong diversity. "There are good reasons why Sesame Street has been around for years."
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Found it engaging. Maintained a high focus for periods of time if not for the entire hour. Danced and interacted, talking to characters as though they are real. Were very interested in kids bathing outside in buckets. "I want to bake cookies with Mom."
Runtime: 58: minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-5
Suggested Retail Price: $ 19.99
Media: VIDEO

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ADVENTURES OF DAVE AND AUGIE: BEN FRANKLIN

ADVENTURES OF DAVE AND AUGIE: BEN FRANKLIN
FREGGIE PRODUCTIONS
Series: INDEPENDENT SHORT, AGES 5-8
Topic - Education/Instructional
Description - Join Dave, Augie and Mary Ann as they travel to Philadelphia, the hometown of Benjamin Franklin, and the birthplace of the United States. It's here that they learn about the life of Ben and his involvement with the signing of the Declaration of Independence.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Informational yet fun. Well produced. Various mediums - puppets, live action, historical sites, graphics - explore various facets of Franklin's life while holding kids' attention. A game show reinforces the lessons just presented. The "Wheel of Junk" is very funny. Loaded with historical facts that most people don't know about Franklin.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Kids liked it, learned a lot. "They were glued to the TV the entire time and danced along to the song at the end. They liked Franklin's quote: When you're good to others, you're best to yourself.
Runtime: 30 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-10
Suggested Retail Price: $ 19
Media: DVD

ADVENTURES OF DAVE AND AUGIE: STATUE OF LIBERTY/ELLIS ISLAND, THE

ADVENTURES OF DAVE AND AUGIE: STATUE OF LIBERTY/ELLIS ISLAND, THE
FREGGIE PRODUCTIONS
Series: INDEPENDENT SHORT, AGES 5-12
Topic - Education/Instructional
Description - Dave and Augie are two puppets who travel to different historic sites and discover the significance it has on the history of the United States. This episode features the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island and contains two history segments, two game show segments and a music video.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - This is a great series and this episode is up to par with the others. A combination of live action, puppets, animation, and still images are blended seamlessly to make history and information compelling for kids and adults. It is filled to the brim with information delivered in a fast-paced style that holds your attention. Love this series.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Very enjoyable. Even kids who thought it would not be interesting enjoyed it. "It was funny and we learned something too." "Its fun to watch." "We loved the Muppets and Morgan, the inquisitive girl who is like us. " "It was good, not perfect. I would have liked more video and less still pictures." Kids liked the game show.
Runtime: 22 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 19.95
Media: DVD

ADVENTURES OF ELMO IN GROUCHLAND, THE

ADVENTURES OF ELMO IN GROUCHLAND, THE
SONY PICTURES HOME ENTERTAINMENT
Topic - Family
Description - Elmo loves his blanket more than anything in the world. When a tug-of-war with Zoe sends his blanket into a far-away land, Elmo summons all of his courage to undertake a rescue mission and is plunged into Grouchland.
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.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Kids relate to Elmo. "He is so cute. I was sad when the mean man took his blankie." "Huxley is a bad guy with no manners." "The fireflies helped Elmo in the dark." "I liked the song with the Grouches, 'Welcome to Grouchland, Now Scram.'"
Runtime: 73 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-5
Suggested Retail Price: $ 24.95
Media: DVD ISBN # 76783927-7

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ADVENTURES OF FLOWER THE ARSON DOG
KHK FILMS, INC.
Series: ANIMAL BOOTCAMP
Topic - Family
Description - Takes children behind the scenes to show how animals are trained and used for different vocations here and abroad. Flower assists fire fighters in the search for gas leaks and other fire hazards.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Excellent. Offers a fascinating look at the world of a working dog. Explains arson without the scare factor. Best viewed with an adult. Emphasizes respectful interaction with animals.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Enthusiastic. Generated discussion about the topics presented. "All the dog training was so great. I didn't know that dogs could be so smart." "It was very cool to see how Flower learned to do her job."
Runtime: 43 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-8
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.95
Media: VIDEO

ADVENTURES OF MEGABYTE MAN, THE

ADVENTURES OF MEGABYTE MAN, THE

This title has online video!
PILLAR ENTERTAINMENT
Series: INDEPENDENT SHORT, AGES 5-8
Topic - Family
Description - With the power to fly through the World Wide Web, Megabyte Man begins the fight for justice against his arch nemesis: The Virus. Bent on world domination, Virus will stop at nothing until the Earth lies in his evil clutches. It's time to 'Plug In, and Power Up' to The Adventures of Megabyte Man!
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Goofy mock sci-fi indie title. Imaginative use of technology and the Internet. There is a Christian message that sneaks in at the end which seems very out of context. Great use of animation and live action. Sure to become a cult classic!
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say -
Runtime: 57 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-8
Suggested Retail Price: $ 0
Media: DVD

ADVENTURES OF OCIEE NASH, THE

ADVENTURES OF OCIEE NASH, THE
CINEVITA PRODUCTIONS
Series: INDEPENDENT FEATURE, AGES 5-8
Topic - Family
Description - For spirited nine-year-old Ociee Nash, nothing could be more exciting than romping through her beloved Mississippi countryside with her brother Ben and her faithful four-legged companion, "Woofer." However, Ociee's idyllic life is thrown into a tailspin when her Papa decides that since the death of Ociee's mother and Ociee's run-in with a mysterious Gypsy, the rough and tumble world of their rural farm is not the place for Ociee to grow up. Papa decides to send Ociee to Ashville, N.C. where her Aunt Mamie can teach her to become "a young lady." Sadly, Ociee boards the train to Asheville. Once on her way, Ociee meets an array of interesting characters, including the President of the United States, William McKinley. Ociee and Aunt Mamie quickly find there are two sides to every story. Trading in dungarees for dresses, Ociee tries her best to adjust, but is compelled to hold onto her spirited heart. Ociee befriends the proper young Elizabeth Murphy, but a trip to the creek and a meeting with young Harry Vanderbilt and the creek boys, finds Ociee and Elizabeth in over their heads. Aunt Mamie is more determined than ever that Ociee now conform to her strict standards. However, Aunt Mamie's soft heart is revealed when Ociee invites her childhood friend, Mr. Lynch, over for Sunday dinner. Ociee's true bravery, character and spirit come to the forefront when a fire at the Murphy house threatens the life of young Elizabeth Murphy. A triumphant "Ociee Nash Day" celebration ensues to everyone's delight. Starring Keith Carradine, Skyler Day and Marie Winningham.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - This is a period piece that reflects on the attitudes of the era. Ocie is definitely not the "normal" little girl from the late 1800s and for that, this story is a bit of a stretch. However, for girls of contemporary times, her story is believable and entertaining following her trevails to becoming what was accepted as a "lady."
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Wonderful story - liked how she met famous people like Nellie Bly and the Wright Brothers. Wholesome family entertainment, strong female lead. Kids enjoyed the part when she saves the little girl from a burning horse. They noticed that Ociee had good manners
Runtime: 98 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-8
Suggested Retail Price: $ 0
Media: DVD

ADVENTURES OF PINOCCHIO

ADVENTURES OF PINOCCHIO
WARNER HOME VIDEO
Topic - Family
Description - Carved with care from the single branch of an oak tree, Pinocchio is brought to life by the magic of the Oak Fairy. The wooden boy takes off on a great adventure, traveling from the bottom of the ocean to the top of mountains. Starring Martin Landau.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - An entertaining story that captures children's attention. Teaches lessons about honesty, truthfulness, and kindness. Offers concepts about dignity and humanity. Jurors disliked that Pinocchio is shot in order to come back to life as a boy.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Kids enjoyed the adventures and the characters. They noticed that the words do not match the characters' mouths. Most asked to see it again. "We learned that you can learn from your mistakes." They loved how Pinocchio could help everyone.
Runtime: 90 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 4-8
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.98
Media: Video and DVD ISBN # 0-7907-7476-3
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ADVENTURES OF RATMAN, THE

ADVENTURES OF RATMAN, THE

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MATT HOTSON
Series: STUDENT PRODUCTION, COLLEGE
Topic - Family
Description - Tod Watson is a 12-year-old comic book-reading geek who is chased from school every day by the local bullies. Today however, his pretty reading buddy, Ellen sees Tod hiding from the bullies which leads Tod to answer an ad promising that he can become a hero. Tod's adventures as Ratman begin, armed with super strength, super hearing, a super squeak and a super stink. Ratman saves Matty, gets revenge on the bullies but he soon learns that the life of a super hero may be too much for a 12-year-old.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Fun concept and pretty well executed for a student production. Poor audio at times but for the most part, it's listenable.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say -
Runtime: 13 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 8-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 0
Media: DVD

ADVENTURES OF RENNY THE FOX

ADVENTURES OF RENNY THE FOX
PEACE ARCH HOME ENTERTAINMENT
Series: FEATURE FILM, AGES 5-8
Topic - Family
Description - Based on a fable, Renny is a sly fox who can always talk his way out of sticky situations. A hilarious, yet moving adventure of Renny, an outlaw constantly at odds with the laws of society. In his quest for an elusive treasure, Renny has amply opportunity to demonstrate how a quick mind can triumph over brute strength, despite the incompetence of his motley gang of associates. Received Audience Award for Best Animated Film at Sprockets Toronto International Film Festival, 2006.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Entertaining. Good topic, well presented. Good animation. Renny is framed for something that he didn't do and sets out to prove he has been wronged. Renny is very good at talking his way out of a problem. Perhaps he tells so many stories that no one believes him any more. Renny redeems himself at the end by saving the King and exposing the crooks.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Enjoyed it. They liked that animation and the storyline. "Renny would do things and then have to talk his way out. I understood some of it and other parts I missed." The pictures and the animation were very creative. The sound effects made it more interesting. "It was hard to keep my eyes focused on everything that was going on."
Runtime: 90 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-8
Suggested Retail Price: $ 0
Media: DVD

ADVENTURES OF TEDDY P. BRAINS, THE

ADVENTURES OF TEDDY P. BRAINS, THE

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FOURTH AND ONE PRODUCTIONS INC.
Series: INDEPENDENT SHORT, AGES 5-8
Topic - Education/Instructional
Description - When six-year old Teddy waves a magical diploma, a spaceship appears enabling him, his cousin Tempest and his dog D'Artagnan to travel in time and through space to save the rain forest.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Presentation is just right for the targeted age group. Interesting, educational and includes good questions related to the content. Teddy has great adventures and the program is quite educational. The pace changes continually throughout the presentation making it fun and engaging. Good storyline. Production slightly amateurish. Teddy and Tempest act like typical 6-year-olds. "I loved the brain workout at the end with the other questions about the content." The animation of the animals is also well done. "I would like to see the mouths of the characters match their words." It celebrates diversity, culture, intelligence, movement and environmental consciousness. Kids will relate to the idea of traveling in a spaceship, going on a journey and exploring other "worlds." There are some scenes that might be too scary for younger kids.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Enjoyed it. "I liked watching it because it is funny. I also learned about the rain forest." "It reminds me of Dora the Explorer." "It was like watching cartoons - fun." "Teddy has to find out about some beans and how to use them to make the world a better place - that's cool." "The rain forest looks real, and so do the animals there." "Good sounds." They enjoyed the educational aspect of the show. "I learned that we should all help to keep the rain forests."
Runtime: 60 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-8
Suggested Retail Price: $ 19.95
Media: DVD

ADVENTURES OF TEDDY RUXPIN, THE JOURNEY BEGINS

ADVENTURES OF TEDDY RUXPIN, THE JOURNEY BEGINS
FIRST NATIONAL PICTURES
Series: ADVENTURES OF TEDDY RUXPIN, THE
Topic - Education/Instructional
Description - A whole new generation can experience the magical stories that teach values like courage, friendship, positive attitude and determination. Featuring five original episodes from the hit children's television series.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Crisp, clear, and colorful with simple scenes. Good music with short songs, spaced well. The storyline is easy to follow and written at the appropriate age level with silly characters and interesting creatures like the sprite and mud creatures. Some unkind words are said such as "doddering old man" and "imbecile." To catch the entire story, you need to watch more than one episode.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Kids enjoyed this, especially the six-year-olds.
Runtime: 120 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-8
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.98
Media: DVD ISBN # 4/3/2006

ADVENTURES OF THE YOUNG WORLD TRAVELERS PRESENTS: IT'S ALL GREEK TO ME

ADVENTURES OF THE YOUNG WORLD TRAVELERS PRESENTS: IT'S ALL GREEK TO ME
THE YOUNG WORLD TRAVELERS COMPANY, LLC
Series: SCREENPLAY FOR AGES 5-8
Topic - Education/Instructional
Description - A Greek-American family, living here in the states, visits their grandparents in Greece. Join them on an educational and exciting journey through beautiful Greece.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - An exemplary model of melding educational programming within positive relationships between generations. Some unnecessary stereotyping and lack of believability, but overall engaging and imaginative. Explores the rich cultural history of the American people. Very unique presentation as the characters "morph" from live action into animated characters. Offers positive examples for communicating and interacting with siblings, parents and grandparents.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say -

KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-8
Suggested Retail Price: $ 0
Media: Screenplay

ADVENTURES OF WALKER AND PING PING: THE CHINESE MARKET (LEARN CHINESE)

ADVENTURES OF WALKER AND PING PING: THE CHINESE MARKET (LEARN CHINESE)
LITTLE EMPEROR LLC
Series: SHORT, AGES 2-5
Topic - Education/Instructional
Description - A quick shake of the joss sticks and our heroes Walker and Ping Ping are off on their adventures through China. In this episode, our favorite group of explorers heads to the busy alleyways of a Chinese street market.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Wonderful show that explores Chinese culture and language. The premise of the show, of an American boy moving to China and learning about his new home, provides the perfect opportunity for his exploration. Brilliantly colored, 2D animation. Very engaging. The animation is well done with truly spectacular use of light. The score is wonderful. It is hip with a classic Chinese sensibility to it and the theme song as well as other songs are catchy and well produced. This offers a great way to learn some vocabulary in Mandarin Chinese. The story is fun and the animation beautiful. The key character, Walker provides a good guide for exploring Chinese language and lifestyle. The structure is somewhat like a Chinese version of the best-selling series, Dora the Explorer. The storyline is simple enough for young children to follow and well paced. Excellent production quality. Their website offers additional information and insight.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Outstanding! Kids loved it. They loved learning how to make Chinese food and about Chinese culture, art and language. (They learned how to say "nee hau.") Many repeated the Chinese words throughout the show. They really enjoyed the music and danced around to the song that came on in the middle of the program. They understood that they were learning about things in the Chinese market. The colors and sound were well appreciated, as was the music. One boy had been to the Chinese market and knew how to use chopsticks. Two tried to copy the calligraphy afterwards.
Runtime: 24 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 3-8
Suggested Retail Price: $ 11.99
Media: DVD

This title is available for purchase from LITTLE EMPEROR LLC

ADVENTURES OF WALKER AND PING PING: THE GREAT WALL (LEARN CHINESE)

ADVENTURES OF WALKER AND PING PING: THE GREAT WALL (LEARN CHINESE)
LITTLE EMPEROR LLC
Series: SHORT, AGES 2-5
Topic - Education/Instructional
Description - A quick shake of the joss sticks and our heroes Walker and Ping Ping are off on their adventures through China. In this debut episode, our favorite group of explorers tours the Great Wall of China, from the Gobi Desert to the Bohai Sea.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Wonderful animated exploration of Chinese culture and language, explored through the eyes of an American boy, Walker who has moved to China and is learning about his new surroundings. Brilliantly colored, 2D animation. Very engaging, adorable characters, great animation, excellent musical score. Walker and his dog meet a young girl, Ping Pink who becomes his guide for exploring China and its language. It follows a simple storyline that provides a little adventure young children can relate to. Ping Ping's Grandpa takes the children to the Great Wall of China where they learn about its history. The characters are very respectful and the scenes are very interesting. Very good production quality. Introducing children to a new culture is always a good idea. Since the Beijing Olympics have put China at the top of today's news stories, kids' curiosity is peeked about this country on the other side of the world. What a great opportunity to turn that interest into a lesson that will serve kids well. Learning about China and its culture is a very timely thing. For additional information, visit their website: http://www.walkerandpingping.com
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Outstanding. Girls enjoyed it better than boys. They loved learning the Chinese words and seeing the images from China. "Yes, we learned to speak Chinese and we practiced new words." They liked Ping Ping, her grandpa and Walker's dog. They also liked the idea of going off on an adventure, and learning about the Great Wall of China.
Runtime: 25 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 3-9
Suggested Retail Price: $ 11.99
Media: DVD

This title is available for purchase from LITTLE EMPEROR LLC

ADVENTURES OF WILDFIRE: HOW WILDFIRE GOT HIS MUSIC BOX & LEARNED TO FLY,THE

ADVENTURES OF WILDFIRE: HOW WILDFIRE GOT HIS MUSIC BOX & LEARNED TO FLY,THE
Scottish Winters Productions, Inc.
Topic - Fairy Tales, Literature & Myth
Description - Two separate adventures narrated by the character Rhea about one of her favorite stuffed animals. Each story follows the tiger on his early journeys to discover what makes him special.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Simple production, narrated by a child. Both stories are typical with magical creatures, animals a semi-scary monster and a hero. Friendship and kindness are emphasized. No animation and little excitement. "Tape is too short (17 min.) for the price."
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Some enjoyed it, others wandered. "Wildfire found mysterious things. She told her daddy the tiger got rocks for the king." "The monster was mean; the king was nice; they used good manners."
Runtime: 17 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 3-5
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.95
Media: VIDEO ISBN # 0970328745

ADVENTURES OF ZIMMO - BOATS

ADVENTURES OF ZIMMO - BOATS
C J AND ME
Series: ADVENTURES OF ZIMMO
Topic - Family
Description - Join Zimmo from the planet Zorion as he shares fun and interesting facts about boats and sailing ships. Climb aboard the deck of the Star of India, the world's oldest sailing ship. Raise the sails, learn about pirates and mermaids and lots more.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Fun, informative and educational. Effective learning approach uses cute alien puppet to take kids on board different kinds of boats. Zimmo is experiencing boats for the first time like most of the viewers will be. Clear language, never condescending.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Sat still and watched it entirely. Equally liked by boys and girls. "Can we watch it again now?" "Whoa! That's a big engine!" "Look! A doctor ship!" "The people are nice, they gave Zimmo a life jacket." "I like Zimmo because he doesn't have a nose."
Runtime: 30 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 3-8
Suggested Retail Price: $ 9.95
Media: VIDEO ISBN # 1585656526

ADVENTURES OF ZIMMO - EMERGENCY VEHICLES

ADVENTURES OF ZIMMO - EMERGENCY VEHICLES
C J AND ME
Series: ADVENTURES OF ZIMMO
Topic - Family
Description - Join Zimmo from the planet Zorion as he shares fun and interesting facts about emergency vehicles. Tour a fire station and see where firefighters eat, live and sleep. Learn about the gear firefighters wear, how a fire truck works and lots more.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Topic of high interest - educational for adults as well as children. Zimmo, the puppet alien, visits actual sites and interviews real emergency - trained technicians. Good role models, including female firefighters. Teaches kids valuable life skills.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Wanted to practice fire drills and visit a fire station immediately. Asked lots of questions about the ski patrol and police horse. "Action! Sirens! I like fire trucks!" "I liked Sparky the Big Dog." "It was cool."
Runtime: 30 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 3-8
Suggested Retail Price: $ 9.95
Media: VIDEO

ADVENTURES OF ZIMMO - FLYING MACHINES

ADVENTURES OF ZIMMO - FLYING MACHINES
C J AND ME
Series: ADVENTURES OF ZIMMO
Topic - Family
Description - In this episode, Zimmo, visiting Earth from planet Zorion, discovers facts about air travel -- from hot air balloons to airplanes to space exploration. Features the Blue Angels and shows weightlessness in space.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Casual and fun way to learn about all kinds of aircraft. Good production quality; lots of vocabulary; facts and entertainment are well blended. Actual footage makes viewers feel like they are there. Good pace, not too fast, not too long.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Great! Laughed at Zimmo and his flying machine, wanted to play pretend airport as soon as the tape was over. "That movie showed us neat planes and stuff." "The astronauts were cool." "Everyone smiled at each other." "Zimmo learns about everything."
Runtime: 30 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 3-8
Suggested Retail Price: $ 9.95
Media: VIDEO ISBN # 1-585-65-648-8

ADVENTURES OF ZIMMO - TRAINS

ADVENTURES OF ZIMMO - TRAINS
C J AND ME
Series: ADVENTURES OF ZIMMO
Topic - Family
Description - Join Zimmo from the planet Zorion and learn about trains, their history and use of the railroad. Visit a train station and ride the Rocky Mountains in a ski train. Just about everything we eat, wear and use is brought to us by train.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Inviting presentation. Using puppet alien Zimmo is a good way of getting kids' attention, as he is very much like them. Good safety tips, lots of information, plenty of new vocabulary. "Zimmo's pleasure in riding trains excites the kids to learn more."
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Really enjoyed it. Made them want to ride a real train. Especially liked Zimmo and wanted to know more about him and his world. "Everyone was nice to Zimmo even though he is different." "People worked together to fix trains." "I have trains like these."
Runtime: 30 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 3-8
Suggested Retail Price: $ 9.95
Media: VIDEO ISBN # 1585656504

ADVENTURES OF ZIMMO - TRUCKS

ADVENTURES OF ZIMMO - TRUCKS
C J AND ME
Series: ADVENTURES OF ZIMMO
Topic - Family
Description - Join Zimmo from the planet Zorion as he reveals the wonders of trucking. Visit a busy truck stop, eat with the truckers and travel down the highway in an 18-wheeler. Trucks make the world go round!
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Positive, friendly and enjoyable. A lot of information, new words and neat live footage. Zimmo is curious about trucks and shares what he learns. Doesn't talk down to kids. "If you have a child who's crazy about trucks, this is the video for you."
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Really liked Zimmo and how he got to ride on a truck. Enjoyed the sequence that showed breadmaking. "Zimmo is cool." "The humans were all nice and showed Zimmo everything." "I liked the operations trucking and house building."
Runtime: 30 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 3-8
Suggested Retail Price: $ 9.95
Media: VIDEO ISBN # 1585656496

ADVENTURES WITH WINK & BLINK: DAY IN THE LIFE OF A FIREFIGHTER, A

ADVENTURES WITH WINK & BLINK: DAY IN THE LIFE OF A FIREFIGHTER, A
LAUREL HILL ENTERTAINMENT
Series: ADVENTURES WITH WINK AND BLINK
Topic - Education/Instructional
Description - Join Wink and Blink as they explore the fire department to figure out their pal Magic Door's favorite fire safety lesson. Packed with elarning, laughs and fun, emphasizes essential fire safety lessons that kids can really use.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Lovely presentation about safety. Kids should be able to understand and relate to the characters. Well done. Bright, colorful. Cute characters. Fast past, perfect for holding kids' interest. Very engaging.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Liked it a lot. "It was funny." "The characters all helped one another." "My friends would like it because of the humor." "We learned how to be safe in a fire." This is a funny DVD. The kids were actively involved, talking back to the characters and answering questions.
Runtime: 35 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 3-6
Suggested Retail Price: $ 9.98
Media: DVD ISBN # 0-9753885-5-X
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ADVENTURES WITH WINK AND BLINK: DAY IN THE LIFE OF A GARBAGE TRUCK, A

ADVENTURES WITH WINK AND BLINK: DAY IN THE LIFE OF A GARBAGE TRUCK, A
LAUREL HILL ENTERTAINMENT
Series: ADVENTURES WITH WINK AND BLINK
Topic - Family
Description - Offers quality entertainment that engages, informs and inspires. Wink and Blink teach kids about garbage trucks, recycling and the environment with innovative graphics and fun music.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Very tastefully done. Through the characters from the Land of Imagination, the kids follow the life of a garbage truck. Clever presentation which encourages the children to protect the environment. Safety is stressed. Offers a positive view of the future.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Enjoyable, especially by the boys. They liked learning about trucks - how to build one fascinated them. Some thought the puppets were weird. "I liked seeing the real trucks and the real places they worked."
Runtime: 30 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-8
Suggested Retail Price: $ 12.95
Media: Video and DVD
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ADVENTURES WITH WINK AND BLINK: DAY IN THE LIFE OF A ZOO!, A

ADVENTURES WITH WINK AND BLINK: DAY IN THE LIFE OF A ZOO!, A
LAUREL HILL ENTERTAINMENT
Series: ADVENTURES WITH WINK AND BLINK
Topic - Family
Description - Young viewers join fun pals Wink & Blink on an interactive trip to the zoo. Along the way they'll learn about lots of animals, they'll discover what it's like to be a zookeeper, and they'll even tag along with the zoo vet on a barn-yard house call.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Enjoyable with lots of useful information and footage of zoo animals but the presentation doesn't always stay relevant for its target audience. The visuals and general content are just right for preschoolers but some of the information is too advanced for them such as the concept of carnivores, herbivores, and onmivores. Also, the magic door game where children have to find clues about a mystery animal is far too complicated for younger children.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Liked the footage of the zoo animals. One two-year-old kept putting her hands on the floor and walking on all fours every time she say the apes or monkeys saying they walk like this. Kids wanted to watch it again immediately and pointed out their favorite animals as reasons why. The clue game with the puzzle keys was very confusing and needed explaining. The two's ignored the game completely and the older kids kept asking questions about it.
Runtime: 30 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-5
Suggested Retail Price: $ 12.98
Media: DVD ISBN # 0-9753885-3-3
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AFRICAN BAMBI

AFRICAN BAMBI
NATURE CONSERVATION FILMS WW
Series: INDEPENDENT FEATURE, AGES 5-8
Topic - Family
Description - Three young impala grow up and learn the rules and hazards of the bush in East Africa. This is the real Bambi story and therefore unique. It combines elements of love, drama, courage and adventure - all in the East of Africa, truly one of the most beautiful places on earth and told through a mother giraffe.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - This creative film tells about animals in Africa from a giraffe's point of view. It is filled with subtle humor such as a baby trying to get milk from his mother's tail. The production values are very professional. The wildlife cinematography is stunning with amazing images of African wildlife. The audio is the "voice" of an older giraffe telling the story of the three antelope males. They do an excellent job showing how hunting is about survival rather than sport. The animal parents are shown as good providers. The film hooks you immediately with images and humor. The giraffe tells the story about the antelopes, alluding to her own story at various points so it arouses your curiosity and keeps you engaged in the story. It is chocked full of interesting animal facts such as the animals jumping in the air to warn others of danger. It does show animals killed in hunt which is something that may bother sensitive viewers. Excellent production values - crisp images, clear and pleasing narration.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Kids loved it. "I'd love to be a giraffe so I could see from very high. The giraffe can see everything probably." "Some of the scenes are funny and look like they should be on "America's Funniest Videos." The kids were concerned for the animals that were given names but not upset about the kills once they found out the main characters were okay. They talked to the screen to tell the animals to run.
Runtime: 77 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 0
Media: DVD

AFTER SCHOOL CHINESE: MANDARIN CHINESE LEVEL 1

AFTER SCHOOL CHINESE: MANDARIN CHINESE LEVEL 1
MASTER COMMUNICATIONS
Series: AFTER SCHOOL CHINESE
Topic - Education/Instructional
Description - This all inclusive language course utilizing authentic content and proven methodology will have children speaking Chinese at the very first lesson. The course encourages and engages children to explore the Chinese language and culture filmed in China.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Excellent program. Very well designed. Right away, you get it. This program is very comprehensive, makes good use of repetition. Each word or phrase is spoken by both a man and a woman which helps hear how the pronunciation might vary slightly. Designed to be used by persons who know nothing about the Chinese language. "I would definitely recommend this to someone who is serious about learning Chinese."
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - We tested this with Chinese speakers as well as non-Chinese speakers. Chinese speakers thought it was simplified and easy to understand. Non-Chinese speakers were definitely challenged but, by the end of the first lesson, they were indeed speaking Chinese. "It is so different from English or Spanish. I thought it would be easier." Our jurors did not get through the entire program, due to its length and complexity but they definitely got a lot out of the portion they did complete. They enjoyed seeing the Chinese people and how they interacted. "They had nice manners. I liked seeing the children at their school. It was cool to see the students." Younger kids enjoyed the Cd-Roms, older ones were very interested in the workbook.
Runtime: 120 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 8-18
Suggested Retail Price: $ 195.95
Media: DVD ISBN # 1888194731

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AGENDA, THE

AGENDA, THE
DAWSON FILMS
Series: INDEPENDENT SHORT, AGES 5-12
Topic - Education/Instructional
Description - Kelly Summers is trapped in a menial job, working for a tyrant. Until her kids take action. Charlie and Danielle teach their mother's boss a lesson he'll never forget!
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Cute. Kids with single working moms will get a kick out of this. Story unfolds evenly with good acting by all. It portrays the kids bullying the Mom's boss in such a way that it's clearly a fantasy. No parent would want their kids to emulate this behavior but it's unlikely they'd replicate what's shown here.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say -
Runtime: 6 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 0
Media: DVD

AILEMA

AILEMA
PARKVILLE PICTURES
Series: SCREENPLAY FOR AGES 8-12
Topic - Education/Instructional
Description - Amelia is a six-year-old dyslexic. When confronted with the unforgiving restrictions of the classroom, she uses her imagination to surprising effect in order to overcome her disabilities.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Shows in a fun and creative way how people are sometimes different and how that's not a bad thing. It shows how a child sees things different from other children but users her imagination to make it work for her instead of getting depressed. It's very strong on imagery. You can see how Amelia finds reading a challenge and you also see how vivid her imagination is. Its greatest weakness is in defining dyslexia. Kids with dyslexia don't just see letters backwards; they sometimes see completely different characters. You quickly get a sense of what is happening in the story and get an appreciation for Amelia's artistic bent with the drawings on her wall. The middle shows how school places her in uncomfortable situations but she doesn't let that defeat her. You care about her, don't want to see her ridiculed and you want her to get through the assignment successfully. It wraps up neatly at the end. Well paced. There is one part that isn't credible, when +4 Amelia is stressed but it doesn't seem to bother her when she gets everything wrong. This screenplay would be a great discussion starter for disabilities and how to deal with them. It is very informative and inspiring.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say -

KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 8-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 0
Media: Screenplay

AIR BUD 4: SEVENTH INNING FETCH
WALT DISNEY COMPANY
Series: AIR BUD
Topic - Education/Instructional
Description - Air Bud knocks one out of the park when he takes up baseball in this all new fun and heartwarming Disney adventure! This time, Buddy, joins in and shows that he's a natural baseball player with major league talent! In the midst of the season, however, a terrible discovery is made: Buddy's now-grown puppies have mysteriously begun to disappear from their new homes! Now it's up to Buddy to stop the dog-nappings and find his pups before it's too late!
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Runtime: 93 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 6-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 0
Media: DVD

AIR BUD SPIKES BACK

AIR BUD SPIKES BACK
BUENA VISTA HOME ENTERTAINMENT/DISNEY
Topic - Education/Instructional
Description - Everyone's favorite golden retriever is back, as Buddy takes up volleyball in a hilarious and heartwarming new adventure. This comedy is packed with great messages about teamwork and friendship.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Cute, slapstick entertainment. Technically fine. Slow to develop, full of improbabilities. Shows teamwork and good on gender. Stereotypical, unflattering portrayal of adults. "The film was better when only the child actors were on the screen."
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Enjoyed Air Bud's tricks and appreciated the underlying message. "Air Bud is so cool!" "I wish Air Bud could play for us." "They worked together good." "Shows some really good ideas that anyone can do anything." "Shows animals can learn sports."
Runtime: 87 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-8
Suggested Retail Price: $ 17.99
Media: DVD
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AIR BUD: WORLD PUP

AIR BUD: WORLD PUP
BUENA VISTA HOME ENTERTAINMENT/DISNEY
Topic - Family
Description - Buddy competes with some of the top names in women's soccer. He also proves himself a capable father by adopting a litter of puppies he finds, whom he ultimately rescues from pup-nappers.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Exciting. Adventure, intrigue and humor on appropriate levels. Easy to follow but not pedantic. Beautifully filmed, engaging characters, music blends well with the action. "Soccer and dogs, what a great combination."
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Enjoyed it. "It's really funny and cool." "We liked when Buddy became a father and had to rescue the puppies." "It showed that girls can compete against boys and do good." "I'd watch it every night."
Runtime: 83 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 0
Media: VIDEO ISBN # 0-7888-2508-9

AKEELAH AND THE BEE

AKEELAH AND THE BEE
LIONSGATE FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT
Topic - Family
Description - The inspirational story of Akeelah Anderson (Keke Palmer), an eleven-year-old girl from south Los Angeles with a gift for words. Despite the objections of her mother Tanya (Angela Bassett), Akeelah enters various spelling contests, for which she is tutored by the forthright Dr. Larabee (Laurence Fishburne); her principal Mr. Welch (Curtis Armstrong) and the proud residents of her neighborhood. Akeelah's aptitude earns her an opportunity to compete for a spot in the Scripps National Spelling Bee and, in turn, unites her neighborhood who witness the courage and inspiration of one amazing little girl.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Great family film with great values, story, great acting and a fantastic script. Keke Palmer's performance is fabulous as is Mr. Fishburne's. Though the storyline is somewhat predictable and some of the characters a bit shady, the "underdog comes through" message is a heart-warmer. Winner of KIDS FIRST! Best Feature and Best of Fest for 2006. Contains some mild profanity, intense family scenes, local gangs, an unwed mother and a joke about sexual harassment.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say -
Runtime: 112 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 16.98
Media: DVD
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ALADDIN AND THE KING OF THIEVES

ALADDIN AND THE KING OF THIEVES
BUENA VISTA HOME ENTERTAINMENT/DISNEY
Topic - Family
Description - Everyone's third wish comes true in Aladdin's ultimate adventure. Features Robin Williams as the voice of Genie.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Beautifully animated. Aggressive language, adult humor, lots of sword fighting and stereotypical portrayal of Arabs. Glamorizes the initiation used to gain entry into the Forty Thieves Gang. Offers message: "You must fight or else be killed."
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Big hit. Wanted to watch it again right away. Kids enjoyed the production style and the characters. They did not understand much of the story. The content is more appropriate for older children. It's too scary for children under five.
Runtime: 80 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-8
Suggested Retail Price: $ 24.99
Media: VIDEO ISBN # 0-7888-0176-7

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