Family Titles from KIDS FIRST! and the Coalition for Quality Children's Media

The Family category has 702 KIDS FIRST! endorsed titles
Below are records 1 - 50 of them
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102 DALMATIONS
BUENA VISTA HOME ENTERTAINMENT/DISNEY
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

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ABRAHAM LINCOLN
NEST FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT Click to purchase directly from the producer

This title has online video!
Series: ANIMATED HERO CLASSICS
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

ADVENTURE TO KIDS TV
MILLENNIUM ENTERTAINMENT GROUP
Series: ENCHANTED DOLLHOUSE,THE
Description - A magic dollhouse transports two sisters into an imaginary land peopled with puppets. Presents activities such as dancing, spelling, and baking.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Production has a home video look to it. The puppets are cute, though simple in design. Addresses social issues such as not lying and sharing and encourages children to use their imaginations in a positive way.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Kids were concerned that there were no consequences for characters that wandered off by themselves. "The bears were not real but I still liked it, especially when the bears shared their cookies." "We liked the puppets and the dancing." Some danced along.
Runtime: 30 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-4
Suggested Retail Price: $ 12.98
Media: VIDEO ISBN # 0-9665114-1-7

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

ADVENTUREPATROL: SNOW DAZE
BIG BRIGHT WORLD, INC.
Series: INDEPENDENT SHORT, AGES 5-12
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
BIG BRIGHT WORLD, INC.
Series: ADVENTUREPATROL
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 OF ELMO IN GROUCHLAND, THE
SONY PICTURES HOME ENTERTAINMENT Click to purchase directly from the producer
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
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 FOOD BOY, THE
COLD SPARK FILMS
Series: INDEPENDENT FEATURE, AGES 8-12
Description - A comedy about a teenage boy (Ezra) who inadvertently discovers that he has the power to make food appear in his hands. Ezra must ultimately choose either to embrace his unexpected but extraordinary talent or to return to his original life plan. Starring Lucas Grabeel, Brittany Curran, Kunal Sharma, Ryne Sanborn, Noah Bastian and McCall Clark.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Offbeat and entertaining. Well produced. Original premise leads to unexpected situations. Interesting story, based on a "gift" that the boy had to learn to use. His learning is intriguing and the effects of the gift are funny. The setting is a high school and included events typical for high schoolers. The story flows well and there are lots of details to the "gift" the boy had to learn to control. As you're watching it, you wonder where it's going and willing go along. Even an interaction with a bully is handled through non-violent response. There is no profanity or negative topics. The boy is always late for class and, as a result the teacher is awful to him. All the adults are a bit over-played and stereotyped. You can appreciate that the creators paid attention to keeping inappropriate language and topics out as there are plenty of opportunities to include if they so chose. Excellent production values, acting, sets and costumes. Besides, it is darn good entertainment. If high school isn't difficult enough, Ezra Chase (Lucas Grabeel) must cope with the fact that food, in many forms, appears in his hands. While useful during school food fights, Ezra must deal with this strange talent at the time most kids are concerned with fitting in and college acceptance. The film is fun and moves well, just watch out for all the flying food!
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Younger kids enjoyed the food theme and the boy's ability to retaliate with throwing food at people. Older kids thought it was funny although a bit corny. Overall response from kids: "Interesting story." They enjoyed watching it even though it was "weird" and completely unbelievable. Favorite part: food fight! Kids thought the teacher was mean and spiteful, especially when he belittled the boy for being late to class. They really enjoyed the food fight scenes and the parts when the food boy got his time to shine. All the kids found the premise of being able to make food at will interesting and appealing but unbelievable.
Runtime: 90 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 11-15
Suggested Retail Price: $ 0
Media: DVD

ADVENTURES OF PINOCCHIO
WARNER HOME VIDEO
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 ZIMMO - BOATS
C J AND ME
Series: ADVENTURES OF ZIMMO
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
C J AND ME
Series: ADVENTURES OF ZIMMO
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
C J AND ME
Series: ADVENTURES OF ZIMMO
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
C J AND ME
Series: ADVENTURES OF ZIMMO
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
C J AND ME
Series: ADVENTURES OF ZIMMO
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 CONNOR & JADEN, VOL. 2: WINGS, SCALES AND TAILS
BOOGIEBUBBLE PRODUCTIONS, INC. Click to purchase directly from the producer
Series: INDEPENDENT SHORT, AGES 2-5
Description - Connor and Jaden explore the fascinating animals at the zoo and then experience the living environment of the butterfly. Upbeat music along with educational facts will transport young children to a destination of adventure.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Good concept since it allows toddlers an opportunity to watch children similar to themselves on the screen - something that doesn't happen often for kids in this age group. At the same time, kids are learning something about animals. Be forewarned that the production is very amateurish with low resolution video and shaky camerawork. The segments are a bit sloppy at times and the dialogue lacks wit. But, at the same time, it's appealing to toddlers, especially with the youth narrator. The cover art is very unappealing.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Kids enjoyed watching this and wanted to watch it again as well as share with their friends. The animals were a bit hit, as were the onscreen toddlers. "We like the zoo." Its energy is contagious. "After viewing, the kids were begging us to take them to the zoo." The kids laughed, danced and talked about their favorite things to do. Even the kids mentioned the cover art though - they didn't want to watch it when first shown the cover.
Runtime: 35 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-4
Suggested Retail Price: $ 15.99
Media: DVD

This title is available for purchase from BOOGIEBUBBLE PRODUCTIONS, INC.

ADVENTURES WITH CONNOR AND JADEN, VOL. 1: SUMMER FUN
BOOGIEBUBBLE PRODUCTIONS, INC. Click to purchase directly from the producer
Series: ADVENTURES WITH CONNOR AND JADEN
Description - Sends positive messages to youngsters on issues like sharing, safety and respect for others.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Enjoyable short for babies. It takes them through a day that is familiar to most children, from water play to play ground. The production level is very simple but it works. The child narrator will most likely appeal to little ones while adults will enjoy the child's perspective on daily living. Clear images and music.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - The two-year-olds loved it. They described the pictures and what they saw. One child asked to watch it again. They loved seeing the water and the playground and kept saying "babies." They talked to the screen about what they saw. Good length.
Runtime: 35 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 0-2
Suggested Retail Price: $ 15.99
Media: DVD

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ADVENTURES WITH CONOR AND JADEN, VOL. 3: HAY BALES, TRAIN RAILS & SEA TAILS
BOOGIEBUBBLE PRODUCTIONS, INC. Click to purchase directly from the producer
Series: INDEPENDENT SHORT, AGES 2-5
Description - Buddies Connor and Jaden keep the adventures coming as they take friends along to see trains, visit with sea life, and remember a past trip they took to the farm. Full of fun facts and sights.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - An independent production with good content and will hold your child's attention. Be forewarned however, that the production quality is very amateurish with low resolution images and shaky camerawork. It provides a virtual field trip to three different environment and has charming narration by a child. The narrative offers a few forgotten facts about farm animals, trains, and fish at the aquarium. The live toddlers onscreen are very authentic and appealing.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - The kids were engaged and stayed with the video. They danced along to the music and talked about the trains and the sea life. Kids liked seeing the "babies" onscreen. "Also, we learned stuff about trains and hay and sharks."
Runtime: 35 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-4
Suggested Retail Price: $ 15.99
Media: DVD

This title is available for purchase from BOOGIEBUBBLE PRODUCTIONS, INC.

ADVENTURES WITH WINK AND BLINK: DAY IN THE LIFE OF A GARBAGE TRUCK, A
LAUREL HILL ENTERTAINMENT
Series: ADVENTURES WITH WINK AND BLINK
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
LAUREL HILL ENTERTAINMENT
Series: ADVENTURES WITH WINK AND BLINK
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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AIR BUD: WORLD PUP
BUENA VISTA HOME ENTERTAINMENT/DISNEY
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

ALADDIN AND THE KING OF THIEVES
BUENA VISTA HOME ENTERTAINMENT/DISNEY
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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ALEXANDER GRAHAM BELL
NEST FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT Click to purchase directly from the producer

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Series: ANIMATED HERO CLASSICS
Description - Discover how innovation and determination can lead to world-changing inventions, as Alexander Graham Bell and his partner, Thomas Watson, turn a project to improve the telegraph system into the dream of the telephone! English and Spanish.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Well done. Good 2-D animation and music. Excellent biography about Alexander Graham Bell revealing the impetus behind his work. Entertaining, educational and humorous. Offers many lessons from sign language to science history to perseverance to believing in others. Very inspiring. Good role models about human relationships. Encourages children to think about inventors and scientists.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - A big hit. "It is amusing and amazing." "Good movie about the inventor with funny parts but also serious parts about helping other people." "I liked it because the little boy couldn't talk but then he said he'd try." "It shows how the telephone was invented. I liked how it shows you shouldn't give up when you're trying to invent something." "Alexander Bell taught deaf children and he was trying to make the telegraph but also the telephone." "Watson reminds me of me because I have the same personality - I am goofy and inventive."
Runtime: 30 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 34.95
Media: DVD

This title is available for purchase from NEST FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT

ALICE IN WONDERLAND
BUENA VISTA HOME ENTERTAINMENT/DISNEY
Description - Daydreaming Alice chases the White Rabbit into the magical, madcap world of Wonderland with its kaleidoscope of off-the-wall characters. Alice goes to a wild tea party, meets the Queen of Hearts, and is tricked into playing a curious croquet game.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Whimsical, magical adventure with great characters and a memorable score. This film delivers an entertaining adaptation to two Lewis Carroll books, "Through the Looking Glass" and "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland." The fantasy of the world down the rabbit hole is very surreal - entertaining for some, disturbing for others. There is delightful choreography of the dancing playing cards. Also, the Queen beheads several cards and calls for Alice's execution - too scary for the preschool crowd.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Really taken with the fantasy. "I would like to dream like that." "It told a very funny story of things that we can't see here in this world." "We also get bored with school and want to go exploring." They even said they would like to read the book.
Runtime: 75 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 6-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 22.99
Media: VIDEO ISBN # 0-7888-2221-7

ALICE THROUGH THE LOOKING GLASS
TWENTIETH CENTURY FOX HOME ENTERTAINMENT Click to purchase directly from the producer
Description - A fantasy musical sequel to "Alice In Wonderland" featuring Jimmy Durante, Jack Palance, The Smothers Brothers and Agnes Moorehead. Nostalgic production values from the '60s.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Surprisingly feminist for its time. Addresses overcoming fears, taking a stand, being wary of strangers and following one's dream. This is not Lewis Carroll's original tale but it's engaging nonetheless. Lots of humor and a touch of haughtiness.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Mixed reactions. "While they loved the slapstick humor and got the general gist of the story, they missed the parts that made it worthwhile." They were not impressed either with acting, costumes or scenery, and hated the songs.
Runtime: 90 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 6-10
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.98
Media: VIDEO

This title is available for purchase from TWENTIETH CENTURY FOX HOME ENTERTAINMENT

ALL ABOUT JOHN DEERE FOR KIDS, PART 1
TM BOOKS AND VIDEO
Series: ALL ABOUT JOHN DEERE FOR KIDS
Description - Shows children the growing season from planting to harvest while watching new and antique John Deere equipment in action.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - This is a virtual visual research paper about trackers with top notch information but definitely not something for every viewer. You're goijng to have to be a die hard tracktor fan to get the most out of this. The extent of ths information about tractor ranges from fields to auction, and covers a time period that goes back to the beginning of tractors to present time. The songs are a refreshing break from the incredible amount of statistics and information offered. Kids who know nothing about farming have a lot learn about the volume of labor that goes into planting and harvesting and how machines help. It challenges the viewer with information such as motor sizes and types of machinery but the viewer does get lost. Near the end is an interactive game which puts the viewer's comprehension skills to test.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Liked it. "I learned a lot about tractors. I like the music, the tractor that goes backwards, the Buck and the wrong field part, and learning about all the machines and how they work. I want to be a robotics engineer someday and I love learning about machines." They enjoyed learning about John Deere. Even though they didn't see him, he was a main character. The littlest viewers loved the animal pictures and named the animals. One 2-year-old loved the flags on the tractors. "I'm not really into tractors but it was still good."
Runtime: 40 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-8
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.95
Media: DVD
This title is available for purchase from Amazon.com

ALL ABOUT JOHN DEERE FOR KIDS, PART 2
TM BOOKS AND VIDEO
Series: ALL ABOUT JOHN DEERE FOR KIDS
Description - Learn fun and fascinating facts about farming and see how grapes and pumpkins are harvested, and watch giant John Deere combines at work.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Delightful. Well paced. Engaging and entertaining. Shows lots of equipment that will appeal to kids who are interested in farming or big machinery. It explains things well and shows real video footage of the implements. Loved the music. "Had me humming the John Deere song for the rest of the day. I like that the narrator is a child.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Great movie with good pictures, music, information and held the kids' interest. "I really liked it. The music is good. It is very interesting and I learned a lot." "I would definitely watch it again." "I viewed this with my two-year-old nephew who lives in the city and doesn't get to see farm machinery often. He was fascinated by this and went to his toy box and pulled out a green and yellow truck and put it up on the TV."
Runtime: 50 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-8
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.95
Media: DVD
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ALL GROWN UP: DUDE, WHERE'S MY HORSE
PARAMOUNT HOME ENTERTAINMENT Click to purchase directly from the producer
Description - When Grandpa Lou's buddy Red challenges the kids to work his dude ranch, Tommy jumps at the chance to prove himself, and drags the rest of the Rats along with him. Finding ranch work beyond grueling, the kids are one blister away from bailing when they're invited to join a real live cattle drive. As they spend the week learning to rope and ride, Tommy is the only one who finds himself out of his element. While the others easily master new wrangling skills, Tommy fails at every turn. But when the kids lose their Trail Master mid-drive, it's up to Tommy, the lamest cowboy but a born leader, to get group to their destination. Includes: Blind Man's Bluff, Yu-Gotta-Go.
Runtime: 92 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-8
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.99
Media: DVD
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ALLEY CATS STRIKE
BUENA VISTA HOME ENTERTAINMENT/DISNEY
Series: DISNEY CHANNEL
Description - A group of retro outsiders who love bowling become the focal point of an inter-school rivalry when it is announced that a bowling match will be the tie-breaker in the annual quest for the "Golden Apple" trophy.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Upbeat, clever look at the world of high school sports that conveys a strong message about acceptance versus labeling. Fresh and crisp; believable sets and good music. Dialogue and slower pace might lose younger viewers. Unflattering portrayal of parents.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Enjoyed it; responded well to the message of teamwork. "It taught us not to judge our friends." "The kids were like us. They could play basketball and bowl. They could win or lose the game." "Even if you are not popular you can win if you work as a team."
Runtime: 88 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 6-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 0
Media: VIDEO ISBN # 0-7888-2821-5

AMAZING BONE AND OTHER CALDECOTT CLASSICS, THE
WESTON WOODS STUDIOS/SCHOLASTIC
Description - Contains three Caldecott classics - "The Amazing Bone," where a young pig finds a talking bone that gives her courage, "Where the Wild Things Are," where Max becomes king, "Goggles," where bullies are outsmarted - and the classic tale, "Stone Soup."
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Presents positive themes, whimsical characters and creative learning potential. Brings up issues about walking alone, encountering strangers, running from older children and helping those in need. Encourages kids to think about their own behavior.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Well received. Best part: when the bedroom turns into a forest. They didn't like the mean kids in "Goggles;" they led to a discussion about bullies. "Stone Soup was hilarious, it made all the kids laugh." Would watch again and re-read the books.
Runtime: 36 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 19.95
Media: VIDEO

AMAZING GRACE AND OTHER STORIES
SCHOLASTIC/WESTON WOODS
Series: CHILDREN'S CIRCLE
Description - Features three stories adapted from popular children's picture books: "Amazing Grace," "Flossie & the Fox" and "Who's in Rabbit's House?"
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Outstanding music and narration. This thematic grouping of beautiful stories is tastefully done and a great springboard for discussions about history, language, countries and culture. Shows excellent multi-cultural mix. "Should be in every library."
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Very attentive and polite while viewing. "We liked all of the stories." The presentation "Amazing Grace" was a little slow. Kids liked the first story best.
Runtime: 35 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-8
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.95
Media: VIDEO ISBN # 1-55592-042-x

AMERICAN TAIL, AN
UNIVERSAL STUDIOS HOME VIDEO Click to purchase directly from the producer
Series: AMERICAN TAIL SERIES, AN
Description - A delightful animated tale of Fievel, the brave little mouse, who journeys from Russia to America with his family seeking a new life free from cat persecution. Fievel's adventure begins after he's lost at sea and washes ashore in New York City.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Former Disney animator, Don Bluth and Steven Spielberg took a sad tale and made it enjoyable in this animated story about a Russian. Great songs, (Oscar-nominated, "Somewhere Out There") lovable characters, and a storyline that addresses friendship, death and separation. Fievel is sweet and brave. It's filled with action and suspense and good messages about power, freedom , "America" and cats. Definitely has parts that are too scary for kids under five. Motivates discussion about emigration and cultures.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - They were rooted to their seats. Loved Fievel's sweetness. Older kids liked the action and the suspense. Kids resonated to ideas such as: "Never give up, keep trying." "America is a place to find hope." "Not all cats (people) are bad."
Runtime: 81 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-10
Suggested Retail Price: $ 19.98
Media: VIDEO ISBN # 0-7832-2897-X

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ANASTASIA
TWENTIETH CENTURY FOX HOME ENTERTAINMENT Click to purchase directly from the producer
Description - Spectacular animated story about a lost Russian princess and her quest to find her true identity. Features celebrity voices and spellbinding music, including "Once Upon a December."
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - This production combines adventure, sensitivity, history, music appreciation and a strong female role model. Some Rasputin scenes are graphic and extremely frightening.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Boys and girls alike loved this. Boys loved the revolution. Girls loved the relationship issues. Kids liked the glimpses of history. They asked, "Which parts are real and which aren't?" Kids thought Rasputin was too "monsterish."
Runtime: 94 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 8-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 26.95
Media: VIDEO

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ANDY'S AIRPLANES: ANDY MEETS THE BLUE ANGELS
ANDY'S AIRPLANES Click to purchase directly from the producer
Series: INDEPENDENT SHORT, AGES 5-8
Description - "Andy Meets the Blue Angels" is episode number one of an animated series starring Andy, an 8-year-old boy and his best friend, Yaygrr a black footed ferret. Together, they travel the world in different aircraft while learning about history, geography, culture and science.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Fun story. Andy's imagination puts kids in the Blue Angel pilot seats. Enjoyable animation, good storyline, chocked full of information though there is a lot of technical terminology. Good sound quality - you feel like you are actually there flying planes with Andy. Yaygre, Andy's pet ferret provides a bit of comic relief for the show. He is full of statistics and information. Animation is crisp and colorful. Its details of the Navy aircraft and ships are commendable. Has a few surprises for Andy ad he is tested by the Navy for his flight capabilities. The ending live action segment features real kids on-screen in a real Navy facility.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - A child's dream for the six-year-old boys who really liked it. They were very enthusiastic but glad when it was over as it is a bit long unless you are absolutely crazy about planes. The kids talked about pretending to be Blue Angels and what it would be like to actually fly a jet. For kids interested in the topic, it's right on target. For those who aren't - it's a bit more than they can stick with.
Runtime: 30 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 4-8
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.99
Media: DVD

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ANGELS IN THE INFIELD
BUENA VISTA HOME ENTERTAINMENT/DISNEY
Series: WONDERFUL WORLD OF DISNEY
Description - A big league pitcher on a losing streak gets help from his daughter, who prays to restore his confidence. Her prayer is answered by an African-American angel who is in the process of earning his wings, but the angel has never played baseball. Rental Only.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Humorous and engaging. Great visual effects, like showing fast pitches. Some scenes have a video game quality. Many laughs - "The silly scenes were really silly." Religious and spiritual undertones. "We are taught to believe in ourselves and our skills."
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Enjoyed it. "It was hilarious." "I'd watch it again." "The praying thing was kind of strange. I didn't get it about the devil." "The devil was bad, but I think he has to be." "Why do they always have to have a smoochie part?" "Ballet was funny."
Runtime: 94 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 6-10
Suggested Retail Price: $ 0
Media: VIDEO ISBN # 0-7888-2517-8

ANIMALS ARE PEOPLE TOO, VOLUME 1
QUESTAR, INC.
Description - Teaches empathy for animals and appreciation for their individual intelligence by showing colorful clips of animals interacting with humans. Helps to address anxieties children may have toward animals.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Entertaining, funny. Shows how animals affect humans. "It's amazing to learn about the range of activities that animals can learn." Animals are harnessed into unnatural gear such as scuba diving equipment, skis, and false eyelashes which bothered many.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Appealing. "I'll be looking for the husky who rides the Harley." "I didn't know the Taco Bell dog was a girl." "My favorite part was the rat. I bet mine could learn those tricks if I spent time with him." "I couldn't believe a dog could go scuba diving."
Runtime: 30 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 8-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 9.95
Media: VIDEO

ANIMALS ARE PEOPLE TOO, VOLUME 2
QUESTAR, INC.
Description - Hosted by Alan Thicke and his golden retriever who meet amazing animals like a canine cancer survivor, a chimp that co-starred with Tarzan and many more. Includes a tour of an emergency room for animals and shows the advances in animal health care.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Warm, lovable stories, endearing pet antics. Good narration. Demonstrates the rewards of patience, training and hard work. Could stimulate an interest in the responsibilities of keeping a pet. Nice mix of domestic and wild animals, feathers and fur.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Excited to see animals in a new context. "We knew that animals help people, but we had no idea how many ways." "This is better than Candid Camera." "My brother would like to have a smart dog make his lunch too." "I wish MY dog was trained like that."
Runtime: 47 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 8-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 9.95
Media: VIDEO ISBN # 1-56855-708-6

ANIMALS ARE PEOPLE TOO, VOLUME 3
QUESTAR, INC.
Description - Hosted by Alan Thicke and his golden retriever, Max, who meet amazing animals. Features a skydiving dachshund, a musical elephant who paints, skateboarding pigs and many more. Includes a visit to an elephant hospital and the seals at Sea World.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Informative, entertaining. Interactions between people and animals are touching. Promotes sensitivity and a sense of wonder towards animals. "How can animals be so human?" Scenes of activities that endanger the animals' lives provoked questions.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Universally amused by the animal antics. "I think everybody will like it really a lot." "The people that made this movie really care about animals and should get a million dollars." "I liked it because it tells facts about animals. Also it's funny."
Runtime: 47 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 8-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 9.95
Media: VIDEO ISBN # 1-56855-709-4

ANIMALS ARE PEOPLE TOO, VOLUME 4
QUESTAR, INC.
Description - Hosted by Alan Thicke and his golden retriever Max who meet amazing animals like Eddie the canine star of Frasier, acrobatic cats, killer whales that seem to understand language and many more. Includes extremely photogenic lizards and heroic dogs.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Delightful. Good visuals and sound track. Engaging animal portraits and stories. Encourages kids' observational skills. Encourages respectful attitude towards animals. "I believe it could help a child overcome a fear of animals."
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Cute little animal stories. Fun, moved along, peppy. "It was neat and scary when the trainer rode the nose of the killer whale." "I didn't know iguanas got that big. I can't imagine loving them." "I liked the lizards living in the dresser."
Runtime: 47 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 8-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 9.95
Media: VIDEO ISBN # 1-56855-710-8

ANIMALS ARE PEOPLE TOO, VOLUME 5
QUESTAR, INC.
Description - Hosted by Alan Thicke and his golden retriever who meet amazing animal celebrities, such as a dog who's a dancer, a cat supermodel, and dogs who work with special needs children. Includes a trip to an elephant hospital and a visit with a cat therapist.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Informative, wholesome entertainment. Reinforces good behavior by watching animals make gains and achievements. "It keeps moving and never lets you get bored." Younger viewers might need to be cautioned against playing with non-domesticated animals.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Kept their interest. "It showed people helping animals with problems and animals helping people with problems." "I will watch it over and over -- whenever I want to feel good." "I liked the dogs dancing and getting married."
Runtime: 47 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 8-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 9.95
Media: VIDEO ISBN # 1-56855-711-6

ANIMANIACS: WAKKO'S WISH
WARNER HOME VIDEO
Series: ANIMANIACS
Description - A feature length animated musical with magical mayhem as the Animaniacs race to the wishing star and try to make all their dreams come true.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Non-stop action, lots of music and sound effects. Clever rhyming and quick wit. Lots of cartoon humor of the head-bopping sort. Shows compassion, tolerance and diversity. The ice sculpture made out of spit was interesting .
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Amused and entertained. "They're silly. We like it when the Animaniacs trick grown-ups." "I liked the way the brothers took care of their sister." "The bad guys were really mean." "It's like a fairy tale."
Runtime: 80 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 6-10
Suggested Retail Price: $ 19.96
Media: VIDEO ISBN # 07907377396

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ANIMATED HERO CLASSICS: BEETHOVEN
NEST FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT Click to purchase directly from the producer

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Series: ANIMATED HERO CLASSICS
Description - Even as a young boy, Beethoven marched to the beat of a different drummer. An accomplished pianist by age 12, he yearned to try new sounds and persevered until audiences heard his music.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Great starting point for learning about the composer. Brief yet accurate overview highlights his life, provides good coverage of his music. Effectively presents musical influences. Enjoyable. Animation keeps it appealing to kids. Beautiful music. Excellent for music programs, libraries.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Surprisingly popular, once kids found out it was animated. Many could name the pieces. "It's about a way famous man." "We could hear how Beethoven felt being deaf." "He was grumpy." "The music was ok, I like rap better. But it is kind of amazing that he could write and play music without hearing it."
Runtime: 30 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 6-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 34.95
Media: DVD ISBN # 1-56487-397-9
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ANNE FRANK'S DIARY
GLOBETROTTER NETWORK SA
Description - An animated adaptation of the famous diary written by young Anne Frank during the Jewish Holocaust, chronicling her family's days in hiding from the Nazis.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Artistically magnificent. Exquisite artwork and realistic detail. Excellent account of the treatment of Jews during WWII. Animation makes it easier for children to connect to WWII than documentary style. Handles issues of young womanhood.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Impressed them. "The characters were believable; we could feel their fears." "I could see how she felt jumpy and confused." "We want to learn more about WWII." "You should teach kids that this really happened so it won't happen again."
Runtime: 88 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 8-14
Suggested Retail Price: $ 19.95
Media: VIDEO

ARISTOCATS
BUENA VISTA HOME ENTERTAINMENT/DISNEY
Description - A Parisian millionaire wills her fortune to her "family" - adorable high-society cats. But the butler tries to thwart her plans by catnapping the cat heirs and dumping them in the French countryside where their rough and tumble adventure begins.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Superb quality. Classic family video: cute characters, sad parts and a happy ending. Bright animation and colorful characters keep the story swinging and full of life. Good triumphs over evil. Differences are set aside to help each other.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Danced and sang at the end. "I love this movie!" "I love cats!" "I want to be a cat!" Identified with the characters and teamwork. "It teaches you how to be good to people." "The dogs teased each other like I do my friends. They were just having fun."
Runtime: 79 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 4-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 22.99
Media: VIDEO ISBN # 0-7888-2165-2

AUTHOR, AUTHOR!
TWENTIETH CENTURY FOX HOME ENTERTAINMENT Click to purchase directly from the producer
Description - Al Pacino plays a playwright living in New York with five children and stepchildren. Parental role reversal occurs when the mother leaves the household and the father's commitment to the children pulls together an unlikely new family structure.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - The father and children relate to each other in extraordinary ways. Addresses separation and divorce. Contains some profanity, gender stereotypes and sexual overtones. "Wild and crazy family but still charming." Dated approach to topic.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Deals with family crisis in a way children can understand. The child characters appealed most to children experiencing similar situations. Kids enjoyed seeing Al Pacino as a young actor.
Runtime: 109 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 12-18
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.98
Media: VIDEO ISBN # 0-7939-1181-8

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BABAK AND FRIENDS - A FIRST NOROOZ
NOROOZ PRODUCTIONS
Description - A heart warming animation about a younb Iranian-American boy learning to appreciate his Persian roots. Stars Oscar nominee, Sohereh Aghdashloo (House of Sand and Fog), CBS star Catherine Bell (JAG), and Persian cinema icon, Parviz Sayyad.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Attractive, clever characters. Difficult to understand them at times. Animation stye very simple, two dimensional. Learning about the Iranian holiday, Norooz, encourages curiosity about other people's traidions. Family life is shown in a positive way. Emcourages children to stand up for what they believe in. "Personally, I enjoyed learning about the Perisan/ Iranian New Year.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Corny, but interesting. "This kid is made fun of because he doesn't celebrate Easter, he celebrates Narooz." "It reminds me of Aladdin; the people look similar." "I'm used to the way things are in America, but this movie made me think about people in other countries and how I'd feel if I was in a new place."
Runtime: 30 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 15.99
Media: DVD

BABE
UNIVERSAL STUDIOS HOME VIDEO Click to purchase directly from the producer
Description - A very special pig turns Hoggett's orderly farm on its ear. A naive newcomer, Babe boldly forges friendships among all the animals and convinces the entire farm that only in the absence of prejudice can one truly be free to soar.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Charming. Great. Fabulous. You may have seen animals talking in movies before, but make no mistake - Babe stands above the rest. The animals' lips are in sync with their lines and Babe is a model of goodness. Really, all the animals are adorable, particularly the singing mice who you have to see to believe. Nominated for many Academy Awards, and awarded "Best for Visual Effects." There are some frightening scenes - the slaughterhouse scene and the sheep who dies.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - "I liked how nice the talking animals were." Particularly enjoyed seeing Babe save the sheep. All the animals were adored by the kids, especially the singing mice. They wanted to watch it again. One took it home and watched it five times.
Runtime: 92 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 4-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.98
Media: VIDEO ISBN # 0-7832-1667-X

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BABY AND PARENT NURSERY: AGES AND STAGES PLAYTIME
BRIGHTENING MINDS, INC.
Series: BABY AND PARENT NURSERY
Description - Sections for both parents and babies make this a valuable DVD for new parents. Stimulating images and music keep infants entertained, and up-to-date advice is given for parents who wish to maximize the potential in their baby's early development.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Excellent parental material. Thoughtful, simple and calm. Well organized and useful with good examples: interesting scientific discoveries and explanations on how to stimulate a child's mind. Children's segment is perfectly paced for little ones, full of things to observe and learn from.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Loved the music selections and hummed along. Older kids sat back and watched the entire time. Babies waved toys in time to the music while facing the screen. Clear images and hypnotizing movements relaxed them all. Pre-schoolers talked about the toys and colors to parents and asked to see it again.
Runtime: 100 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: adult-adult
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.95
Media: DVD ISBN # 0972889116

BABY AND PARENT NURSERY: LANGUAGE & NUMBERS PLAYTIME
BRIGHTENING MINDS, INC.
Series: BABY AND PARENT NURSERY
Description - A fun DVD with sections for both baby and parents. For parents, expert advice from doctors is provided on how to maximize your baby's potential. For the little one, engaging images and music provide stimulation as baby grows into the more challenging language and number exercises.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Superb guidance for new parents coupled with stunning visual effects for baby to watch. Calming and informative. Doesn't force teaching. Well researched advice is practical and non-technical. Offers everything from brain formation to music to pre-math skills. Beautiful, varied music.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Older kids were captivated, singing songs and doing the alphabet exercises. Babies were enthralled with the ever-changing objects. One baby was particularly drawn to the sequence with dripping and spinning toys. Preschool kids asked to watch it again; other parents asked to borrow it.
Runtime: 93 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: ADULT-ADULT
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.95
Media: DVD ISBN # 0972889124

BABY EINSTEIN
THE BABY EINSTEIN COMPANY
Series: BABY EINSTEIN
Description - Addresses the theory that children exposed to different languages in the first year find it easier to learn foreign tongues later on. Stresses the alphabet, counting and nursery rhymes. Uses real-world objects and phrases in foreign languages.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Large pictures, colorful, gentle voices. Exposure to multi-ethnic sounds. A little slow-moving and choppy at times. Some visual scenes did not match the audio content. "I'd like to know how different languages at such short length help little ones."
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Babies enjoyed seeing familiar objects; some sat for at least half an hour but some kids got very bored. Kids responded best to the English-language sections.

KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 0-2
Suggested Retail Price: $ 15.95
Media: TV ISBN # 1-892309-00-9

BABY FELIX AND FRIENDS: HIS MAGIC BAG OF TRICKS
FIRST NATIONAL PICTURES
Series: BABY FELIX AND FRIENDS
Description - Each episode follows Baby Felix the Cat and his magic bag of tricks as he embarks on a journey full of adventures. Also along for the journey are his friends, Baby Kitty, Mimi, Skippy, Mookie and Tattoo.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Seeing cartoon characters from my youth was enjoyable but some of the messages here are not in good taste. There is a lot of emphasis on cheating and misleading. It's all in fun but sends a poor message to viewers. For example, Baby Felix doesn't like how the other team is playing so he starts cheating by stealing bases and blocking pitches to the other team. A member of the other team shows anger by slamming his bat into the ground repeatedly.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - It's great. It's fun. Even the kids noticed the poor behavior and commented on it. "They remind me of Grandpa and us when they go fishing. The bulldogs remind me of some of the kids at school who are bullies. Get it? Bull dogs -bullies." "If you could really have a fishing contest, it would be fun."
Runtime: 110 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 4-8
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.98
Media: DVD ISBN # 1933685069
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