Fairy Tales, Literature & Myth Titles from KIDS FIRST! and the Coalition for Quality Children's Media

The Fairy Tales, Literature & Myth category has 39 KIDS FIRST! endorsed titles
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ADVENTURES OF WILDFIRE: HOW WILDFIRE GOT HIS MUSIC BOX & LEARNED TO FLY,THE
Scottish Winters Productions, Inc.
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

BABAR KING OF THE ELEPHANTS
HBO HOME VIDEO
Description - The classic tales of Babar have been read by children for over sixty years. The stories of Babar and his jungle friends in this feature length film begin when Babar was orphaned in the wild, and culminate in Babar's becoming King.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Epic presentation, coming-of-age story. Fanciful animation helps balance more serious undertones. Handles death and grieving. Soft and slow pace. Has both humorous elements and sad events, and ultimately a happy ending.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Older kids were better able to handle the portrayal of death. "The elephant acted like a person and I liked that." "I learned about being nice." "I knew hunting wasn't good and this showed it." "Maybe the man who killed the mommy should be punished."
Runtime: 78 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 6-9
Suggested Retail Price: $ 19.98
Media: VIDEO ISBN # 0-7831-1452-4

BABY GENIUS: FAVORITE CHILDREN'S SONGS
GENIUS PRODUCTS Click to purchase directly from the producer
Series: BABY GENIUS VIDEO SERIES
Description - Vinko the Dancing Bear and DJ the Dinosaur invite kids to join them for a toe-tapping musical adventure. Features old favorites such as "The Muffin Man", "The Wheel's on the bus" "Pop goes the Weasel" as well as original songs such as "DJ's My Nname." A combination of live action with 3D animation bring this sing-along to life. Vinko the Dancing Bear and DJ the Dinosaur invite children to dance and play along.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - recommended
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - recommended
Runtime: 33 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-4
Suggested Retail Price: $ 12.99
Media: DVD

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CLASSIC LITERATURE AND MYTHS 2
COALITION FOR QUALITY CHILDREN'S MEDIA
Series: COLLECTIONS
Description - Includes: The Snow Queen & The Wild Swans (205408) $9.95
People (95143) $12.95
Value=$22.90
Runtime: 133 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-10
Suggested Retail Price: $ 22.9
Media: DVD

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CLASSIC LITERATURE AND MYTHS
COALITION FOR QUALITY CHILDREN'S MEDIA
Series: COLLECTIONS
Description - Includes
Pegasus the Flying Horse and Beauty and the Beast (206001) $14.95
Merlin and the Dragons (92003) $9.95
Value=$24.90
Runtime: 162 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-8
Suggested Retail Price: $ 24.9
Media: DVD

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

DEAR AMERICA: FRIEND TO FRIEND
KNOWLEDGE ADVENTURE/VIVENDI-UNIVERSAL
Series: DEAR AMERICA
Description - Based on the book series, offers an opportunity for girls to form friendships with fictional young women from American history via non-online chatting technology. Interactions include Circle of Friends game, Player's Diary and Instant Message Window.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Easy to use, though doesn't allow user to save a spot for later return. Provides opportunities to practice interpersonal skills through hypothetical situations. Having historical background on each character provides an interesting catch.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Girls loved it, particularly the secret diary of each character. "I liked making the characters do different things and solve their problems." "It was really awesome learning about these girls. We really seemed to have conversations with them"
Platform: WIN platform
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 8-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 30
Media: CDROM ISBN # 6/15/2001

DR. DOLITTLE
TWENTIETH CENTURY FOX HOME ENTERTAINMENT Click to purchase directly from the producer
Series: DOCTOR DOLITTLE
Description - A musical masterpiece about a 19th century doctor who talks with animals in an imaginative world of endless imagination, music, dance and special effects. Stars Rex Harrison as Dr. Dolittle, dubbed in Spanish.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - 1960s era film that appeals to entire family. Cool special effects, especially, the Giant Pink Snail. African islanders are portrayed as cultured, educated and well read. "I love every time Dr. Dolittle says good morning to the animals."
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Kids thought the music was corny but still liked it. They related to Dr. Dolittle fulfilling his dream and how "Miss Fairfax wants to prove that she is more than what people prejudge her to be...I relate to that." "It made me want to study animals."
Runtime: 145 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.98
Media: Video and DVD ISBN # 8616-28136-3

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DRAGON TALES: KEEP ON TRYING
SONY PICTURES HOME ENTERTAINMENT Click to purchase directly from the producer
Series: DRAGON TALES
Description - Follow the adventures of six-year-old Emmy and her four-year-old brother, Max, who find a dragon scale in their playroom. When they hold it and chant a poem, it transports them to Dragon Land, where they meet fantastic - but human-like - dragons.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Simple themes presented in quiet tones teach good lessons in small bites. Cute dragons are like loveable kids. Language is appropriate but challenging. Playing with rope and use of the word "stupid" caused concern. Provides wonderful Hispanic role model.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Danced, stretched and sang to the "fun music." Learned how to keep on trying�and how to have fun even if you don't win. "The kids and the dragons all help each other. They helped Max and gave him encouragement to tie the knot."
Runtime: 40 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-5
Suggested Retail Price: $ 12.95
Media: VIDEO

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DRAGON TALES: LET'S PLAY TOGETHER
SONY PICTURES HOME ENTERTAINMENT Click to purchase directly from the producer
Series: DRAGON TALES
Description - Follow the adventures of six-year-old Emmy and her four-year-old brother, Max, who find a dragon scale in their playroom. When they hold it and chant a poem, it transports them to Dragon Land, where they meet fantastic - but human-like - dragons.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Lovely, colorful, catchy music. Teaches patience and waiting your turn - universal themes that are hard for little ones to master. Shows good manners: one dragon burps and says excuse me. Never speaks down to audience. Equal treatment of boys and girls.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - All smiles. Related to the characters and their challenges. "One kid got mad, and a bad fairy grew bigger as he got madder. But his friends helped him to get unmad and then the fairy got small." "Can we make our own stories?
Runtime: 40 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-5
Suggested Retail Price: $ 12.95
Media: VIDEO

This title is available for purchase from SONY PICTURES HOME ENTERTAINMENT

EVERYBODY'S IN THE BAND
IVY CLASSICS, INC.
Description - The second kids' music video from Billy Jonas, this is 43 minures of non stop family fun. Ten musical segments invite viewers of all ages to sing, dance and move with the beat. As a special treat, the show features a sing-along with Grammy Award winner, Alison Kraus. Filmed in a school auditorium with hundrends of kids and around a campfire with a more intimate group of children, songs include "Tongo", "We're in the Bucket Brigade", "Bangin and Sangin", "I Spy", "What Kind of Cat Are You?", "Watermelon", "Vitamin Alphabet", "Rockin' Robin" and "Bear to the Left".
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - recommended
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - recommended
Runtime: 43 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 3-9
Suggested Retail Price: $ 0
Media: DVD

GOLDILOCKS AND THE THREE BEARS
VIRGINIA RECORDS
Series: FROGGY'S COUNTRY STORYBOOK
Description - Country music star Pam Tillis joins MC Froggy and narrates this adaptation of the kids' classic story. Features excerpts of hit country songs performed by Froggy's Country Storybook Players.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Lively version of a familiar story. Creative use of language. Good narration and sound quality. "I've never been one for country music, but this tape is delightful." Picture book adds to the presentation, but timing the page turns to the music is awkward.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Got them bouncing. Those that liked the music, really liked it a lot. "It made me want to sing and dance." "I like to hear the little baby bear." All had trouble following the music with the storybook.
Runtime: 19 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 3-6
Suggested Retail Price: $ 9.99
Media: AUDIO ISBN # 1-890818-70-4

GOODNIGHT MOON AND OTHER SLEEPYTIME TALES

GOODNIGHT MOON AND OTHER SLEEPYTIME TALES
HBO HOME VIDEO
Description - Children and stars come together to present classic bedtime stories and lullabies in an animated format. Children offer wise and witty reflections on a host of sleepytime topics, including "blankies," dreamcatchers, monsters and nightmares.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Great music and super illustrations. Cute and soothing. Addresses nighttime anxieties and stimulates interest in dreams. Children get to see their peers explain their feelings. Shows many cultures and races.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Connected with the story, loved the music and the lyrics. "We watched it three times in a row." "Can I watch it before bed?" "I like the music." "I like the bunny." "I love the monster." "I learned about dreams."
Runtime: 30 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-5
Suggested Retail Price: $ 18.73
Media: DVD ISBN # 6/15/2001
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GRACIE
PICTUREHOUSE
Description - Set in 1978, Gracie is a teenage girl who overcomes the loss of her brother and fights the odds to achieve her dream of playing competitive soccer at a time when girl's soccer did not exist.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Excellent production. Based on a family's real life story with upbeat music and positive role model for young girls. It shows how really hard work and persistence pays off. Believable acting, realistic scenes and story. It shows how each family member acts out his or her depression after the death of Gracie's brother. Gracie's lack of interest in school and her digression from being the "good kid" she was are realistically depicted as is her drive to play soccer. This movie provides inspiration for anyone who has felt discriminated against. Contains some profanity although it is used judiciously.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Enjoyed it. "It was a good movie!." "It's really, really good. I think it's one of the best movies I've seen." The kids could relate to it and said they thought the story was very believable. They enjoyed the fast action of the soccer games. "I watch sports movies again and I'd watch this one a second time." The whole "fight for what you believe in" concept was well received by our teen jurors. Even those who aren't into soccer enjoyed it. The kids were surprised to see how strongly girls were discriminated against in terms of involvement in sports twenty years ago..
Runtime: 92 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 13-18
Suggested Retail Price: $ 0
Media: DVD

HANSEL & GRETEL
JIM GAMBLE PUPPET PRODUCTIONS
Series: MUSICAL CLASSICS
Description - Marionettes dramatize the children's version of Humperdinck's famous opera.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Presents traditional and religious values from an old story in a new way. Adults liked this musical interpretation because it inspires appreciation. Parents demonstrate care even when children misbehave. Helps families work through problems.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Great puppets, realistic backgrounds and funny characters! Some kids were upset by slight changes to the story. They learned lessons about bad behavior. Kids tried using rhythm to create a spell to release Hansel. Favorite part: finding the candy house.
Runtime: 40 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-8
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.95
Media: VIDEO ISBN # 1-890544-09-4

HAPPILY N'EVER AFTER
LIONSGATE FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT Click to purchase directly from the producer
Description - An alliance of evil-doers, led by Frieda (Sigourney Weaver), looks to take over Fairy Tale Land. Cinderella - aka Ella (Sarah Michelle Gellar) - must save the day by taking on her power-hungry stepmother and will have to do it without her Prince Charming (Patrick Warburton). An unlikely army of dwarves, fairies and the wizard's bumbling assistants join forces with her as she blossoms into the leader of the resistance.
Runtime: 87 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-8
Suggested Retail Price: $ 28.98
Media: DVD ISBN # 7/15/2007

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HOBBIT, THE
WARNER HOME VIDEO
Description - Long ago humans lived amongst elves, goblins, heroes and hobbits�roundish, peaceable homebodies. In this first installment of the classic J.R.R.Tolkien's trilogy, Bilbo the hobbit goes on a dangerous quest to recover stolen treasure.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Animated production makes this popular fantasy accessible to young viewers. Good-versus-evil theme creates some violence which is minimal and essential to the plot. Good diversity. Soundtrack is uneven and the animation is somewhat dated.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Thought it was good even if they didn't always understand the plot. "There was a lot going on and sometimes I couldn't figure out what was happening." "Bilbo was brave even though he thought he wasn't." "The riddles from the wizard were fun."
Runtime: 78 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 8-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 0
Media: Video and DVD ISBN # 0-7907-6257-9

IS YOUR MAMA A LLAMA? AND MORE STORIES ABOUT GROWING UP

IS YOUR MAMA A LLAMA? AND MORE STORIES ABOUT GROWING UP
WESTON WOODS STUDIOS/SCHOLASTIC
Series: SCHOLASTIC VIDEO COLLECTION
Description - Lloyd the llama is looking for his mama. "Is your mama a llama?" he asks a bat, a swan, a cow, a seal, and a kangaroo. Young children will share Lloyd's delight when the answer to his question is finally, "Yes!" With rhyme and riddle, and the perfect narration by Amy Madigan, this charming story will soon become a favorite. Animated by Virginia Wilkos. Includes other stories about growing up based on classic children's books by Deborah Guarino, Robert Kraus, Stephanie Stuve-Bodeen and Molly Bang. Narration by Amy Madigan, Mary Beth Hurt and Laura Dern.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Anthology of stories using repetition and rhyme in their delivery. Good tool for language development. Good role models. Leo the Late Bloomer is not made fun of when he is slower than they are. Elisabetti helps children deal with the new baby.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Kids identified with these stories. "When Leo was sad, I was sad. Then he was happy and so was I." "The girl, Elisabetti made a doll out of a rock." "I liked seeing the girl and her mother. "The llama's friends told her that her Mama was a llama too."
Runtime: 52 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-7
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.95
Media: DVD

LOVE YOU FOREVER, THE BEST OF ROBERT MUNSCH
CHILDREN'S GROUP, THE2
Description - Featuring the #1 New York Times best-selling book. Showcases the author performing 13 of his most popular stories.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Unique stories with excellent narration and sound effects. Boisterous, entertaining and amusing. Questionable antics: some bathroom humor and kid characters don't always do what they are told. "I think it's all in fun and not something kids will imitate."
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Really tickled them. They wanted to hear it in the car, when they got home, and again in the car with Dad - in the garage. "Great!" "It is really funny. They kids don't always mind, but it is still funny." "I want to hear more stories by the same author."
Runtime: 60 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-8
Suggested Retail Price: $ 15.99
Media: AUDIO ISBN # 18945027101

MY FAIR LADY
PARAMOUNT HOME ENTERTAINMENT Click to purchase directly from the producer
Series: MY FAIR LADY
Description - Henry Higgins teaches Eliza Doolittle how to speak proper English in this classic musical production starring Audrey Hepburn and Rex Harrison. Based on Bernard Shaw's book, Pygmalion.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Fabulous classic masterpiece. Great music, timeless story, incredible actors. Shows how a person can accomplish anything, if he or she works at it. Promotes self-esteem and gives insight into living conditions of different classes during this time.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - The songs and the accents held the kids' interest throughout. Girls liked the musical format better than boys. Sparked curiosity about the era and culture. "Everyone has someone in their life who challenges them."
Runtime: 171 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 12-15
Suggested Retail Price: $ 19.98
Media: VIDEO ISBN # 0-7939-0974-0

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RED RIDING HOOD, AND MORE JAMES MARSHALL FAIRY TALE FAVORITES

RED RIDING HOOD, AND MORE JAMES MARSHALL FAIRY TALE FAVORITES
WESTON WOODS STUDIOS/SCHOLASTIC
Series: SCHOLASTIC VIDEO COLLECTION
Description - Zanily adapted fairy tales (Red Riding Hood, The Three Little Pigs, Rapunzel, Chicken Little and Goldilocks and the Three Bears) by humorist James Marshall, brought to vivid life. Music by Ernest V. Troost.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Classic, familiar tales, in original version. More violent than contemporary stories but the violence is well handled. Granny emerges from the wolf's stomach after being eaten in Little Red Riding Hood, and comments that it's too dark to read in there.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Held kids' attention until the end. Each child seemed to relate to a different story best. Chicken Little was a favorite, perhaps because it was the least familiar. Three Little Pigs was also a big hit.
Runtime: 59 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 3-8
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.95
Media: DVD

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RUBY PRINCESS RUNS AWAY, THE
WHERE WE LIVE PRODUCTIONS, LLC
Series: JEWEL KINGDOM, THE
Description - Roxanne is afraid to be crowned the Ruby Princess, so she runs away. In her adventures she gains confidence in herself, and learns that being the Ruby Princess is about being a good listener and a true friend.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - The Princess feels unworthy initially but in the end finds the strength within herself to be a true princess. There is a magic quality throughout. Shows concern for others, respect of differences, accepting responsibility.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Kids liked the powerful talking dragon. Taught them a lesson about helpfulness. Some kids thought there was too much singing and didn't like the graphics. They had a hard time understanding why a princess would run away. The darklings were scary for some.
Runtime: 45 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-8
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.99
Media: VIDEO ISBN # 0-9677239-0-6

SCRAMBLED STATES OF AMERICA�AND MORE STORIES TO CELEBRATE OUR COUNTRY
SCHOLASTIC ENTERTAINMENT
Series: SCHOLASTIC VIDEO COLLECTION
Description - Carefully adapted stories about the states, based on books and songs by Laurie Keller, Woody Guthrie and Francis Scott Key. The Star S spangled Banner is performed by Aretha Franklin, This Land is Your Lands sung by Arlo Guthrie.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Catchy, enjoyable music. Great for K-2 graders. Introduces concepts about the states in a musical environment that makes the learning fun.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Loved the music and watching the states. "It's fun. I like watching the states. I really liked the music." Kids were discussing geography afterwards. "We had to get out the globe and discuss where everyone lives, vacations, etc.
Runtime: 65 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-78
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.95
Media: DVD ISBN # 0439643899

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VIDEO BUDDY�: BLACKOUT/ HIGH SPIRITS
THE VIDEO BUDDY COMPANY
Series: SALTY'S LIGHTHOUSE
Description - Two interactive stories set in a seafaring town that challenge children to overcome fear and learn to work together. Used with VIDEO BUDDY� handset.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - The handset is engaging and it seemed to increase attentiveness to the video, though it was hard to keep up with. The �stop-action' section frightened some children. Teaches positive social skills and respectful sibling relations.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Children enjoyed the stories. "I'd watch it again because I like the songs." "I'd watch it a hundred million more times." "The boy shared his flashlight when the lights went out." "I liked the octopus and the sharks."
Runtime: 45 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 3-6
Suggested Retail Price: $ 12.99
Media: VIDEO ISBN # 1-58172-045-9

VIDEO BUDDY�: CAN'T WAIT TO PAINT
THE VIDEO BUDDY COMPANY
Series: ONCE UPON A TREE
Description - It's hard to wait for something you really want to do. Kids are invited to join the animals in this interactive program as they think of activities to do while they wait for their turn to paint pictures. To be used with VIDEO BUDDY� handset.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Story is enjoyable and the video buddy is easy to operate. Puppet characters are neat, especially the trees. Some adults objected to using food for painting. Encourages critical thinking skills.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Enjoyed it. "I liked it a whole bunch." "I want to learn more about llamas." "The llama had a broken leg." "They all played together." "Pushing the buttons is fun, but it's hard to wait for your turn when only one can use it at a time."
Runtime: 38 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-5
Suggested Retail Price: $ 12.99
Media: VIDEO ISBN # 1581720017

VIDEO BUDDY�: CARROT CAPER, THE
THE VIDEO BUDDY COMPANY
Series: ONCE UPON A TREE
Description - A charming and interactive tale about who stole the carrots from Jenny's garden that covers lessons about honesty and asking permission. To be used with the VIDEO BUDDY� handset.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Encourages positive social behavior, enhances vocabulary, teaches compassion through respect for others' things. Articulate, enthusiastic characters accept each others faults and learn from their mistakes.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Kids commented on the gardening tips, they wanted to make potato prints as shown in the video. They enjoyed the interactive format and wanted to watch it again. They noticed when characters were nice to one another.
Runtime: 45 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 3-7
Suggested Retail Price: $ 12.99
Media: VIDEO ISBN # 1-58172-000-9

VIDEO BUDDY�: LET'S TRY SHARING
THE VIDEO BUDDY COMPANY
Series: BIG COMFY COUCH, THE
Description - Although sometimes it is hard to share, Loonette and Molly learn that cooperating with others makes everyone feel good. To be used with the VIDEO BUDDY� handset.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - A bit campy, but sweet. Teaches social skills using simple language and humor. Stories and anecdotes address emotional situations that are age-appropriate. "This was a little bit silly, but enjoyable nevertheless."
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Kids focused on the story in order to answer questions posed by the video buddy. "It wasn't nice for Loonette to put the basketball net on Molly's head." "Too bad there is only one video buddy machine." "I love Loonette and Molly."
Runtime: 45 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-6
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.99
Media: VIDEO ISBN # 1-58172-050-5

VIDEO BUDDY�: LET'S WING IT/TAKING MY TURN
THE VIDEO BUDDY COMPANY
Series: SALTY'S LIGHTHOUSE
Description - Two stories each featuring themes related to teamwork and cooperation. In the first, Sadie the Seagull has a sprained wing, but still finds ways to help out. In the second, the Lighthouse Friends team up for a Calypso party. Use with VIDEO BUDDY handset.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Imparts strong messages about perseverance and keeping a positive attitude. Addresses the issues of being small, which kids can relate to. Jurors felt that the correlation between the real life segments and the cartoons were hard to follow.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Inspired some kids. They loved the Calypso music. "I danced with the music." "I loved the song, Taking My Turn." The story line was sometimes difficult for kids to follow. Most found the tugboat part boring. "Can we sponge paint, like in the video?" Lori
Runtime: 45 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 3-6
Suggested Retail Price: $ 12.99
Media: VIDEO ISBN # 1-58172-046-7

VIDEO BUDDY�: MY BEST FRIEND
THE VIDEO BUDDY COMPANY
Series: THE BIG COMFY COUCH
Description - Loonette has a new best pal and through trial and error must learn to balance her friendship with her current best friend and with her new best friend. To be used with VIDEO BUDDY� handset.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Bright, bold images. Addresses simple, yet important, concepts such as coping with jealousy. Time to answer the questions is sometimes too short. "I especially liked the positive comments and compliments."
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - "Made me smile." Kids found they needed to listen carefully to the questions. "I liked when the Video Buddy asked me to sing along." "I liked Molly and the Dust Bunnies because they were so funny." "The Banana's dance song made me get up and move around."
Runtime: 45 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-6
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.99
Media: VIDEO ISBN # 1-58172-048-3

VIDEO BUDDY�: SCOOTER'S HIDDEN TALENT
THE VIDEO BUDDY COMPANY
Series: MUPPET BABIES
Description - It's Nanny's birthday and the Muppet Babies are making her a special present. Scooter is not in the mood to help because he does not feel talented enough. In the end, it is Scooter's talent that makes the present work. Use with VIDEO BUDDY� handset.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Cute story, promotes critical thinking skills. The interactive part re-caps portions of the story before asking the questions. Vocabulary is a bit advanced for preschoolers and the Muppet babies' slap-stick humor is more suitable for adults.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Kids related to the story but their attention wandered. "I liked pressing the buttons on the video buddy." "Animal broke Scooters card castle. He was sad." "The baby tore up Gonzo's book. That wasn't a good thing to do."
Runtime: 45 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 3-6
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.99
Media: VIDEO ISBN # 1-58172-010-6

VIDEO BUDDY�: STICKS AND STONES
THE VIDEO BUDDY COMPANY
Series: COMFY COUCH, THE
Description - Play pick-up sticks with Loonette and Molly. Make up names for everything in Granny Garbanzo's garden and then learn that silly nicknames sometimes are not nice. To be used with the VIDEO BUDDY� handset.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Sound and colors are clear and vibrant. Works as a learning tool, encourages concentration, memory, listening and provides positive feedback. "I enjoyed watching the video with the children because the social value of name-calling was presented."
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Would watch again. Kids protested when character said "you can call me ugly" in one of the songs. "Loonette hugged Molly; a hug is a good thing." "Loonette didn't know that �clumsy' was a mean thing to say." Interactive pace was a little too fast.
Runtime: 45 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-5
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.99
Media: VIDEO ISBN # 1-58172-049-1

VIDEO BUDDY�: WHAT DO YOU WANT TO BE WHEN YOU GROW UP
THE VIDEO BUDDY COMPANY
Series: MUPPET BABIES
Description - When it comes to what the Muppet Babies want to do when they get older, the sky is the limit. When Baby Kermit wonders about this question, his friends set out to help him figure it out. Use with the VIDEO BUDDY� handset.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Well produced with bright, appealing colors and endearing characters. Shows good role models and some inappropriate behavior such as turning up the volume on headphones way too loud. Stimulates critical thinking.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Enjoyed the topic and ensuing conversation. "I love the Muppet Babies." "Molly showed the babies a book with lots of different jobs." "I can be what ever I want when I grow up." "Kermit couldn't decide; he was silly." "I want to be a fireman too."
Runtime: 45 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 4-6
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.99
Media: VIDEO ISBN # 1-58172-012-2

VIDEO BUDDY�: WHAT IF THE DINOSAURS CAME BACK
THE VIDEO BUDDY COMPANY
Series: ONCE UPON A TREE
Description - Could there really be a dinosaur in the magical forest? Our animal friends get a big surprise and learn something about believing in one another too. To be used with the VIDEO BUDDY� handset.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Great production. Wonderful, appealing, puppet characters. "I greatly enjoyed this video." Encourages assertiveness skills, and problem solving. Respectful of children's thinking skills. Video buddy brought it all together.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Kids had a blast. "The animals and the trees talk." "I love the dinosaur." "My favorite part was when he gave the dinosaur carrots." "I'd watch it 500 more times." "I love it when I get the answer right."
Runtime: 45 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-5
Suggested Retail Price: $ 12.99
Media: VIDEO ISBN # 1-58172-002-5

VIDEO BUDDY�: WHAT'S NEW AT THE ZOO
THE VIDEO BUDDY COMPANY
Series: MUPPET BABIES
Description - The Muppet Babies learn that the zoo protects animals and helps people think about the environment through an imaginary expedition. Use with VIDEO BUDDY� handset.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Helps kids think critically about the purpose of zoos. Encourages imagination, awareness of feelings and expands vocabulary. Excellent question and answer sessions. Credits kids for their feelings.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - The contrast between cartoon and real life segments sparked and kept kids' interest. They wanted to score each others' cartwheels after watching the Olympics scene. "I wouldn't like to be in a cage."
Runtime: 45 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 3-6
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.99
Media: VIDEO ISBN # 1-58172-011-4

VIDEO BUDDY�: WHO TOOK MY CRAYONS / GUILTY GULL
THE VIDEO BUDDY COMPANY
Series: SALTY'S LIGHTHOUSE
Description - When Salty looses his crayons and Ten Cent loses his engine parts, the blaming begins. Luckily everything works out okay. To be used with the VIDEO BUDDY� handset.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - The first story taught a lesson about blame and the second story the importance of listening. Respects kids' ability to tell right from wrong, speaks to a child's sense of ownership. Stresses the importance of friends, compassion and being truthful.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Kids' faces lit up when they saw the video buddy on the screen. It's a great way to help them remember the story. They enjoyed thinking and answering questions about the characters and story. "Salty learned to say sorry."
Runtime: 45 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 3-6
Suggested Retail Price: $ 12.99
Media: VIDEO ISBN # 1-58172-047-5

WELCOME TO ONE PINE PLACE
ARTISTRYE PRODUCTIONS
Series: ONE PINE PLACE
Description - It's an average town, but the first house on Pine Place is actually overrun by creatures who get a young boy in a lot of trouble for spills he didn't make. That young boy is about to make a whole bunch of new friends.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Cute and imaginative. Delightful story, colorful puppets. Well developed and lovable characters entice kids to pay attention. Rainbow-colored monsters are endearing, not scary. Odd, theater-like set works well with the boy's dramatic acting.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Younger kids really liked it. "It was great. There was a mystery. I love mysteries!" "Akili was the peacemaker. He looked mean, but he was really nice." "Michael's bed wasn't anywhere close to his size. The dog looked very silly. It made us laugh."
Runtime: 14 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 3-5
Suggested Retail Price: $ 0
Media: Video and DVD

WILLY AND THE FURBRAINS: SERIOUS MISCHIEF
KORTY FILMS INC.
Series: WILLY AND THE FURBRAINS
Description - Willy Claflin sings and tells stories through his puppet friends, Maynard Moose, Gorf the Frog and others. Each segment is a different story with a different theme and can be viewed independently of the others.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Silly stuff. Well done budget production; not saccharine or didactic. Understands kid humor. Obvious irreverent style is meant to amuse. Fun props and various animal puppets. Great voice, uneven sound quality. Some parts are funnier than others. "I was left looking for a more positive message."
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Weren't quite sure what to make of it. Laughed when prompted by the laugh track. "At first it was hard to hear the words. The sound got better after that." "It was ok." "Some of the stories were silly; some were kind of weird." "The pictures were pretty good." "What's the next story going to be about?"
Runtime: 36 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 7-11
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.95
Media: Video and DVD

WWW.LIL-FINGERS.COM
SKOODLES, INC - NY
Series: WWW.LIL-FINGERS.COM
Description - Features storybooks and games for parents to use with their toddler and pre-school-age child.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Easy-to-use, though production is not state-of-the-art. Unusual androgynous animation, with sweet stories and activities. Excessive and intrusive advertising. "I would enjoy making a silly face with a child." Games are easy and allow for success.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Liked it. "I would play the matching game again, because I won." "I could read the words." "I liked making the funny faces and making the pictures move." "Can we get these books at the library?"

KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 3-8
Suggested Retail Price: $ 0
Media: Website

WWW.PENGUINPUTNAM.COM
SKOODLES, INC - NY
Series: WWW.PENGUINPUTNAM.COM/YREADERS/INDEX.HTM
Description - Features seasonal books, authors, free stuff for educators, printable pictures, creative activities and postcards. Hosted by book publisher for their children's area.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Brightly colored, appealing illustrations but they load slowly. Shows good diversity with multi-cultural authors and characters. Craft areas are pretty mundane. One interesting area covers history and biographies of characters and authors.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Limited return appeal. "Once I checked out the site, there really wasn't anything to do." "My friends who really like to read will like this site." "The postcards were pretty." "I especially liked the book review of �Grossology.'"

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

WWW.WILDREPUBLIC.COM
SKOODLES, INC - NY
Series: WWW.WILDREPUBLIC.COM
Description - Features jungle theme stories, trivia and activities. Requires purchase of Wild Republic plush toy to access most on-line games and activities.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Easy to use. Home page hints at much more fun, but one has to pay more to get it. Has good educational value, but little entertainment value. Good story about monkeys trained to help physically challenged people.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Has limited appeal. "I liked it, but where are the games?" "I liked the story on how crocodiles see underwater." "I'm going to look for a book about animals who live in the ocean."

KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-7
Suggested Retail Price: $ 0
Media: Website

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The Fairy Tales, Literature & Myth category has 39 KIDS FIRST! endorsed titles Below are records 1 - 39 of them sorted alphabetically

The Fairy Tales, Literature & Myth category has 39 KIDS FIRST! endorsed titles
Below are records 1 - 39 of them
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