How-To Titles from KIDS FIRST! and the Coalition for Quality Children's Media

The How-To category has 40 KIDS FIRST! endorsed titles
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BREADTIME TALES
KAROL MEDIA, INC.
Description - How does bread become bread? Follows three young bakers and shows how to bake bread.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - The written instructions (included) are useful in extending the lesson into an activity. It was interesting to watch the baking process. Good for teaching life skills.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Eager to bake their own bread afterwards. Youngest members of the audience wandered. Moves a little slowly.
Runtime: 30 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 3-8
Suggested Retail Price: $ 12.95
Media: VIDEO

CARING FOR YOUR NEWBORN
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF PEDIATRICS - D.C.
Series: HEALTH ANSWERS FOR PARENTS
Description - This educational, entertaining video answers the most frequently asked questions for new parents. Uses lighthearted vignettes to present situations all parents encounter. Four pediatricians discuss each topic.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Comprehensive information, clearly presented, addresses primary concerns. Shows involvement of both parents in infant care. Organized so viewer can easily return to specific area. "Though not high-tech, it works well." Humor is suitable.
Runtime: 40 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: ADULT-ADULT
Suggested Retail Price: $ 19.95
Media: VIDEO ISBN # 0-910761-94-9

DVD HOME MOVIEMAKING: A BEGINNERS GUIDE
DVD INTERNATIONAL
Description - Teaches the entire family how to make the most of their digital media, while learning about basic filmmaking. Features tips, secrets and shortcuts for creating your own DVD movie or transferring old photos.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Good technical information, well presented, very orderly, VERY advanced. Challenges students to think beyond the box. "Of everything I've seen, this motivates me to learn about DVD movie making." Clearly appeals best to those interested in the subject.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Advanced. "This was too hard for me but the techies would love it." "Excellent information; I believe they know what they're talking about." "It was cool how they made transitions between chapters." "It's not like other DVDs, it teaches us something."
Runtime: 60 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 12-18
Suggested Retail Price: $ 26.96
Media: DVD ISBN # 1932198393
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EXERCISE WITH DADDY & ME
MY BABY AND ME EXERCISE
Description - Amusing program for dads looking for ways to relate to their babies. Offers ways for father and baby to interact through movement, music and massage. Features a group discussion on fatherhood. Instructors are a registered nurse and a pediatrician.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Well done, visually appealing, good pace. Useful if adults will interact with baby in the ways shown in video. Little cultural diversity. Great ideas for engaging fathers. Instruction on how to hold baby properly are not very clear.
Runtime: 50 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: ADULT-ADULT
Suggested Retail Price: $ 19.95
Media: VIDEO ISBN # 1574165006

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HOW TO PLAY THE SPOONS: MUSIC FROM THE KITCHEN
SPOON MAN, INC.
Description - Takes you through the basics of the age-old art of playing the spoons. "Spoon Man" demonstrates two methods of playing - thumbs and pointer - and correct wrist technique.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Presentation is rather dry, narration not compelling. Instructions are pretty good and address ten styles of music. Sets were not interesting. The historical background on spoons shows diversity and encourages hands-on learning.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Limited appeal. Boring to some. Others were interested enough to try playing the spoons. "Spoon Man talks too much." "I never knew you could do that with spoons." "I would like to see other people play the spoons."
Runtime: 30 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 8-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 19.95
Media: VIDEO ISBN # 09-667757-0-8

HOW TO STUDY FOR BETTER GRADES
CREATIVE STREET
Description - From the editors of World Book Encyclopedia, contains concise and easily understood strategies for building successful study skills. Produced in a hip, easy-to-follow style.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Helpful for kids having trouble in school. Somewhat dated approach, though. No mention of the Internet or computers. Many ideas are presented. Sequences are long. May be more effective if the child doesn't try to process it all at once.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Well-organized. Covers many curriculum-based concepts. Encourages kids to think, reason and question. Kids liked the music but thought it was too long. They did not remember all of the study techniques afterwards.
Runtime: 45 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 10-13
Suggested Retail Price: $ 24.95
Media: VIDEO ISBN # 1-882079-06-X

I CAN BUILD!
CAN TOO! TAPES/BELLMAN GIRLS, L.L.C.
Series: CAN TOO!
Description - Children embark on a real-life adventure designing and building a dream playhouse. Time lapse action and whimsical three-dimensional animation demonstrate the logistics of building.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Shows parents and kids of multiple ages and skills working together Talks directly to kids. Computer graphics were popular and helpful in illustrating the building process: how everything comes together from start to finish. Music is repetitive.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Great to discover that they could be a part of a building project. Sparked interest in building. Provoked lots of conversation about making things. "I'm going to draw a picture, so that I can make a castle too."
Runtime: 25 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-8
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.95
Media: VIDEO ISBN # 1-885438-00-1

I GOTTA GO
VICKILEW INC.
Description - Make potty training fun, easy and successful. Master the potty training process easily and with confidence. Pediatrician approved and recommended.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Helpful information on a tricky topic. Provides a website and toll-free number to aid parents. Catchy, repetitious music. Respectful of kids' bodies. "Hottie for the Potty" lyrics borderline. "I question the songs' effectiveness to potty train kids."
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Those in the process of being potty trained seemed enthusiastic and responded appropriately: "I have to go potty!" Older kids thought the idea of a video about the potty was hilarious but soon got restless. Littlest ones, not yet trained, wandered away.
Runtime: 30 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-4
Suggested Retail Price: $ 12.95
Media: Video and DVD
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JUGGLE TIME
JUGGLEBUG
Description - Learn confidence while learning to juggle in slow-motion by using scarves. Three colorful scarves are included in package.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Good instructional program. Age-appropriate with clear directions. The singing can become a little annoying and very silly. Nice pace.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - The rhyming and music was very annoying. Content was for older kids but the format was for younger ones. A few parts were hard to follow.
Runtime: 30 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 16.95
Media: VIDEO ISBN # 0-9615521-7-4

KARATE FOR KIDS II: INTERMEDIATE
BRIGHT IDEAS PRODUCTIONS
Series: KARATE FOR KIDS
Description - The second video in the award-winning three-part series. The upbeat music keeps the work-out fast and fun.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Best-suited for children who already have a basic knowledge of karate, since the moves are a little fast. Karate instructors did not encourage use unless accompanied by professional instruction.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Boys participated aggressively.
Runtime: 30 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 9.95
Media: Video and DVD ISBN # 1-56127-7029

KIDS GET COOKING: THE EGG
KIDVIDZ
Description - Celebration of food and cooking teaches about recipes, experiments, crafts, and more.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Good for teaching kids how to find their way around the kitchen. Instructions clear and child-centered. The food itself is nothing extraordinary but will appeal to most.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - "This is cool." Liked the idea of cooking for themselves and learning new items. Didn't like the puppets that kept interrupting the show. "I learned how to tell the difference between a hard-boiled egg and fresh one."
Runtime: 30 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 4-10
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.95
Media: VIDEO ISBN # 1-878231-02-2

KIDS' GUITAR 1
HOMESPUN TAPES
Series: KIDS' GUITAR
Description - Three easy guitar lessons introduce children to the guitar and to basic music theory. Teaches basic techniques, strumming, and eight popular songs.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Good instructional program. Meets a need for inexpensive guitar lessons and is well paced. Appropriate for a music class or on your own. Even adults interested in learning the guitar enjoyed this.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Those who already expressed an interest in learning how to play the guitar enjoyed this the most. They thought the directions were clear and the language suitable for them.
Runtime: 90 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 6-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 24.95
Media: VIDEO

LET'S CREATE ART ACTIVITIES
LET'S CREATE, INC.
Series: LET'S CREATE
Description - Teacher Ann Felice motivates kids while doing imaginative projects. Fosters respect for nature, the environment, and peers.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Presents clear ideas that encourage creativity. Best used in a setting where children can follow along with their own project or with teachers inspired to do the projects. Presentation somewhat patronizing.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - The projects were so exciting that children did not want to sit through the demonstration before starting the experiments. A little too long.
Runtime: 51 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-10
Suggested Retail Price: $ 24.95
Media: VIDEO ISBN # 1-882685-01-6

LET'S CREATE FOR HALLOWEEN
LET'S CREATE, INC.
Series: LET'S CREATE
Description - How to create seven Halloween projects.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Good ideas and illustrations for arts and crafts projects, ideal for holiday programs with teachers or parents as group leaders. Well produced. Catchy music.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Variety of projects. A lot of things they'd like to make throughout the year.
Runtime: 65 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 24.95
Media: VIDEO ISBN # 1-882685-05-9

LET'S CREATE FUN JEWELRY FOR BOYS & GIRLS
LET'S CREATE, INC.
Series: LET'S CREATE
Description - Create rings, medallions, and pins from everyday items for yourself or as a gift for someone else.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Good crafts instruction. Clear directions with interesting history included. Some projects require adult supervision and a list of needed materials. Stopping the tape in order to catch up with the instruction is useful.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Some were anxious to try some of the ideas, others were not interested at all. Boys were more interested than they thought they would be.
Runtime: 60 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 6-14
Suggested Retail Price: $ 24.95
Media: VIDEO ISBN # 1-882685-04-0

LOOK WHAT I FOUND: MAKING CODES AND SOLVING MYSTERIES
GILBERT PAGE ASSOCIATES
Series: ON MY OWN ADVENTURE
Description - Explores the scientific secrets of being a detective. Be a super sleuth with your own spy gadgets. Includes making periscope out of recycled materials, making a tin-can telephone, secret codes, fingerprint identification, and disguises.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Projects are well selected and child-appropriate. Benefits from some adult supervision. Better-suited for adults with no background in art. Use of language is sometimes inaccurate.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Interested in the subject, but some kids thought it dragged a bit. Not interested in watching again.
Runtime: 45 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-10
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.95
Media: VIDEO ISBN # 1-883784-02-6

LOOK WHAT I GREW: WINDOWSILL GARDENS
GILBERT PAGE ASSOCIATES
Series: ON MY OWN ADVENTURE
Description - Shows kids how to make nature come alive anywhere, anytime. Gives clear demonstrations that lead to "growing your own supper." Includes making a terrarium, growing your personal indoor salad garden and writing a garden journal.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Instructions are clear and child-oriented. Has potential to stimulate learning about this subject. Because many projects require a sharp knife, we recommend adult supervision. "So many ideas, it's hard to remember them all."
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Kids were eager to participate in the activities. Their curiosity level was high.
Runtime: 45 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 7-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.95
Media: VIDEO

LOOK WHAT I MADE: PAPER PLAYTHINGS AND GIFTS
GILBERT PAGE ASSOCIATES
Series: ON MY OWN ADVENTURE
Description - A variety of things to make and enjoy. Get out the scissors, paper, and tape. Imagine your kids' pleasure when they make a bouquet of flowers, a party pi�ata, and hats or even a newspaper hammock from watching this video.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Excellent for teaching crafts. Better suited to adults with no background in art.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Ingenious activities. Wanted to see it over and over.
Runtime: 45 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 6-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.95
Media: VIDEO ISBN # 1-883784-00-X

MAGIC OF MARTIAL ARTS, THE: POWER WITHOUT VIOLENCE
MAGIC OF MARTIAL ARTS PRODUCTIONS Click to purchase directly from the producer
Description - Master Eastwest, a playful martial artist, teaches kids the ethics of how to use karate�and when not to use it. Magic tricks, jokes and music mix with interactive karate instruction. Includes self-defense and non-violent conflict resolution techniques.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Entertaining, well produced, many positive messages. Emphasizes using karate skills only to defend yourself and even then, only enough to ward off an attacker and give you a chance to get away. Great music. Good diversity.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Enjoyed the combination of magic and karate, especially the boys. Kids danced along and predictably, followed the viewing with play kicks. Certainly stimulated discussion about studying karate and how you can't learn it by just looking at a video.
Runtime: 30 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 6-10
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.95
Media: DVD ISBN # 1574165010

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MAGICFRANK'S LESSONS IN MAGIC: EVEN MORE MAGIC 4 FUN DVD
MAGICFRANK'S LESSONS IN MAGIC
Series: INDEPENDENT FEATURE, AGES 5-12
Description - Frank DeMasi teaches 22 new tricks with everyday objects; including cotton balls, crayons, pencils, sponges, coins and even a few card tricks.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Well presented. The magic tricks are explained and broken down into minute explanations. Pretty dry presentation that appeals to a specific audience - one that wants to learn how to do magic tricks. The presentation is laid out very methodically - one trick after another. First, the trick is named, then demonstrated, then explained. Gives the audience language to use with their presentation. Tricks are generally simple and props needed are not out of line but easy to find. There are young assistants used, both boys and girls, which will appeal to the audience. I wish there was more interaction and surprise. Some language is too advanced for the target age such as "reverse count force." Production is very low budget, one camera, with limited camera angles, no panning, no background music. Magic Frank's head is fuzzy at times.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Kids who are into magic would like this a lot. Others did not stay with it as they got bored. "It needs a little David Copperfield." "The magician is nice and his helpers are too." "It was boring because it's just one trick after another." "I love magic and I would like to take this home so I can learn the tricks."
Runtime: 72 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.95
Media: DVD ISBN # 978-0-9716139-8-0

MAGICFRANK'S: MAGIC 4 FUN WITH EVERYDAY OBJECTS
MAGICFRANK'S LESSONS IN MAGIC
Series: MAGICFRANK'S LESSONS IN MAGIC
Description - The colorful Magic Frank shows kids how to perform 21 tricks with everyday items, such as rubber bands, paper clips and sugar packets.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Clear and precise presentation. Magic Frank is a good teacher - pleasant and respectful of kids' thinking skills. No tricks are too intricate for the kids to understand. Good, hands-on activity title for groups of kids. Audio track is inconsistent.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Fascinated most. Many went looking on the Internet and in the library for more material. "Can I see that trick again?" "Can I try that one?" "No one on drugs can do these tricks!" "I can't show my friends because then they would know the secrets."
Runtime: 56 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 6-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.95
Media: VIDEO ISBN # 0-9716139-1-5

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MAGICFRANK'S: SVENGALI DECK, THE
MAGICFRANK'S LESSONS IN MAGIC
Series: MAGICFRANK'S LESSONS IN MAGIC
Description - The colorful Frank DeMasi demonstrates 15 tricks with a Svengali deck of cards and five tricks with a regular deck. Both decks are included with the video set.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Good content and good teaching. Clear and comprehensible. Consistent approach throughout - not condescending. Tricks are easy enough to understand but difficult enough for kids to impress their friends. Encourages communication and cooperation.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Most just loved it, especially those already interested in magic. Even kids too young to actually do the tricks enjoyed watching older ones learn and perform them. "Watch this, you'll never EVER figure out it works!" "These tricks are cool."
Runtime: 59 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 6-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.95
Media: VIDEO ISBN # 0-971613907

MAGICFRANK'S: TAPERED DECK VIDEO, THE
MAGICFRANK'S LESSONS IN MAGIC
Series: MAGICFRANK'S LESSONS IN MAGIC
Description - This video consists of twenty tricks, fifteen tricks with a tapered deck and five with a regular deck.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Good for a budding magician. Explanations are well done, accurate and age-appropriate. Moves from simple tricks to more complicated with easy-to-follow instructions which are repeated. Simple production values, talking head format, clear videography.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Engaging, most kids like magic and learning how to do tricks. "We want to watch it again until we can do the tricks." "It really shows how to do the tricks." Their favorite part was the invisible thread trick.
Runtime: 59 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 6-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.95
Media: VIDEO ISBN # 0-9716139-2-3
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MAGICFRANK'S: VANISHING VIDEO, THE
MAGICFRANK'S LESSONS IN MAGIC
Series: MAGICFRANK'S LESSONS IN MAGIC
Description - Consists of 23 vanishing tricks, from silks, sugar, paper, money and even a crayon.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Clear and concise instructions and demonstrations on how to perform magic tricks with ordinary household items or special props, which are included. Repeats difficult parts. Simple production. Good resource for magic enthusiast.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Kids liked the props and tried all the tricks they saw. "I could actually do a magic trick after watching this. The best part was being able to make a scarf disappear and I'm only eight." "I like how he shows the trick and then explains how to do it."
Runtime: 52 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 6-10
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.95
Media: VIDEO ISBN # 0-9716139-3-1
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MY FIRST MAGIC VIDEO
SONY WONDER - NYC
Series: MY FIRST
Description - Teaches how to create a magic show. Based on the popular "My First Book" series.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Well produced, child oriented. Safety is emphasized. Interactivity is not encouraged, however, and the focus is more on crafts than magic. It requires a lot of cutting and glueing. The adult instruction is dry and often dull.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Kids liked it but said that it moved too fast to learn the tricks. One older child said she would have preferred seeing kids do the activities.
Runtime: 45 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 8-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 12.98
Media: VIDEO ISBN # 1-56406804-8

MY FIRST PARTY VIDEO
SONY WONDER - NYC
Series: MY FIRST
Description - How to create a party, based on the kids book series.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Presents fun party ideas. Requires adult supervision for younger kids. Safety orientation is age-appropriate. Parents will appreciate the quality instruction. The cooking segment shows only girls participating, no boys. Sometimes patronizing.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Liked the suggestions and wanted to try the activities. They did, however, want to see more kid interaction in the video. "Some of the food looked yucky."
Runtime: 45 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 12.98
Media: VIDEO ISBN # 1-56406-805-6

PARTY GAMES
ACTION GAMES
Series: ACTION GAMES
Description - Teachers, parents and caregivers can utilize these games for an entertaining, non-competitive experience. All children are winners.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Delightful ideas for easy, inexpensive games. Information about the skills these activities help cultivate. Simply produced with captions that emphasize certain points. Little diversity. Useful for both parents or providers.
Runtime: 25 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: ADULT-ADULT
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.95
Media: VIDEO

PAWS, CLAWS, FEATHERS & FINS
KIDVIDZ
Series: KID'S GUIDE TO PETS, A
Description - Generally, kids receive little preparation for living with and caring for pets. This program helps families make appropriate choices in pet selection, and emphasizes both the joys and the responsibilities of living with a pet.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Practical information about every aspect of having a pet. Shows children speaking about and working gently with animals. Can be broken into segments to absorb the material. Teaches gentleness and responsibility. Could be useful for families.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Eager to discuss their pets following their viewing. "We talked about being gentle, kind, and caring for our pets." It's very age-appropriate, and the children appreciate the new information.
Runtime: 30 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.95
Media: VIDEO ISBN # 8-78231-05-7

PIGGY BANKS TO MONEY MARKETS
KIDVIDZ
Series: KID'S GUIDE TO DOLLARS AND SENSE, A
Description - American children spend over $6 billion annually but have a limited understanding of money and how it works. Presents the ins and outs of earning, saving, and spending.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Clear, informative, lively, and believable presentation of some complex topics. Shows how some children make mistakes and try again. Should stir an interest in saving, investing, keeping records, and enterprise. Good diversity.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Prompted a lot of discussion about personal experiences with allowances, garage sales, savings, and money in general. "It would be great to earn my own money." Kids were fascinated and wanted to watch it again.
Runtime: 30 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.95
Media: VIDEO ISBN # 8-78231-06-5

PIRATE DRAWING ADVENTURE
MOODOO PRODUCTIONS, INC.
Series: INDEPENDENT FEATURE, AGES 5-12
Description - Join a Pirate Princess on a daring adventure as you learn how to draw! Artist Michael Moodoo shows viewers how to use Secret Shapes to create a cutlass, Jolly Roger, pirate ship, parrot, treasure chest, sea monster, Skull Island and more.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Clear instructions and a timely subject for kids. Well done, clear instructions, divided into sections so it is easy to jump to a particular section. Well organized. Not too complicated, the delivery is well designed for the target audience. Clear images; audio. The host's costume is a bit corny but it still works. The drawing subjects - pirates, treasure, swords - are themes that appeal to kids.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Enjoyable. "I like art in school. I liked seeing how you draw sharks and pirates." "The man in the costume taught us how to draw." "There were no put downs or bad behavior." "I really liked the pirate costumes." One six-year-old boy who loves to draw loved it. He was very engaged, immediately grabbed his paper tablet and crayons and drew along to the entire program. His comment about the host, "He is like my teacher. He taught me how to draw pirates and pirate stuff."
Runtime: 80 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 29.99
Media: DVD ISBN # 978-0-9762454-6-9

SECRETS OF MAGIC WITH DIKKI ELLIS
VIDEO VACATIONS
Description - Dikki Ellis shares his special blend of comedy and magic as well as the actual secrets of how to do magic tricks. Presents basic performing tips to build skills and confidence, followed by step-by-step instructions.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Has great potential for involvement and fun. Helps to have the materials ready beforehand so kids can learn along with video. "Ellis offers some valuable and fairly sophisticated hints on presentation."
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - This video includes a lot of information. Some students took notes in order to remember everything. "Let's do that trick." Kids wanted to learn more original magic tricks in addition to those shown in the video.
Runtime: 30 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 8-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.95
Media: VIDEO

SQUIGGLES, DOTS AND LINES
KIDVIDZ
Description - Ed Emberly presents his drawing alphabet as a tool for kids to unlock their creativity. The on-camera kids share stories, make cards and books, create a giant mural, and get ready for a party.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Simple production with good ideas and an excellent introduction to drawing.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Wanted to try their hand at drawing right away.
Runtime: 25 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.95
Media: VIDEO ISBN # 1-878231-00-6

THREE R'S FOR SPECIAL EDUCATION, THE
EDVANTAGE MEDIA, INC.
Description - Practical guide designed for parents of children with special needs. Professionals and experienced parents explain how to advocate on behalf of such children. Discusses parental rights, legal underpinnings and processes of special education.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Empowering, helpful and reassuring. Offers an excellent resource targeted for parents of children with special needs. Discusses financial issues. Thorough and careful presentation for parents of children with special needs.
Runtime: 60 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: ADULT-ADULT
Suggested Retail Price: $ 50
Media: VIDEO ISBN # 0-9646168-1-5

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TOUCANZ TRAIL OBSTACLE ADVENTURE
AVID IDEAS
Series: TOUCANZ
Description - A fun fitness video that leads kids through an imaginary obstacle course including challenges like rope climbing and running through tires. The kids in the video demonstrate most of the moves and an animated trail map reinforces their progress.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Well produced, good pace. Suggestions for the backyard obstacle course using yarn are creative and simple. Kids are invited to engage - from setting up their own course to determining the number of jumps. Good gender role models.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Big hit! Even the four-year-old joined in. They loved the climbing wall. During the bicycle movements, one boy said, "I see a tree up ahead." Some exercises they recognized from school. A bunch of kids are planning an obstacle adventure for the spring.
Runtime: 42 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.95
Media: DVD ISBN # 097434343005
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UKULELE FOR KIDS PART ONE AND TWO
HOMESPUN TAPES
Description - Child-friendly lessons give kids an early start on music-making. Ginger, a lovable dog puppet, helps Marcy teach ten basic chords, plus ear training, music theory, strumming techniques, and several popular songs, including "Skip To My Lou."
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Good production that appeals to a special audience. Some jurors felt that the dog puppet was too babyish.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Not surprisingly, those more interested in music were most interested. "The ukulele is difficult to play."
Runtime: 100 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 6-10
Suggested Retail Price: $ 39.9
Media: VIDEO

WAI LANA'S LITTLE YOGIS, VOL. 1
WAI LANA PRODUCTIONS
Series: WAI LANA'S LITTLE YOGI'S
Description - Introduces the whole family to yoga. Kids stretch and strengthen their growing bodies, sharpen their minds and improve their balance and coordination. These are healthy habits with life long benefits.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Very imaginative, relaxing, and fun! Addresses breathing and physiology. Well organized, flows well. Short segments good for this age. Adults enjoyed participating as well. Narrator's voice annoyed some. Simple production. Beautiful Hawaiian setting.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Fun. "I like to exercise. It's good for your body." "I liked the animal stretches; the beetle & butterfly were my favorites." "I like the songs, especially the snake one." "It's a little slow."
Runtime: 30 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-8
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.95
Media: DVD ISBN # 1932493131

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WAI LANA'S LITTLE YOGIS, VOL. 2
WAI LANA PRODUCTIONS
Series: WAI LANA'S LITTLE YOGI'S
Description - Introduces the whole family to yoga. Kids stretch and strengthen their growing bodies, sharpen their minds and improve their balance and coordination - healthy habits that will benefit them forever.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Loved it. "I can't wait to share it with the kids." Humorous, appealing music, animals and cartoons. Smooth transitions from animation to live action. Lovely Hawaiian set with Asian host. Nothing is too difficult to recreate. Promotes healthy lifestyle.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - They liked the cartoons and doing the postures. "It gave me muscles. I like the camel." "It's pretty cool." "We sang, did the elephant, the bear, and the warrior." One girl was simply entranced, while the boys -at least one - were expecting karate.
Runtime: 30 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-8
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.95
Media: DVD ISBN # 193249314X

WAI LANA'S LITTLE YOGIS: DAYDREAM CD
WAI LANA PRODUCTIONS
Series: WAI LANA'S LITTLE YOGI'S
Description - Wai Lana combines ancient yoga relaxation techniques and quiet music to bring a deep sense of calm and inner balance to children. Whether your kids are too active or just need to rest, the Daydream CD will introduce them to the benefits of yoga. includes two tracks, each containing guided relaxation, original songs, and recordings of ocean waves. From Wai Lana, host of the long-running PBS series Wai Lana Yoga.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Peaceful and nice. Encourages relaxation and imagination; good nap time CD for a daycare or bedtime music. Soothing voice wraps the listener with messages of love and peace.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Put them to sleep. "I like to sleep. It's nice to listen to when I'm going to sleep." "I thought about getting cozy and resting." Found the music pleasing: "The music is haunting." "The lady sings pretty."
Runtime: 75 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 1-5
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.95
Media: AUDIO

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WWW.RADICALMAN.COM
SKOODLES, INC - NY
Series: WWW.RADICALMAN.COM
Description - Offers a menagerie of options ranging from tips on drawing cartoons to reading stories. Includes coloring pages, puzzles and comics. Requires shockwave.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Simple, easy-to-use. Navigation is confusing because of advertising layout. Lacks creative or open-ended activities. Comic area is more adult-oriented computer humor. Like the coloring book section's paint color selection.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Limited interest. Kids liked copying the illustrations of animals and dinosaurs. "I wish the postcards had more to say than simply asking a friend out to lunch." "The puzzle was kind of hard, but I liked it."

KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 7-9
Suggested Retail Price: $ 0
Media: Website

WWW.TAX.GOV/KIDS
SKOODLES, INC - NY
Series: WWW.TAX.GOV/KIDS
Description - Explains the process of starting a business, paying taxes and filing reports. Also explains the purpose of paying taxes. Requires plug-ins.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Easy-to-use. Dull. Good resource for teachers. Text heavy. Provides information in simple, straightforward manner. We had difficulty with plug-ins freezing our jurors' computers.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Kids didn't really get into this. "The business game was fun. I didn't care about the rest." "There were lots of words I didn't understand." "The rock star game was a cool way to learn about business." "It gave me an idea for my own business."

KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 10-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 0
Media: Website

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