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

The SPEC INT category has 57 KIDS FIRST! endorsed titles
Below are records 1 - 50 of them
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ASTRONOMY 101: A FAMILY ADVENTURE
MAZON PRODUCTIONS INC.
Description - For those that have looked at the night sky and wondered what is really up there, join Michelle and her mother as they explore the night sky together.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Use of mother-and-daughter team was refreshing. Showing women in science is an intelligent move. Effectively combines information and entertainment in a visually compelling format.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Enjoyed the pictures of the night sky and the stars. Some of information was much too complicated and technical for the children. Students who are star watchers enjoyed it the most.
Runtime: 25 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 6-14
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.95
Media: VIDEO ISBN # 0-9639299-1-7

BABY GENIUS: MOZART AND FRIENDS, VOLUME I
GENIUS PRODUCTS Click to purchase directly from the producer
Series: BABY GENIUS VIDEO SERIES
Description - Combines classical music and engaging animated images that introduce numbers, letters, shapes, animals and other babies.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Wonderfully choreographed. Well paced, age-appropriate. Appealing colors and music with smooth transitions and good balance of images. A thoroughly enjoyable experience that an adult can share with a child.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Captivated them. Kids were glued to the screen and readily responded to familiar objects. They pretended to be airplanes and responded to the animals with animal sounds. "They begged to see it again. I couldn't rewind it fast enough."
Runtime: 36 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 0-2
Suggested Retail Price: $ 12.98
Media: VIDEO

This title is available for purchase from GENIUS PRODUCTS

BABY GENIUS: MOZART AND FRIENDS, VOLUME II: SLEEPYTIME
GENIUS PRODUCTS Click to purchase directly from the producer
Series: BABY GENIUS VIDEO SERIES
Description - The music of Mozart and other great classical composers are joined by beautiful images to relax and soothe your infant. Offers a steady stream of changing colors, letters, shapes, animals and other babies.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Enjoyed the sound quality and the cinematography featuring children involved in everyday activities such as blowing bubbles or playing in the sand. Images of flowers, fish, animals and geometric forms flow continuously. Encourages parent involvement.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Enjoyed the familiar scenes of children playing, especially the water and boat scenes. Mobile infants scooted closer to the screen. Some danced. They all responded happily to the animal scenes.
Runtime: 36 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 1-3
Suggested Retail Price: $ 12.98
Media: VIDEO

This title is available for purchase from GENIUS PRODUCTS

BABY LONGHORN - RAISING TOMORROW'S UT FAN TODAY!
TEAM BABY ENTERTAINMENT, LP
Series: TEAM BABY ENTERTAINMENT PRESENTS
Description - Baby Longhorn uses officially licensed footage of Longhorn sports, mascot, marching band and campus attractions to expose children to the University of Texas in an exciting and playful manner.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Marginal viewing for infants. Geared for UT alumni and football fanatics. Mixes kids concepts such as numbers and marching band music while taking adults on a trip down memory lane. Rough ball playing could be frightening to infants. "Incoherent melange of screaming adults, toddlers and noise."
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Held their attention only for short segments. When it came back on they sat down to watch more. They talked to the screen, danced to the music, and talked about what they saw on the screen. Enjoyed listening to the band music and liked the "cows." One child responded to the number exercise.
Runtime: 31 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 1-3
Suggested Retail Price: $ 12.99
Media: DVD ISBN # 0976348802
This title is available for purchase from Amazon.com

BACKYARD BASEBALL 2007
HUMONGOUS ENTERTAINMENT Click to purchase directly from the producer
Series: BACKYARD SPORTS
Description - Fifth iteration of best-selling youth baseball video game. Only kids' baseball game with Major League Baseball licenses. Features top MLB pros as kids. Includes all thirty Major League teams in realistic fields and environments. Game is easy for rookies, yet challenging for veterans. Works in full season or single game mode.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Fun, wholesome, non-violent entertainment. Teaches about the game of baseball. Installation is a breeze. "An eight-year-old picked it up and showed me how to use it." Graphics are great. Audio is first class. The design is easy to navigate and the difficulty of the games easy to control.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Really easy to figure out how to play. You can play mini games like the Home Run Derby and you can play with another person by linking. You can pick what team you want to be on. You can choose your players and position them where you want them. You can also choose how you want to hit the ball, like bunting, line drift, power hitting, and grounder. It's fun and easy to learn and really fun to play. Girls loved it as much as boys. Challenging for a variety of ages, including adults.

KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 29.95
Media: Videogame

This title is available for purchase from HUMONGOUS ENTERTAINMENT

BAKU THE TRAVEL BUG: MAKING FRIENDS AROUND THE WORLD

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

BAKU THE TRAVEL BUG: MAKING FRIENDS AROUND THE WORLD
WORLD NOTES
Series: BAKU THE TRAVEL BUG
Description - Baku the Travel Bug says, "Hola! Namaste! And Hello!" Baku is a loveable travel bug who lives inside the travel bag of his best friend and travel partner, Aunt Sydney. When children from the neighborhood visit Aunt Sydney's house, Baku pops out of the bag to share pictures from his magical Scrapbook. As Scrapbook makes the pictures come to life, children visit Mexico, India and Lebanon. Between making tostadas, dressing up in a sari, spinning the big globe, and learning to dance - Lebanese style! - kids will love this virtual adventure to faraway places and making friends around the world.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - A great way to teach children and parents about other countries and some basic words from foreign languages. Language is taught through real life scenes such as cooking and learning Spanish words for the foods they make. Blends puppetry and live action beautifully as it tours the world. Children are encouraged to participate in many ways, through interactive questions and dancing. Baku and his friends are very polite.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Kids loved it. Really enjoyed the dancing and the cooking. Asked to see it again and again. They liked learning about other countries and cultures. Practiced saying new words they learned in different languages. "One five year old watched it at a later date and wrote down all the words in the other languages with their translations." Kids wanted to learn how to make tostados from Mexico and sweets from India. "I want to cook like that." "They were kind to each other and shared things and gave gifts." "It was great."
Runtime: 30 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-7
Suggested Retail Price: $ 16.99
Media: DVD ISBN # 7/30/2005

BEACH, THE
ELBEE PRODUCTIONS
Series: ELBEE'S BABIES PLAYING SERIES
Description - A non-scripted, non-narrative action-oriented production showing babies between infancy and four years. Outdoor activities are filmed with natural sounds and music. It is simple and fun, showing contentment and joy.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Good shots of babies walking, eating and playing. Shows happy, positive emotions. Babies putting sandy things into their mouths disturbed some. Not much diversity. Jurors objected to the description on the box calling the tape a "baby-sitter."
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Evoked some interest but not a great deal. They wandered in and out while viewing, which is a natural response for this age. Kids asked why there was only music, no talking. Program could be used to prepare for or reminisce about a trip to the beach.
Runtime: 30 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 0-3
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.95
Media: VIDEO ISBN # 4-9595-1112-3

BETHANY HAMILTON'S 90-DAY DEVOTIONAL
IAMPLIFY Click to purchase directly from the producer

This title has online video!
Series: INDEPENDENT FEATURE, AGES 8-12
Description - Since losing her arm to a tiger shark at 13, Bethany Hamilton is using her experience to become an inspiration to others. In these downloads, she shares her courage and enthusiasm for God, inspiring girls to take on life & be strong in their faith.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Animated story based on Bethany Hamilton's story. Inclusion of Scripture passages relate to everyday life experiences. It has a Christian focus, with references not just to the Bible but to Jesus. Jurors commented, "I particularly liked the Scripture passages for each day and found them as appropriate for myself as for the target audience. The DVD starts with a prayer and devotional." Colorful 2D animation, short segments and very respectful of audience. Very suitable for a Christian Bible study leader.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Big hit with Christian children. "I liked it. It was awesome." "It was cool - Bethany has some good ideas to share." The viewers commented on the animation and how much they enjoyed it. Others felt it wasn't glitzy enough and didn't hold up to what they were accustomed to. Several said they would use this as it was intended - as a daily devotional. Others said "Bethany Hamilton is a great role model because she is living her life for God, regardless of personal circumstances."
Runtime: 177 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 8-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 39.95
Media: DVD

This title is available for purchase from IAMPLIFY

BIG AIRCRAFT CARRIER, THE
LITTLE MAMMOTH MEDIA Click to purchase directly from the producer
Series: REAL LIFE ADVENTURES
Description - Offers a behind-the-scenes look at flight operations and life on board a floating city of six thousand crew members. Music, child narration, and voice-over of pilots enhance this tour.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Good production, clearly presented, and shows cooperation. It's well paced and informative and has an excellent female role models. "Kids should love this."
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Impressed by the size of the aircraft carrier and it functions. Kids enjoyed seeing different pilots, planes and how they take off.
Runtime: 40 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-8
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.95
Media: VIDEO

This title is available for purchase from LITTLE MAMMOTH MEDIA

BIG AQUARIUM, THE
LITTLE MAMMOTH MEDIA Click to purchase directly from the producer
Series: BIG ADVENTURE SERIES
Description - Visit the largest freshwater aquarium in the world in Chattanooga, TN. Shows hundreds of fish and animals from various habitats, divers feeding fish and looks behind-the-scenes at the control center, the veterinarian and the research lab.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Wonderful footage of a wide variety of aquatic plants, animals and fish. Eye-catching and informative. This would be a great tool for ocean studies. Fosters an appreciation for aquatic life as well as interest in unique species.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Colorful, scientific, cool. Great animals. "I loved the colors of the fish." Showed people working with the animals. "I'd like to work there."
Runtime: 48 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-8
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.95
Media: DVD ISBN # 0-9644581-7-9

This title is available for purchase from LITTLE MAMMOTH MEDIA

BIG PARK, THE
LITTLE MAMMOTH MEDIA Click to purchase directly from the producer
Series: BIG ADVENTURE SERIES
Description - Explores Yellowstone National Park, its wildlife and the people who preserve it. Explains how animals are monitored and how the wolf program safeguards an endangered species. Shows firefighters and rescue helicopters and discusses geothermal systems.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Educational but needs supplementary explanation. Teaches a lot about parks. Explanations are educationally sound and authentically depicted. Beautiful scenery. Pace is a little slow.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Mixed reaction. Kids said they wouldn't want to sit at home and watch it, but they would in school. The narrator spoke too fast and was difficult to understand. It made them want to visit a park. They loved the images of the bubbling water.
Runtime: 48 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 6-11
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.95
Media: VIDEO

This title is available for purchase from LITTLE MAMMOTH MEDIA

BIG PLANE TRIP, THE
LITTLE MAMMOTH MEDIA Click to purchase directly from the producer
Series: REAL LIFE ADVENTURES
Description - Offers a behind-the-scenes look at the operations of an international flight from a child's point of view, with a child narrator, lively music and graphics.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Informative. Shows all the jobs on airlines. Child narrator, asking questions works well in the format. Lots of technical information and detail. A little long for audience to watch all in one sitting.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - The narration helped the children understand the presentation. Younger children lost interest when the information became too technical. They enjoyed the scenes in Switzerland.
Runtime: 45 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-10
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.95
Media: VIDEO ISBN # 0-9644581-0-1

This title is available for purchase from LITTLE MAMMOTH MEDIA

BIG RENOVATION, THE
LITTLE MAMMOTH MEDIA Click to purchase directly from the producer
Series: BIG ADVENTURE SERIES
Description - Shows a home renovation from the ground up, including demolition, framing, plumbing, electrical wiring, and heating, ventilating and air conditioning. Visits the architect, builder, an entomologist, a tile factory and a sawmill.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - While the explanations are good, it moves too slowly. Content is straightforward, easily understood, presented in a safe and wholesome setting. Young people learn of safety and following proper procedures around construction sites.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - "I learned how it takes a lot of people and materials to build a house." Too long, but they liked seeing the finished house and the steps it took to get there. Uses technical terms beyond kids' comprehension.
Runtime: 48 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 6-10
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.95
Media: VIDEO ISBN # 0-9644581-6-0

This title is available for purchase from LITTLE MAMMOTH MEDIA

BIG SPACE SHUTTLE, THE
LITTLE MAMMOTH MEDIA Click to purchase directly from the producer
Series: BIG ADVENTURE SERIES
Description - Explores the behind-the-scenes action at the space shuttle program, including the astronaut training, the crew roles, shuttle maintenance and orbital gravity experiments.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - A big hit. Everyone liked the narrator, the backstage look and seeing real astronauts. A look at a topic kids relate to. "It was great to watch with my child, interesting, no violence and a great learning tool," one mom said.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Captured kids' interest and motivated further inquiry into the subject. Kids liked it because it was real. They particularly enjoyed the launch. "Everything in it is great." "I liked seeing the girl scientists."
Runtime: 50 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 6-10
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.95
Media: DVD ISBN # 0-9644581-4-4

This title is available for purchase from LITTLE MAMMOTH MEDIA

BIG SUBMARINE, THE
LITTLE MAMMOTH MEDIA Click to purchase directly from the producer
Series: BIG ADVENTURE SERIES
Description - Voyage under the sea with the crew of a giant Trident submarine. See what it's like to live underwater for months at a time. Discover how submarines work. Visits the bridge, the kitchens and more.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Good presentation, easy to understand. Child narrators enhance appeal. Offers limited information about nuclear technology. Little diversity shown in terms of race or gender.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Presentation is a little long. Kids enjoyed seeing the behind-the-scene shots of a real submarine. They commented about the teamwork that was represented.
Runtime: 40 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 7-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.95
Media: VIDEO

This title is available for purchase from LITTLE MAMMOTH MEDIA

BIG ZOO, THE
LITTLE MAMMOTH MEDIA Click to purchase directly from the producer
Series: REAL LIFE ADVENTURES
Description - Learn why zebras have stripes and flamingos are pink. Shows feeding day at the reptile house at the zoo - and much more.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Offers a guided tour of the zoo, from out front and behind the scenes. "The people working in the zoo were shown to be such caring people." A good resource tool for classroom or home. Jurors objected to all the commercials at the start.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Impressed by seeing what the different animals eat and how the zookeepers take care of everything. They wanted to go to the zoo afterwards. "I like the real pictures, they made me want to go to the zoo."
Runtime: 45 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-8
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.95
Media: VIDEO ISBN # 0-9644581-1-X

This title is available for purchase from LITTLE MAMMOTH MEDIA

BOULDER & MAUI BABIES
ELBEE PRODUCTIONS
Series: ELBEE'S BABIES PLAYING SERIES
Description - A non-scripted, non-narrative, action-oriented production featuring infants and toddlers to age four. Outdoor activities are filmed with natural sounds and music. It is simple and fun.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Shows affection in a calming way. Learning to play with puppies and kittens is good modeling behavior for this age. The content is mostly soothing music set to visuals. Offer little educational or developmental value.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Okay. Limited interest to babies - does not hold their interest for long. Toddlers wander in and out of room. Some ignored it completely. This could be useful for quiet time/nap/bedtime.
Runtime: 30 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 0-2
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.95
Media: VIDEO ISBN # 4-9595-1110-3

BRAD'S BUCKETLOADER BIRTHDAY (VHS)
BUILDER'S EYE PRODUCTION CO. INC.
Description - Brad shares a great birthday party event with his friends: they get to "help" demolish and repair a driveway with real equipment and a real crew. Watch as Brad's crew learn the importance of sharing and the value of teamwork.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Popular topic at a slow pace. Easy language; pop-up words for emerging readers. Good manners and generational mix. Home-video feel. Kids appear to operate equipment; hard hats not always worn. "Kids shouldn't be encouraged to play around heavy equipment."
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Watched intently at first. "I like the gears and the big load part." "I like the big rocks." Didn't consistently hold their interest. "It's not too bad, but it's not too good." One boy went to find a tractor to ride. "I want to ride it like those kids."
Runtime: 35 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-5
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.99
Media: VIDEO

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BRATZ THE VIDEO: STARRIN' & STYLIN'
TWENTIETH CENTURY FOX HOME ENTERTAINMENT Click to purchase directly from the producer
Description - Packaged in an ultra-hip purse, the DVD and VHS flaunt the film, one rockin' music video, and specially created outtakes.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Worrisome superficial values in otherwise acceptable story. Hip music. Teen themes (fashion, makeup, prom) promote materialism and vanity. No sexuality, violence or ugly language. Shows mult-cultural friendship, loyalty, forgiveness and achievement.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Yep, girls liked it, even one 12-year-old girl who just made the football team. "They talks the way we do. We act like them and pretty much think like them - except not that much about clothes." "I liked it, but it didn't move me like some movies do."

KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 11-17
Suggested Retail Price: $ 17.98
Media: DVD
This title is available for purchase from Amazon.com

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

DIGITAL VIDEO EDITING
GOLDEN ZAH PRODUCTIONS
Series: YOUNG FILMMAKERS CLUB, THE
Description - Focuses on traditional motion picture editing using non-linear editing (NLE) software. Host Logan O'Brien guiges the audience through the video editing process. Apple Comuter iMovie is used to demonstrate these techniquies with the skills applying to most any NLE system. An in-depth discussion includes NLE systems, connecting the camera and importing footage, applying movie style edits and assisting the storytelling process through editing. Additional editing formats are descrived and explained including the montage, adding voice over and appllying transitions.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - recommended
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - recommended
Runtime: 26 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 8-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 29.95
Media: DVD
This title is available for purchase from Amazon.com

FARM COUNTRY AHEAD
FRED LEVINE PRODUCTIONS, DBA LITTLE HARDHATS
Series: LITTLE HARDHATS
Description - Takes kids for a close-up view of the tools and big machines that grow and harvest foods. Includes a behind-the-scenes look at how peanut butter, jelly, bread and potato chips are made.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Fun, educational. Shows how each food in the host's lunchbox is made as well as the hard work and the many steps involved in growing and preparing food. "Teachers could use this with the first grade social studies curriculum."
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Prompted lots of interest and discussion. "We learned how peanut butter is made." "Can we make potato chips?" "I saw how they used cow poop!" "Can I go to a real farm and ride on a tractor?"
Runtime: 46 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 3-6
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.95
Media: VIDEO ISBN # 0963356216

FRANKLIN AND THE SECRET CLUB
UNIVERSAL STUDIOS HOME VIDEO Click to purchase directly from the producer
Series: FRANKLIN THE TURTLE
Description - Based on the book series by Brenda Clark and Paulette Bourgeois, Franklin the Turtle teaches children how to solve problems on their own, although sometimes he does still need help from his parents or friends. the characters on the show as role models for ideal behavior, even though they aren't always perfect. In this episode, when Porcupine, jealous of Franklin's popularity, creates a secret club for the sole purpose of keeping him out, Franklin teaches her the true meaning of friendship.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Content is refreshingly meaningful. Issues of friendship, belonging and honesty are dealt with appropriately and relevantly in situations common to preschoolers - teasing, exclusion and sharing. High learning potential.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Captivating. They wanted to see it again immediately. Kids seemed sensitive to Franklin's feelings. "We could watch it together and laugh." "Made me think about being nice."
Runtime: 25 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-5
Suggested Retail Price: $ 12.95
Media: VIDEO

This title is available for purchase from UNIVERSAL STUDIOS HOME VIDEO

FROM GIRL TO WOMAN
WOMAN WISDOM CORP Click to purchase directly from the producer
Description - Explores multi-cultural coming of age rites and traditions, providing a new paradigm in reproductive health education that is designed to inspire girls to cherish their bodies, develop a positive self image, and make empowered choices.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Very open and informative discussion about menstruation. Probably best watched with an adult. Points out how every girl is unique in terms of timing and physical attributes, gives proper names for anatomical parts, and offers a look at rites of passage ceremonies worldwide. Doesn't discuss conception of a baby at all. Sticks to topic on hand.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Definitely a topic kids are sensitive about. Eleven-year-old girls commented: "It shows what to expect when I get my first period. I'm not as fearful or confused now. It's a normal part of becoming a woman." They enjoyed seeing how other cultures celebrate this rite of passage, and loved seeing how Indian girls are feasted and given gifts in their honor.
Runtime: 50 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 9-13
Suggested Retail Price: $ 24.95
Media: DVD ISBN # 0976849828

This title is available for purchase from WOMAN WISDOM CORP

GET FIT! FOR PRE-SCHOOLERS!
COALITION FOR QUALITY CHILDREN'S MEDIA
Series: COLLECTIONS
Description - Includes:
Yoga Kids (96204) $9.98
Finger Plays with "Miss Lori" (202080) $12.99
Nursery Tap, Hip to Toe (204081) $21.95
Value = $44.92
Runtime: 86 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-5
Suggested Retail Price: $ 44.92
Media: DVD

HI DADDY!
ELC PRODUCTIONS, LLC
Series: HI DADDY!
Description - Captures the magic created when dads play with their babies. Babies will hear familiar tunes, watch laughing faces similar to their own and tumble with their fathers.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Dads who watched this were amused but not eager to watch again. Songs were familiar. Shows good racial diversity and a pleasant interaction between parent and child. Poor production quality and nothing to hold a baby's attention.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Even older children were delighted to see the daddies for short periods of time. Initially there was a lot of pointing and bouncing to the music, but overall they were easily bored. The children enjoyed the music and laughed at times.
Runtime: 30 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 0-2
Suggested Retail Price: $ 12.95
Media: VIDEO ISBN # 1-887102-63-9

HIP HOP FOR KIDS: SCHOOL HOUSE HOP
JUMPING FISH PRODUCTIONS
Series: INDEPENDENT SHORT, AGES 5-12
Description - Hey kids, check it out! Join Hip Hop great Roger G in his latest DVD. Dance, groove, stretch and have fun while learning all the latest moves like the chicken noodle soup, the snap, walk it out, and more. Watch Gaby, Amanda, D, Tremell and Jermain freestyle, break and spin as Roger G leads them through a totally phat hip hop workout. This easy to follow 45 minutes DVD includes exciting live performances and will have kids from ages 6-14 up having fun and dancing in no time.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Teaches hip hop dance slowly and methodically. The onscreen kids are very enthusiastic and good role models. The production is pretty simple and amateurish - shot with one camera and set in a gymnasium with bleachers and mats in the background. Not fancy but it is clear and to the point. The addition of nutritional and exercise information is a plus. One thing that's a bit misleading is the instructor on the cover is not the one onscreen. All the dancers are given center stage at some point. Its appeal is more for younger kids who want to emulate the older kids seen onscreen.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - The kids really liked learning the dances, they were easy to learn and fun. "It was fun! I like to dance" All the kids enjoyed it and got up to dance along. The lessons are divided into segments so the kids can tackle them bit by bit. Many of the kids wanted to take it home for a night or two to share with their family. "My big sister would like it a lot!" The dress was hip yet appropriate at the same time. "There were lots of dancers. Some were boys and some were girls. Everyone was having a good time. They wore really baggy clothes." The kids liked that they danced in a school setting which they could relate to. "It made me want to dance." "It made me think about how bad I dance." "We liked the guys who danced. They were cool. I thought the guy on the cover was going to be in the movie but he wasn't."
Runtime: 45 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 8-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 19.5
Media: DVD ISBN # 0964982854

HOW BIG THINGS WORK
COALITION FOR QUALITY CHILDREN'S MEDIA
Series: COLLECTIONS
Description - Includes:
The Big Aquarium (99013) $14.95
The Big Space Shuttle (98022) $14.95Value=$29.90
Runtime: 98 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-8
Suggested Retail Price: $ 29.9
Media: DVD

HUNK-TA-BUNK-TA CHANTS
HUNK-TA-BUNK-TA MUSIC
Series: HUNK-TA-BUNK-TA
Description - Chants are sounds, words or phrases repeated or sung over and over in rhythmic patterns. There is a fine line between spoken chants and songs and this production, a collection of 36 traditional and original chants from around the world, blurs that line.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Clear, smooth sound. Appealing mix of song and chants from many cultures. Song book and format make it easy for children to memorize the lyrics. Promotes language skills by introducing a wide range of sounds and combinations. Broadens cultural knowledge.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Those that liked it, liked it a lot. Especially appealing to African-American kids. "It showed being proud of your country and how we treat each other." "I liked the music. I liked saying the words. It was great keeping time with the music." "Very good."
Runtime: 58 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 3-8
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.99
Media: AUDIO ISBN # 1892533014

I SPY FUN HOUSE
SCHOLASTIC ENTERTAINMENT
Series: VIDEOGAME, AGES 5-8
Description - Features over 100 levels of play, 18 riddles set across six photo-realistic scenes and unique magic riddles. Play three fast-paced games that test your brain power, toss objects from screen-to-screen, & advance to bonus rounds. Platform: Nintendo.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Overall, this game is packed with benefits and fun. It is a great value at the price. It is easy to use, the child can control the pace of the material and it holds your place when you exit so you can easily return to it. Kids can easily turn it on and run it by themselves. It is a terrific game for problem solving and creative thinking. There are multiple levels of difficulty to choose from. This is a game that gets the brain working. It is not simply, "not harmful," it is engaging, creative and fun. Kids will want to play this and have their friends play along. Trying to find hidden objects on a small screen is quite challenging and, as with most I Spy products, you have to think outside the box. Great graphic design. The only drawback is that it may be too frustrating to find the hidden objects on such a tiny screen. The game is well thought out and a great instructional tool. Users are positively encouraged and instructed, if they make an error in a non-demeaning way.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Enjoyed it, some loved it. All ages wanted to play it. The kids said they would tell their friends about this game. It was very easy to play. Some were frustrated because they couldn't change the level of difficulty. "It just starts out hard." Earning the tickets gave the kids a goal within the game. Favorite part: They loved the riddles. Many were challenging even for the 11-year-olds."Awesome!" "It was a little challenging at parts."

KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-10
Suggested Retail Price: $ 29.99
Media: Videogame ISBN # 47875-75407

INTERNET SAFETY
SAFE SIDE, THE Click to purchase directly from the producer
Description - Follow the zany adventures of Safe Side Superchick and her goofy sidekicks as they learn about internet safety and staying smart, cool and safe. Includes a viewing guide, Hot Tips Mini-poster, and a Safe Side Wristband. Music Videos. Spanish. English
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Useful basic Internet safety tips and definitely goofy. Tries a bit too hard to be funny. Many good tips, like don't open attachments or downloads. Makes some generalizations that are not realistic. I.e. It advises staying out of chat rooms. Many children doing research or pursuing their own interests will end up in chat rooms. It would be good to advise them how to deal with them rather than just say, don't go there. Also, the focus on predators shows a stereotyped, greasy elder man smoking a cigarette whereas predators can be male, female, young or good-looking. This is best for Internet newbies.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Kids tended to really enjoy it. "It was so funny." "I loved Danger Dude and Safe Side Super Chick - she reminded me of Lizzy McGuire." "Helped me learn about the internet." "Some of it is really silly. Sometinmes it seems like it is more geared for pre-school." "Mr. Walsh and the other people are trying to let us know aobut the danger of predators. I've heard about this before. My school has training on this and it's presented in a way more suitable for kids my age."
Runtime: 42 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 6-10
Suggested Retail Price: $ 19.99
Media: DVD

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IT'S POTTY TIME
LEARNING THROUGH ENTERTAINMENT, INC.
Series: DUKE FAMILY SERIES, THE
Description - Makes toilet training something it's never been: FUN. Demonstrates ideal manners portrayed by boys and girls attending a birthday party. Uses songs to capture and keep children's attention.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Simple, straightforward handling of the subject matter that has a creative slant. An entertaining approach to potty etiquette. The sing-along is effective; the Raggedy Ann story was a good edition. At times, talks down to children and is too silly.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Kids age two related to it best. It's not appropriate for children much older or younger.
Runtime: 30 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 1-5
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.98
Media: VIDEO

IT'S SLEEPY TIME
LEARNING THROUGH ENTERTAINMENT, INC.
Series: DUKE FAMILY SERIES, THE
Description - Created to help parents and their children establish bedtime routines. Designed for repeat viewing to absorb ideal bedtime habits. The parents' guide gives a variety of views concerning sleeping problems.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Good for parents to view together with their children. Offers useful tips and pleasing songs. It promotes the separation approach, keeping children out of parents' beds whatever the situation, and portrays a very middle-class lifestyle.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Most appropriate for parents when it fits within their value structure. Kids thought it was okay but didn't stay with it. It's best viewed with parents. Children thought the songs were bossy. "It made me think about being nice."
Runtime: 30 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 1-6
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.98
Media: VIDEO ISBN # 1-883681-01-4

KID TO KID: STAYING SAFE!
DANIEL PRODUCTIONS
Description - Features Dr. Loretta Long of Sesame Street exploring strategies for staying safe, at home, at play, on the street and on the Internet.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Good production. Touches on a lot of topics briefly. Encourages assertiveness and problem-solving. Demonstrates how knowledge is applied. Shows good diversity. Kidnapping scene is frightening.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Focused and intent. "It shows us how to stay safe." "Sometimes the narrator spoke too fast." Kids related to the characters. "They were kids just like us." "I feel safer walking to school now." "It taught me to be smart."
Runtime: 25 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 6-10
Suggested Retail Price: $ 16.99
Media: VIDEO

KIDDIE VILLAGE: FUN WITH DANCE
KIDDIE VILLAGE
Series: KIDDIE VILLAGE
Description - Take a journey through the wonderful world of dance. This DVD introduces toddlers to movement and dance by showing the movements of puppets, animals, dancers and other children. Designed to watch, learn and have fun.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Engaging, interactive and delightful. Designed to inspire kids to get involved in movement exploration. Good way to view and do with your child. Inserts of real animals wobbling, hopping, and moving about are shown side by side with kids imitating their movements. Diverse dance forms are shown, from African to Japanese and more - jazz to ballet. Supports kids exploration of gross motor skills along with their imagination.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Kids danced along and showed each other their spins. It didn't hold their interest for the entire program. They seemed to enjoy seeing the different dances and dancing along with what they watched. It's definitely enhanced when parents talk about the various countries the dances are from.
Runtime: 30 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 1-4
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.99
Media: DVD ISBN # 0976266202

LOTS & LOTS OF TOY TRAINS
MARSHALL PUBLISHING AND PROMOTIONS, INC Click to purchase directly from the producer
Series: INDEPENDENT FEATURE, AGES 2-5
Description - Beautiful Christmas, Halloween, Little Brick Lego Trains, Big Garden Railways and other model trains plus handmade scale scenery and accessories. Set to original sing-a-long songs. Bonus shows real live trains! Recommended for autistic children.
Runtime: 75 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-5
Suggested Retail Price: $ 12.95
Media: DVD ISBN # 9780981490939

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MATH...WHO NEEDS IT?
FASE PRODUCTIONS
Description - Stars Jaime Escalante, the math teacher who inspired the movie nominated for an Academy-award, "Stand and Deliver," and his students at Garfield High in West Los Angeles. Bill Cosby and Dizzy Gillespie make guest appearances.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Inspiring, humorous and enlightening with stimulating narrative. Suitable for high school students or family viewing.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Admired Jaime Escalante. Skeptical about at first because it was about math, but most actually liked it. Everyone felt it was best-suited for older students.
Runtime: 58 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 8-18
Suggested Retail Price: $ 29.95
Media: VIDEO

MRN: WHEN PARENTS ARE AWAY
FAMILY COMMUNICATIONS, INC.
Series: MISTER ROGERS' NEIGHBORHOOD
Description - Helps deal with the anxieties that arise when parents are away. Visits a child care center and a graham cracker factory while addressing lots of feelings about being apart.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Great content and subject. Well paced. Mister Rogers relates to children most effectively. He is clear, takes his time and treats subject in a sensitive way.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Top marks. Prompted discussion later. "I get scared, but I like my babysitter." A little long for this audience, best viewed in segments.
Runtime: 66 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-7
Suggested Retail Price: $ 12.95
Media: VIDEO

NEW SOCCER FOR FUN AND SKILLS
NEW GAMES
Series: NEW GAMES VIDEO
Description - These games encourage players to improve and develop soccer skills and team building.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Offers some excellent game strategies, although advanced and experienced soccer players will find it too basic. Offers suggestions for safe, non-competitive, cooperative play.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Kids thought it had good ideas for beginning players but experienced soccer players thought it talked down to them.
Runtime: 24 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 6-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 29.95
Media: VIDEO

NURSERY TAP, HIP TO TOE
NURSERY TAP, LLC
Description - Thirty well known and not-so-well known traditional nursery rhymes are put to dance. Little Miss Muffet is on pointe and Peter Piper is a very hip hopper. How about tap dancing to It's Raining It's Pouring? With the camera focused on legs and feet, it's easy for aspiring dancers to learn new steps.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Unique, fun film. Non-flashy, simple introduction to dance. Clear instructions and visual examples with costumes and styles from different cultures. Narrator's voice is soothing yet expressive. "Uncomplicated sets keep the viewer's attention on the dance steps instead of other things."
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Kids interested in dancing were mesmerized. They told dancer friends about it, who asked to see it. "My friends who like dancing would like the tap dancing and the clothes." "It showed people how to dance." Some of the kids repeated the rhymes, some tapped their feet. Non-dancers became restless.
Runtime: 33 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 1-4
Suggested Retail Price: $ 19.95
Media: DVD

OPEN YOUR HEART AMERICA
HEARTSONG COMMUNICATIONS
Series: LEARN TO SING AND SIGN WITH GAIA
Description - Gaia introduces American Sign Language with an inspiring song for children that also features a homeless woman. Encourages activism and a renewed spirit in America. Part two teaches how to sign the song.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - This is a little corny but appealing. At times it talks down to kids. The songs are well selected and not overbearing in delivering an uplifting message. Length is right for this audience.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Enjoyed learning sign language, and most kids wanted to see it again right after the first screening. Most imitated signing and remembered a few signs. "It's different and may help someone."
Runtime: 20 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 6-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 12.95
Media: VIDEO ISBN # 0-9637358-0-2

PLAYGROUND, THE
ELBEE PRODUCTIONS
Series: ELBEE'S BABIES PLAYING SERIES
Description - Shows babies from infancy to age four engaged in outdoor activities with natural sounds and music. It is a simple production showing happy, healthy, active babies.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - The behaviors modeled are positive. Good diversity. Adult interaction could elicit more responses. Although babies like watching babies, it is live babies that interest them. This is not harmful but has little developmental value.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - The music is nice, but overall this has limited appeal. Pace too slow for most. Some kids watched briefly and walked away. If not shown all at once, it's good for a brief diversion.
Runtime: 30 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 0-2
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.95
Media: VIDEO ISBN # 4-9595-1111-3

REAL WHEELS: THERE GOES A BOAT
POWER TO CREATE
Series: REAL WHEELS
Description - What child isn't thrilled to see jet planes landing on an aircraft carrier? Join a visit to a variety of ships, from passenger ships to submarines.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Good information with an emphasis on safety. Subject is appealing to kids but this is too technical. Presenting military ships and missiles as toys was disturbing.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Okay, particularly the boys.
Runtime: 35 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-8
Suggested Retail Price: $ 9.95
Media: VIDEO ISBN # 1-56832-304-2

REAL WHEELS: THERE GOES A BULLDOZER
POWER TO CREATE
Series: REAL WHEELS
Description - Construction foreman explains machines associated with heavy construction - jackhammers to bulldozers - with close-ups of sights and sounds surrounding a construction crew at work.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Good information with good demonstrations. Good opportunity to examine different careers in construction. Shows little diversity.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - The slapstick humor really went over. They related the information in the video to their own experiences. Some wanted to see it again. Boys enjoyed it more than girls did.
Runtime: 35 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 3-8
Suggested Retail Price: $ 9.95
Media: VIDEO ISBN # 1-56832-144-9

REAL WHEELS: THERE GOES A FIRE TRUCK
POWER TO CREATE
Series: REAL WHEELS
Description - Features fire equipment operated by professionals. Fireman Dave shows kids what it's like to be a firefighter and demonstrates how the equipment works.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Colorful visually, but there's a great deal of information to absorb all at once. May stimulate further inquiry. Shows little ethnic cultural diversity and hardly any women are practicing firefighters.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Stimulated play imitating fire trucks. They were fascinated by the yellow fire trucks at the airport and wanted to go to a fire station after viewing this.
Runtime: 35 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 3-8
Suggested Retail Price: $ 9.95
Media: VIDEO

REAL WHEELS: THERE GOES A POLICE CAR
POWER TO CREATE
Series: REAL WHEELS
Description - Behind-the-scenes look at police officers and their equipment from horses to motorcycles, helicopters to special radios.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Contains good information. Most felt the slapstick approach to the encouragement of respect for police officers was inappropriate. Officer's gear was captivating, but the using "bad guys" was inappropriate. Lacks cultural and gender diversity.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - The live-action section scored high. They wanted to watch it again. One boy noticed the use of the word "policemen" and said, "I told you girls can't be police."
Runtime: 35 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-8
Suggested Retail Price: $ 9.95
Media: VIDEO ISBN # 1-56832-190-2

REAL WHEELS: THERE GOES A RACE CAR
POWER TO CREATE
Series: REAL WHEELS
Description - Shows race cars and the people behind them, from behind-the-scenes pre-race preparation to crossing the finish line. Examines unusual types of racing.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Fast-paced and interesting. The accident scenes tend to glamorize danger. Points out the importance of safety. Toyota endorsement is prominent. Some parts are too technical for this audience. Hosts are pretty silly.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - "My eight-year-old son loved it." (As did most of the boys.) It's most suitable for a special-interest audience.
Runtime: 35 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-8
Suggested Retail Price: $ 9.95
Media: VIDEO ISBN # 1-56832-307-7

REAL WHEELS: THERE GOES A SPACESHIP
POWER TO CREATE
Series: REAL WHEELS
Description - Visits the Kennedy Space Center and Space Camp and explores the challenges of living in space. Looks at what it takes to be a NASA astronaut.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Good introduction to the study of space and space travel. However, the promotional advertising is objectionable.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Kept their attention. Most suitable for kids interested in subject.
Runtime: 35 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-8
Suggested Retail Price: $ 9.95
Media: VIDEO ISBN # 1-56832-302-6

REAL WHEELS: THERE GOES A TRAIN
POWER TO CREATE
Series: REAL WHEELS
Description - Offers a close-up look at the world of trains, from steam engines to locomotives. Explores the many functions of today's trains, including the caboose.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Well produced. Use of real people is a plus. Filled with information, though it starts out slowly. Good safety messages.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Enjoyable, though a little long.
Runtime: 35 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-8
Suggested Retail Price: $ 9.95
Media: VIDEO ISBN # 1-56832-181-3

REAL WHEELS: TRAVEL ADVENTURES
POWER TO CREATE
Series: REAL WHEELS
Description - Shows how airplanes are used for many different purposes, from passenger planes to "the fastest planes of all" - fighter jets. Visits the deck of an aircraft carrier and watches jet fighters takeoff and land at high speed. DVD includes: REAL WHEELS:THERE GOES A BUS and REAL WHEELS:THERE GOES A TRAIN.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Appealing for those interested in planes. Shows little gender or ethnic diversity. Fast-paced action is just right for young children. Shows a good variety of planes.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - "Boys were glued to the screen." The humor went over some children's heads. Descriptions were too difficult for this age range and delivered too fast.
Runtime: 35 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-8
Suggested Retail Price: $ 9.95
Media: DVD ISBN # 1-56832-186-4
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REAL WHEELS: TRUCK ADVENTURES
POWER TO CREATE
Series: REAL WHEELS
Description - Take a ride through the exciting world of trucks. Safe inside the cab, kids feel the exhilaration of operating everything from sanitation trucks to the super truck that transports the NASA space shuttle. DVD includes: REAL WHEELS:THERE GOES A FIRE TRUCK and REAL WHEELS:THERE GOES A GARBAGE TRUCK.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Tends to be rather silly, a little too long and too technical. Featuring both female and male drivers brought kudos from jurors. The recycling message is good. Shows some unsafe behavior.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Kids definitely enjoyed this more than the adults. They liked the realistic sounds and the silly humor. "Be careful around a truck!" Real footage and sounds are a plus.
Runtime: 35 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-8
Suggested Retail Price: $ 9.95
Media: DVD ISBN # 1-56832-206-2
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