{"id":5547,"date":"2020-03-04T13:31:00","date_gmt":"2020-03-04T20:31:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/?p=5547"},"modified":"2020-03-05T15:30:05","modified_gmt":"2020-03-05T22:30:05","slug":"llama-llama-family-fun-collection","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/2020\/llama-llama-family-fun-collection\/","title":{"rendered":"Llama Llama Family Fun Collection * Cute, Fun, Family-Friendly DVD Based On The Award-Winning Book And TV Series."},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-medium is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/llamallama.feb_.2020.jpg?resize=105%2C150&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5548\" width=\"105\" height=\"150\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/llamallama.feb_.2020.jpg?resize=210%2C300&amp;ssl=1 210w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/llamallama.feb_.2020.jpg?resize=717%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 717w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/llamallama.feb_.2020.jpg?resize=768%2C1097&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/llamallama.feb_.2020.jpg?w=1050&amp;ssl=1 1050w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 105px) 100vw, 105px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Llama Llama springs to life in these heart-warming tales\nbased on the award-winning book series by author and illustrator Anna Dewdney.\nJoin Llama Llama, Nelly Gnu, Luna Giraffe, Euclid the Sheep and Gilroy Goat as\nthey explore their friendly hometown and make childhood memories. KIDS FIRST!\nFilm Critic Cadence G. comments, \u201cI like the <em>Llama Llama Family Fun Collection<\/em> DVD because every episode has a\ndifferent main idea with an interesting story to tell. The animated characters\neach have their own thoughts about things and how to approach a situation.\u201d\nRuby A., follows with, \u201c<em>Llama Llama Family Fun Collection <\/em>is a cute,\nfun, and family-friendly DVD that is based on an award-winning book and TV\nseries. The storyline and adorable personalities of the characters combine to\nmake the viewing experience enjoyable. The characters\u2019 companionship is very\nsweet, and they care a lot about one another. They always have each other\u2019s\nback.\u201d Christine R. wraps it with, \u201cUpbeat, positive messages about friendship\nand family make these great for family viewing.\u201d See their full reviews below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Llama Llama\nFamily Fun Collection<br>\nBy Cadence G., KIDS FIRST! Film Critic, Age 10<\/p>\n\n\n\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/gxfNfM_q3kA\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<p>I like the <em>Llama Llama Family Fun Collection<\/em> DVD because every episode has a different main idea with an interesting story to tell. The animated characters each have their own thoughts about things and how to approach a situation. The only part I didn\u2019t really like is that the characters sometimes talk too slow and you want to make them talk faster, but it probably makes it easier for little kids to understand.&nbsp; <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright size-medium is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/new-on-netflix-canada-november-2019-kids-families-movies-shows-1280x960-LlamaLlama.jpg?resize=216%2C161&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5561\" width=\"216\" height=\"161\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/new-on-netflix-canada-november-2019-kids-families-movies-shows-1280x960-LlamaLlama.jpg?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/new-on-netflix-canada-november-2019-kids-families-movies-shows-1280x960-LlamaLlama.jpg?resize=1024%2C768&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/new-on-netflix-canada-november-2019-kids-families-movies-shows-1280x960-LlamaLlama.jpg?resize=768%2C576&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/new-on-netflix-canada-november-2019-kids-families-movies-shows-1280x960-LlamaLlama.jpg?w=1280&amp;ssl=1 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 216px) 100vw, 216px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The <em>Llama Llama Family Collection<\/em> has 15\nepisodes and is based on the book series written and illustrated by Anna\nDewdney. The animated collection is about a llama and his friends who have\nawesome adventures together. Each episode has a moral to the story. For\nexample, in one of the episodes, Luna (a giraffe, voiced by Vania Gill) is very\nscared to go on stage to perform a solo in front of an audience. Then Llama\nLlama and Nelly Gnu get a dance machine and it really helps Luna lose her fear\nof performing in front of an audience.&nbsp;\nAnother story tells about Llama Llama, Euclid and Gilroy Goat having a\nsleepover, where they experience new and different things while at a friend\u2019s\nhouse. I know when I go to a sleepover, I find myself trying a new food or\ndoing any activity that I wouldn\u2019t necessarily have done at my house.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-medium is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/llama-llama-1.jpg?resize=225%2C135&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5560\" width=\"225\" height=\"135\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/llama-llama-1.jpg?resize=300%2C180&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/llama-llama-1.jpg?resize=768%2C461&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/llama-llama-1.jpg?w=1000&amp;ssl=1 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>I didn\u2019t\nrecognize the voices of any of the characters, although after looking at who\ndoes the voices, I recognize Jennifer Garner, who voices Mama Llama. I like\nLuna\u2019s personality, but my favorite character is Euclid (Brendon Sunderland).\nHe\u2019s smart, but in a funny way. I like when the group of friends take swimming\nlessons with Mama Llama in Eleanor Elephant\u2019s (Kathleen Barr) pool. Even though\nLlama Llama (Shayle Simons) isn\u2019t a great swimmer, his friends are supportive.\nAnd it is cute seeing Llama Llama\u2019s grandpa (David Hoole) learn to swim, too. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The message\nof the film is to be nice to others. It\u2019s important to help your friends,\nrather than make fun of them or bring them down. When I see someone making fun\nof someone, I try to stand up for them. It is nice to watch a film where a\ngroup of friends support one another. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I rate this\nDVD 4 out of 5 stars and recommend it for ages 2 to 9. This DVD is available\nnow, so go look for it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Llama Llama Family Fun Collection<br>By Ruby A. KIDS FIRST! Film Critic, age 12<\/p>\n\n\n\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/yv4Q8obciys\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Llama Llama Family Fun Collection <\/em>is a cute, fun, and family-friendly DVD that is based on an award-winning book and TV series. The storyline and adorable personalities of the characters combine to make the viewing experience enjoyable. The characters\u2019 companionship is very sweet, and they care a lot about one another. They always have each other\u2019s back.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright size-medium is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/AAAABfhKbrSlpGaTTkilv6tKmmA596Sj_jM1kyZVBhoX1bupY0CUZ0Um3ocmFo8S3fq59yr0Rl5f_t9uMEKOxYd2w7m-Y-z0J4ZslKDtyph7KHx2ZN29.jpg?resize=225%2C127&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5559\" width=\"225\" height=\"127\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/AAAABfhKbrSlpGaTTkilv6tKmmA596Sj_jM1kyZVBhoX1bupY0CUZ0Um3ocmFo8S3fq59yr0Rl5f_t9uMEKOxYd2w7m-Y-z0J4ZslKDtyph7KHx2ZN29.jpg?resize=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/AAAABfhKbrSlpGaTTkilv6tKmmA596Sj_jM1kyZVBhoX1bupY0CUZ0Um3ocmFo8S3fq59yr0Rl5f_t9uMEKOxYd2w7m-Y-z0J4ZslKDtyph7KHx2ZN29.jpg?w=448&amp;ssl=1 448w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The<em> Llama Llama Family Fun Collection <\/em>DVD is collection of episodes about\na group of animal companions that go on a lot of adventures, meet new friends\nand solve problems along the way. In one episode, Llama Llama\u2019s friend, Luna\nthe Giraffe, struggles with bad stage fright. She has a dance recital the next\nday. Llama Llama and Nelly Gnu have to help her, or she won\u2019t be able to\nperform without becoming nervous on stage. In another episode, Llama Llama and\ntwo of his friends, Gilroy Goat and Euclid Sheep, plan a sleepover together.\nWhat they don\u2019t know is that strange things will happen just as they are about\nto go to sleep. But maybe the friends\u2019 imaginations will wander too far\u2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some of the lead characters are Mama Llama (Jennifer Garner)\nand Llama Llama (Shayle Simons). They are an adorable mother-son duo, and they\nlove each other very much. What really stands out in this collection <em>&nbsp;<\/em>is the incredibly detailed and expressive\nanimation. The vibrant colors and homey scenery go hand in hand to create a\nwholesome, fun show for children and their families to watch. It really is a\ngreat choice for teaching good lessons to young minds.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-medium is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/50I1iTclKW942BpPhw4hkzWGcJC.jpg?resize=225%2C127&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5558\" width=\"225\" height=\"127\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/50I1iTclKW942BpPhw4hkzWGcJC.jpg?resize=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/50I1iTclKW942BpPhw4hkzWGcJC.jpg?w=500&amp;ssl=1 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The message of the DVD <em>Llama Llama Family Fun Collection <\/em>&nbsp;&nbsp;is that you should always be willing to help\nyour friends, and that problems can be solved through the effort of a team. It\nis definitely successful in communicating its message through the close-knit\nfriend group, and how they stick together and help each other face their fears.\nThe message is definitely positive and uplifting, and can teach young children\nthat companionship is an important life skill to have. There really isn\u2019t\nanything to worry about when children are watching this series. There is no bad\nlanguage at all, and there isn\u2019t any negative behavior that young children may\nattempt to imitate.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I give this series 4 out of 5 stars, and recommend it for\nages 2 to 10.&nbsp; The&nbsp;<em>Llama Llama\nFamily Fun Collection <\/em>&nbsp;DVD is\navailable now<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Llama Llama Family Fun Collection<br>By Christine R., KIDS FIRST! Adult Reviewer<\/p>\n\n\n\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/_xmGNvh83_w\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<p>The <em>Llama Llama Family Fun Collection DVD<\/em> features the animated friends from Anna Dewdney\u2019s <em>Llama Llama<\/em> book series in 15 stories, including holiday stories for Halloween, Mother\u2019s Day and Valentine\u2019s Day. The friends learn to use their unique talents with some creativity to overcome day to day problems by following grown up advice and helping each other. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright size-medium is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/08.09llama_0.jpg?resize=225%2C117&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5557\" width=\"225\" height=\"117\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/08.09llama_0.jpg?resize=300%2C156&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/08.09llama_0.jpg?resize=1024%2C532&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/08.09llama_0.jpg?resize=768%2C399&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/08.09llama_0.jpg?resize=1536%2C798&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/08.09llama_0.jpg?w=1540&amp;ssl=1 1540w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>In \u201cStage Fright,\u201d Luna Giraffe\u2019s upcoming dance recital is giving her performance jitters, but Llama Llama and Nelly Gnu are there to offer support, calming breaths and remind her to just have fun. Nelly Gnu is jealous of the attention her baby brother receives in the story \u201cJealous Nelly.\u201d Her new tree-house takes a backseat to babysitting and party planning for the baby. She misses her parents\u2019 and friends\u2019 attention, but soon realizes that being a big sister is the perfect role for her. The friends accept the challenge to do without their electronic gadgets when Grandma Llama and Mama Llama take them on an overnight campout in \u201cLet\u2019s Go Camping.\u201d They use their five senses to appreciate the sights and sounds of nature. Upbeat, positive messages about friendship and family make these great for family viewing. Children ages 4 to\u00a0 8 should enjoy these fun, engaging episodes. I give this 5 out of 5 stars. Reviewed by Christine R., KIDS FIRST! 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