Barney’s Egg-Cellent Adventures (GIVEAWAY)
March 1st, 2010Just in time for the Easter Bunny to treat your Pre-Schooler, Barney has thrilled little ones everywhere with a new DVD that brings egg-citement to the whole family.
A Basket Full of Fun for Everyone Just in Time for Easter!
BarneyTM: Egg-Cellent Adventures
Available On DVD March 2, 2010 From Lionsgate And HIT Entertainment at retailers Nationwide for a suggested retail price of $14.98.
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
It’s magical make-believe time with everyone’s favorite purple dinosaur, BarneyTM, and his friends when Barney: Egg-Cellent Adventures springs onto DVD March 2, 2010 from Lionsgate and HIT Entertainment. Available for the first-time ever on DVD, it’s the perfect addition to any Easter basket! Trusted by moms and adored by children, Barney displays sharing, caring, imagining, dancing and learning on television, online and through live events, home entertainment and publishing. The Emmy® award-winning series, Barney & FriendsTM is one of the top-rated preschool shows today, airing on PBS KIDS® and PBS KIDS SproutSM.
DVD SYNOPSIS
Your search for tee-riffic fun with Barney & FriendsTM is over! Baskets full of egg-citement abound when Mother Goose, a nest full of eggs, and a mysterious, carrot-eating visitor bring super-Dino adventures to the whole family. Hop along for the super-dee-duper adventures with Barney and his friends!
Episodes include:
“Rabbits”
“Mother Goose”
“Ducks and Fish”
DVD SPECIAL FEATURES
“Barney’s Easter Egg Hunt”
“Gumdrops Matching Game”
One lucky reader will win a copy of BarneyTM: Egg-Cellent Adventures thanks to Lionsgate/HIT Entertainment!
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“I was provided with a complimentary DVD thaqnks to Lionsgate/HIT Entertainment to help facilitate this review. I was in no other way compensated and all opinions are my own. Individual results may vary.”
Thomas & The Runaway Kite (GIVEAWAY)
March 1st, 2010How to catch a runaway kite before it leaves Sudor? Follow along as Thomas and Friends lend one another a helping hand to save the day…and the kite. Your pre-schooler will be thrilled with this new Thomas and Friends adventure that includes 4 episodes and 2 Special Features.
Full Steam Ahead for High Flying Fun With An All-New Thomas & FriendsTM DVD in CG Animation And Never Before Seen Content - Available Only on DVD!
Available March 2, 2010 From Lionsgate And HIT Entertainment at retailers Nationwide with a suggested retail price of $14.98.
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
Hang on tight for a high-flying ride with Thomas & FriendsTM in the all-new Thomas & the Runaway Kite flying onto DVD March 2, 2010 from Lionsgate and HIT Entertainment. There are jobs to be done, visitors to meet and friends to greet in this never-before-seen DVD featuring full CG animation and individual voices for all the engines. All-new content available only on the DVD features live-action host Driver Perkins, who has to rely on a naughty parrot to save the day.
Teaching timeless life lessons such as discovery, friendship and cooperation, the Thomas & Friends animated series invites children to enter a world of imagination through the tracks of a train and the words of a story.
DVD SYNOPSIS
There’s a kite on the loose and Thomas must catch it before the wind blows it from Sodor. With Gordon, Charlie and Toby by his side, Thomas learns that a helping hand keeps him right on track when it comes to rescuing kites, saving a swarm of bees, and preventing railway disasters from taking flight! Hop on board for a high-flying ride with Thomas & FriendsTM in these all-new, never-before-seen train adventures!
Episodes include:
“Thomas & the Runaway Kite”
“Buzzy Bees”
“Toby’s New Whistle”
“The Biggest Present of All”
DVD SPECIAL FEATURES:
“How Many Shapes Do You See” Game
“Find What Doesn’t Belong” Game
One lucky reader will win a copy of Thomas and The Runaway Kite thanks to Lionsgate/HIT Entertainment!
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“I was provided with a complimentary DVD thanks to Lionsgate/HIT entertainment to help facilitate this review. I was in no other way compensated and all opinions are my own. Individual results may vary.”
Splish! Splash! Splosh! (GIVEAWAY)
January 5th, 2010
All Aboard for a new Thomas and Friends adventure!
Thomas and Friends: Splish Splash Splosh is sure to delight and entertain all the Thomas fans!
Soak up adventure with Thomas and his engine friends as they travel around the Island of Sodor in the all-new Thomas & FriendsTM Splish Splash Splosh arriving on DVD TODAY, January 5, 2010 from Lionsgate and HIT Entertainment. Teaching timeless life lessons such as discovery, friendship and cooperation, the Thomas & Friends animated series invites children to enter a world of imagination through the tracks of a train and the words of a story.
The new host, Driver Perkins is new on the Island of Sodor, and can be seen ONLY on DVD. Driver Perkins helps out Sir Topham Hatt, all of Sodor’s engines and the train engineers. This friendly character also engages children with interactive dialogue and extra fun, like showing how to make a cake that looks just like Thomas and more!
Even when it’s wet outside you can still have plenty of fun, especially when you share your adventures with Thomas & Friends! Grab your galoshes and join the team as they prepare for rainy day visits and sudsy spills, and then get unstuck from a snowy situation in this collection of stories from the Island of Sodor.
The new DVD includes the following episodes:
o Playtime
o Splish Splash Splosh
o Slippy Sodor
DVD Special Features (all-new interactive games):
o Lift and Load Crane Game
o Counting with Thomas Game
You can find Thomas & Friends: Splish Slash Splosh at retailers nationwide for a suggested retail price of $ 14.98
Enter to win a copy of Splish Splash Splosh by leaving a comment stating that you want to win it .
All entries must be received by Jan. 10th at 5 PM EST. All entrants must have a valid US mailing address. Winners will be selected by random drawing and will have 3 days to respond to the verification e-mail before another winner will be selected.
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Thank to Hit Entertainment for supplying the DVD for review. I was in no other way compensated for this post and all opinions stated are my own.
The Human Spark
January 4th, 2010
This is something that you will find amazing…In a new series that will air on PBS Tomorrow Wednesday, January 6 Alan Alda will speak with researchers that believe it’s not just that your child is growing up, he finally is a human. The Human Spark is a three-part series that explores the topic of what makes us human beings - how we are different from other animals, how our brains function, and, of interest to parents - the point at which the human “spark” happens in our brains and takes us on the path of human behavior. In the series, Alan Alda takes these questions personally, visiting with dozens of scientists on three continents, and participating directly in many experiments - including the detailed examination of his own brain. You won’t want to miss this! It airs at 8 PM tomorrow. Check your local listings for PBS
We’ve all had that experience with our kids when they reach toddlerhood: you are talking to them as you have been doing since they were infants and suddenly, you realize that they comprehend you. They really understand and start communicating back! It becomes the topic of discussion for days and the one universal saying that we all use to describe it is: “My baby is growing up”. And we continue to see sparks of understanding and comprehension in every facet of their lives from that point. It is amazing to watch a child discover new and exciting bits of knowledge and skill.
So here’s the fun part: PBS has launched a “Share Your Spark” online program that will enable people to share their own “human spark” moments. This can be in the form of a video, a photo or an essay that captures what it is to be human. Perhaps it’s your child speaking on a video or a picture that is explained in a very funny way by your child. PBS will select submissions and include them as part of the series with Alda. Very cool and fun. It is great to see what others are saying so at least go check out some of the submissions!
Please and Thank You by Barney and Friends
January 4th, 2010
There are lots of things
We can do to be nice,
Sometimes they’re hard to remember.
But there are two little things
You should never forget,
From January through December.
He’s talking ’bout please and thank you,
They’re called the magic words,
If you want nice things to happen,
They’re the words that should be heard,
Remember please and thank you,
‘Cause they’re the magic words.
(From the Please and Thank You song)
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Manners are such an important factor in life that is often overlooked. I think we should be teaching our children from a very early age to be kind, considerate and respectful of one another. This is done through manners and Please and Thank You can go a long way when needed.
Preschoolers learn the importance of being kind and courteous to others when BarneyTM: Please & Thank You debuts on DVD January 5, 2010 from Lionsgate and HIT Entertainment. Trusted by moms and adored by children, Barney displays sharing, caring, imagining, dancing and learning on television, online and through live events, home entertainment and publishing. The Emmy® award-winning series, Barney & FriendsTM is one of the top-rated preschool shows today, airing on PBS KIDS® and PBS KIDS SproutSM.
When Baby Bop forgets to say “please” and “thank you,” Barney realizes it’s time for a lesson on how magic words can make other people feel good inside. As Baby Bop daydreams about a world without good manners she realizes that being polite is not only important but it’s easy to do after all. The DVD features 19 favorite Barney songs including, “Please & Thank You,” “Being Together,” “Clean Up” and more.
Episodes include:
· Magic Words
· Tea-riffic Manners
· Caring Hearts
DVD SPECIAL FEATURES
- Baby Bop’s Tea Party Games:
- “Cakes, Cups and Colors” Interactive Game
- Alphabet Cookies” Interactive Game
Barney: Please & Thank You is available at retailers nationwide on Jan 5th, 2010 with a suggested retail price of $14.95.
For more Barney fun check out www.barney.com for games, videos, music and more.
HIT Entertainment provided the DVD for this review. I was in no other way compensated and all opinions are my own.
V.Smile Motion™ Active Learning System
December 5th, 2009
For years we as parents have been able to rely on VTech to bring some of the best educational toys to us. This year is no exception. In this edition of the Holiday Gift Guide I would like to introduce you to the V.Smile Motion:Active Learning System.
You can put your child in motion while driving home lessons in math, reading, science, spelling and more with V.Smile MotionTM TV Learning System! V.Smile MotionTM is a breakthrough gaming console that combines wireless, motion-activated play, web connectivity and educational gaming into a system that plugs directly into your TV! Meaning …that your child will have a blast playing AND learning at the same time! The V-MotionTM Active Learning System is recommended for children ages 3-7 years and has a suggested retail price of $59.99 (Games from $24.99). It can be found online and at retailers Nationwide. I Love the V.Smile Motion! It is fun, it is educational, it gets kids to move and they have so many great cartridges for kids to choose from. They can play alone or with a friend to make learning even MORE fun!
V.Smile MotionTM has all of your child’s favorite characters including Scooby-Doo, Thomas the Tank Engine, Winnie the Pooh and Spider-Man, as well as new ones like Disney Fairies, Pixar’s Up!, Handy Manny, and Ni Hao Kai Lan.
Your child will love these wireless action packed toys that guide them through age-appropriate skill levels and developmental activities. Plus children can use the V.Link to track scores and earn bonus online games at www.vsmilelink.com. The exciting “Action Mania” Smartridge comes included with the console.
V.Smile MotionTM Active Learning System Features:
* Wireless, motion activated joystick is also for left-handed or right-handed children
* This learning system is 100% compatible with the entire V.Smile Smartridge library
* Use V.Link to track your scores and earn bonus online games
* Comes with Action Mania sampler Smartridge
Other great products to consider from VTech this year are:
Bugsby TM Reading System and Starter Book Bundle - (3-7 years) ERP: $29.99
Jungle Gym: Ride & Learn Giraffe Bike - (18-36 months) ERP: $49.99
V.SmileTM Cyber Pocket - (5 years+) ERP: $49.99
“I was given a V.Smile Motion Active Learning System by VTech for my holiday guide. I was allowed to keep the product, but the opinion I am sharing remains my own.”
Baby Genius
November 19th, 2009
From the time that we are born music has a huge impact on our lives. It influences us and helps us develop in ways that we may or may not know. Baby Genius knows that music makes a difference and they have acted upon that knowledge with innovative, entertaining products featuring music as a core-learning tool. Engaging and encouraging children to communicate, connect, discover, and express themselves.
Baby Genius proudly presents its new developmental toy line. These musically inspired role-play toys feature all of your favorite Baby Genius characters and make perfect gifts for the little ones in your life. Some of my favorites are…
The All in One Musical Band featuring Frankie tambourine, two Tempo maracas, a Vinko flute and a drum with two colorful drumsticks. Your budding musician can play their favorite instrument and march along. Once playtime is over all the instruments store inside the drum for easy clean-up and storage.
The Singing School Bus will help your child get prepared and excited about school. It plays “Wheels on the Bus” and all the characters are removable for extended play. The bus has rolling wheels making it fun for your little one to push around while singing along.
I LOVE Tempo’s Musical Broom! It makes sweeping along with Mom or Dad fun. The easy to push button located on the handle activates 3 phrases, realistic sweeping sounds and Tempo’s great tune. And once the cleaning is done you can press Tempo’s nose to hear him giggle about a job well done.
Baby Genius has many other great toys, DVD’s, and CD’s for children ages 6 months to 2 years, making playtime educational and fun. Check out Baby Genius for perfect gifts for the little joys in your life this Holiday season.
Baby Genius provided a product for this post. All opinions are those of my own.
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