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Nickelodeon: The First Day Of School DVD Review

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Product Description: Get ready for your first day of school with your preschool pals from Nickelodeon! Dora leads the way in the fun-filled DVD, which also includes episodes from Diego, Kai-Lan, The Wonder Pets, and Blues Clues.

Episodes:

  • Dora the Explorer-First Day of School
  • Go Diego Go-Linda the Librarian
  • Blue’s Clues-Blue Takes You To School
  • The Wonder Pets!-Off to School/Save the Pangaroo
  • Ni Hao, Kai-Lan-LuLu Day

**** This is such a fun-filled movie. My daughter is entering kindergarten in the fall and she is very nervous. Learning all about the First day of school, from some of her favorite characters.  Dora is the first episode and Dora talks about starting school in English and Spanish. My daughter came to me and said “Mommy I have to learn English and Spanish when I start school.”  It was so cute and she learned so much about the first day of school. This is a great moving for any preschooler starting school.

Retail:$16.99

Release date: July 13, 2010

Running time:122 minutes

My rating:10

  • Disclosure: I did not receive any compensation for this post. A product was provided by Nickelodeon for my review.

When In Rome DVD Review

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An ambitious young New Yorker , disillusioned with romance, takes a whirlwind trip to Rome where she defiantly plucks magic coins from a fountain of love, inexplicably igniting the passion of those who threw them in: a sausage magnate, a street magician , an adoring painter  and a self-admiring model . But when a charming reporter  pursues her with equal zest, how will she know if his love is the real thing? 

****This movie is so funny, but kind of sappy. I just wish when I was younger that was true, when you pull a coin from a wishing well or fountain, and someone falls in love with you.  I think this movie is perfect for hopeless romantics.   A young girl to busy with work says she doesn’t have time fo men.  She heads to Rome for her sister’s wedding, where she meets a handsome reporter. They dance together and she gets all flushed, thinking she may have found someone, but after the wedding she catches him kissing another girl. She gets drunk a fountain and goes to a fountain of love, where she starts pulling coins out. Suddenly all these guys fall for her, but she is still falling for the reporter.     

Retail:$29.99

Release date: June 15, 2010

Running time: 91 minutes long

My rating:6

Disclosure: I did not receive any compensation for this post, A product was provided by Disney for my review.

Let’s Grow Safety First Review

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The fun of learning continues in LET’S GROW: SAFETY FIRST – an all-new, safety-themed compilation starring Barney, Thomas & Friends, Bob the Builder, and Fireman Sam™ – hosted by Sean and Chica from Sprout, the 24-hour preschool channel. These heartwarming stories will inspire and entertain, while demonstrating valuable life lessons and important safety tips along the way. So grab your helmet, look both ways, buckle up and get ready to learn that safety comes first!

Episodes:

  • Barney “Home Safe Home”
  • Bob the Builder “Slow Down Scrambler”
  • Thomas and Friends “Thomas and thr Runaway Car
  • Fireman sam “High Jinx”
  • Kipper “skates”

 ****I think this dvd is a great learning experience for young children. It teaches all about importance of safety. My kids really liked this dvd, and the fact that their favorite characters are teaching the lessons, makes it so much fun.  My daughter learned that when she rides her bike, she needs to wear a helmet.

Retail:$14.99

Release date:June 29, 2010

Running time:76 minuets

My rating:8

Disclosure: I did not receive any compensation for my review, a product was supplied for review.

Disney’s Air Bud World Pup Special Edition Review

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Product Description:  The world’s most talented pooch is back in a heartwarming and hilarious sports adventure. When Buddy meets Molly and they have puppies, the hotshot hound is in for an all-new challenge, but the fun is just beginning. Catch all the action as Buddy joins his teenage owner Josh on the field in pursuit of the state soccer championship. You can relive every moment in an exciting Special Edition that will have you cheering for more!

****Just like all the Air Bud movies, this one is just to cute.  Buddy is at a new sport now, soccer and is determined to win the championship, with his owner. We really enjoyed this movie it was a lot of fun. My kids really like it because we don’t own any pets, so they get to watch a dog/puppy do all these amazing tricks. This is a great movie for animal lovers.

Retail:$19.99

Release Date: June 15, 2010

Running Time:83 minutes

My rating: 8

Disclosure: I did not receive any compensation for this review. A product was provided by Disney.

Max and Ruby Visit with Grandma Review

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Product Description:

****We love Max and Ruby, but everytime I watch I always wonder whilled we of course is fere their parents are. Grandma is always around but never any mention of the parents.  One of the things I do like about this show, is my daughters always get encouraged to take care of their little brother. This movie of course is filled with Max not listening and Ruby trying to fix things, just to realize that Max did the right thing. My kids really enjoyed this movie

Retail:$16.99

Release date: June 15, 2010

Running time: 99 minutes

My rating:6

Disclosure: I did not receive any compensation for this post, a product was provided by Nickelodeon for my review.

Thomas and Friends: The Greatest Stories

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Product Description: Inspiring young engineers with timeless tales of discovery, friendship and cooperation. Everyones favorite #1 blue engis friends celebrate 65 years of great destinations witha fully loaded 2 disc set.  This dvd also features the first ever Thomas and Friends episode.

This dvd contains 20 episodes:

  • Thomas Gets Tricked
  • Edward Helps Out
  • Diesel’s Devious Deed
  • Percy’s Ghost Trick
  • Thomas, Percy and the Dragon
  • Trust Thomas
  • Henry & the Elephant
  • Cranky Bugs
  • Snow Engine
  • Thomas Saves The Day
  • Edward the Great
  • James Gets a New Coat
  • Thomas to the Rescue
  • Thomas and the Birthday Picnic
  • Emily Knows Best
  • Percy and the Carnival
  • Thomas and the Birthdau Mail
  • Sir Handel in Charge
  • Skarloey Storms Through
  • Duncan Does It All

DVD special features:

  • Create your own Thomas story dvd-rom
  • How did Thomas meet his friends? Trivia game
  • Storybook adventure game
  • Thomas Saves the Day read a long
  • 4 sing a long karaoke videos
  • Four music videos

****This is the ultimate dvd for any Thomas lover, with over 2 1/2 hours of nothing but Thomas and his friends. My son was a little overwhelmed watching this, there was just so much.  Plus the games and music videos, this is hours of fun for your little one. I think Thomas is a little old school though, he needs to be brought up to 3d or something.

Retail: $16.98

Release date: June 1, 2010

Running time: 158 minutes

My rating:8

Disclosure: I did not receive any compensation for this post, a product was provided by Hit Entertainment for my review.

Starstruck Extended Edition DVD/CD review

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Product Description: StarStruck, a music and adventure-filled romp that hits all the right notes for kids and tweens, tells the story of Jessica Olson and her older sister Sara who are heading to Hollywood from Kalamazoo, Michigan, on a family trip to visit their grandmother. Sara is obsessed with pop star Christopher Wilde  and hopes to track him down while in California, but Jessica could care less about the stuck-up star and would rather go sightseeing. When the sisters arrive in L.A. Sara takes Jessica on a hunt to find Christopher and a chance meeting with the star sets off a series of comic adventures that feature many of L.A.’s landmark locations. As the sisters sightsee and spend time together, Jessica gets to know the real Christopher and soon their friendship grows. Ultimately Christopher must decide what is more important — being himself or becoming a movie star. Disney Channel stars Brandon Mychal Smith  and Chelsea Staub also star as Christopher’s loyal best friend and fame- hungry girlfriend, respectively.

Extras:

  • Extended version (only available on dvd)
  • CD with 8 songs
  • Three music videos

 

**** I absolutely adore this movie, It shows that there can be a softer side to “Stars”.  A teen star meets an ordinary girl, who does not care at all about him, and ends up falling for him as she gets to know the real him.   My daughter is only 5, but she really likes this movie, and with the bonus CD she sings to all the songs.  This dvd promotes honesty, humility, self acceptance and strength of character. This is a great movie!

Retail:$29.99

Release date: June 8, 2010

Running time: 92 minutes long

My rating:10

Disclosure: I did not receive any compensation for this post. A product was provided by Disney for my review.

Bob the Builder: Building From Scratch

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product Description: Bob the Builder and his Can-Do Crew have fun getting it done in these exciting building adventures, now in CGI! Join them as they construct all the fixings for a new athletic field and learn why working together is always the blueprint for success. Scratch, the newest member of the team, has many lessons to learn, such as the importance of taking naps, following directions, and taking responsibility. But he is not alone — Roley, Dizzy, Scoop and the entire Top Team are ready to share in the fun, and get the job done!

           Episodes:

  • Roley’s Rovers
  • Start From Scratch
  • Night Time For Scratch
  • Scratch Goes Solo
  • Dizzy In Charge

Bonus feature:  Ready Steady Build music video

****Building from scratch actually has a lot of valuable lessons in the episodes, like following instructions, and taking responsibility for your actions.  My son loves Bob the Builder and was so excited to watch this dvd, and watch all the characters get to work building. My kids loved the part where the “Pumpkin Guy” was teaching his dog tricks. My kids were busting up laughing. This is a great movie!

Retail: $14.98

Release date: June 15, 2010

Running time:45 minutes

My rating: 9

Disclosure: I did not receive any compensation for this post, a product was received by Hit Entertainment for my review.

Shaun of the Sheep: One Giant Leap for mankind Review

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Product Description: Unidentified Farm Objects and paranormal sightings are the norm with Shaun the Sheep and his barnyard buddies Bitzer, Shirley, and Timmy, as they encounter more madcap mischief along with those Naughty Pigs next door. Big laughs are evident, as the creators of the Academy Award-winning Wallace & Gromit  are out to prove that sheep herding fun is universal.

Episodes:

  • The Visitor
  • The Bull
  • Hiccups
  • Bitzer Puts His Foot In It
  • Save The Tree
  • Shaun Encounters

Extras:

  • Sing-Along With Shaun
  • Whack A Pig Game

**** Shaun of the Sheep are really cute short cartoons, that are at times hilarious. This dvd is all about the barnyard animals seeing paranormal activity. My kids thought that this was really cute and funny, they are even trying to convince me that i should buy a farm. I really think that at only 34 minutes long, it’s a waste of dvd. A dvd should at least be an hour long in my opinion.   My kids really had fun with the games, whack a pig was so fun!

Retail: $14.98

Release date: June 8, 2010

Running time:38 minutes

My rating:6

Disclosure: I did not receive any compensation for this post. A product was received from Hit Entertainment for my review.

Yo Gabba Gabba Clubhouse Review

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Product description: Get ready to dance and sing — just say the magic words “Yo Gabba Gabba!” Come join Gabbaland characters (Muno, Foofa, Brobee, Toodee, Plex and DJ Lance Rock) as they build an awesome clubhouse; travel through the jungle on a wild adventure; play with some silly animals and enjoy other fun outdoor activities! Featuring musical guests Erykah Badu, The Killers, Jimmy Eat World and more.

Episodes:

  • Clubhouse
  • Adventure
  • Summer
  • Animals

****This is the first Yo Gabba Gabba I was actually really interested in as an adult.   They build a clubhouse, play with animals, and mainly focus on outside play. Which is great encouragement to get kids outside during the summer. They also have great guest stars, my favorite is Jimmy Eat World. This dvd has a lot of great learning skills for kids. We really enjoyed this DVD.

Retail:$16.99

Release date: June 15, 2010

Running time:96 minutes

My rating:9

Disclosure: I did not receive any compensation for this post, a product was received from Nickelodeon for my review.

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