TDmonthly's ToyFair 2006 Preview--Videos & DVDs Product Category

Little Pim: Foreign Language and Fun DVD 3-pak by LITTLE PIM CO.

The Little Pim: Fun with Language series has added another 3-pak of DVDs to its line. Little Pim the Panda is now joined by Lola the Elephant and Bob the Bobcat in Disc 4: In My Home; Disc 5: Happy, Sad and Silly; and Disc 6: I Can Count! The Little Pim series uses a combination of live-action segments showing real children eating, playing and engaging in everyday activities, as well as animated segments of Little Pim and friends, to create an engaging and fun-to-watch language learning experience. Available in Spanish, French and Mandarin Chinese. Launch date: early 2010 2/15/2010 (Price: $49.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Grandpa Read's Quiet Time Tales by QUIET TIME PRODUCTIONS LLC

Quiet Time Tales is created to offer wholesome, educational children’s programming. Each of the 12 DVDs in the collection contains five complete stories read aloud by the gentle character of Grandpa Read. "Most of the shows on Nickelodeon are full of frenetic animation, frenzied dialogue, frantic sound effects, and don’t encourage a sense of calm in children. From the tone of Grandpa’s voice to the static illustrations and the mellow songs, Quiet Time Tales are soothing and relax children," Brad Juhasz, Vice President, Marketing, Quiet Time Productions, LLC, told TDmonthly. Grandpa Read's Quiet Time Tales received a Kids First! endorsement from the Coalition for Quality Children's Media. Launch date: August 2009. 2/2/2010 (Price: $14.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Eight Silly Monkeys by MOVING PICTURE BOOKS

By combining high quality animation, rich narration, sound effects and music, Moving Picture Books provide a fun and educational digital reading experience for children ages 0-7. There are 38 titles — both classic stories and new favorites — each available in English, Spanish and English Read-Along-Text versions. Our books can be purchased as digital downloads, or DVDs. ( Watch Video) 1/27/2010 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Robby The Blue Koala Rides the Discovery Express DVD by GIFTOFHAPPINESS MEDIA PRODUCTIONS

In Robby The Blue Koala Rides The Discovery Express, Giftofhappiness Media Productions uses fun antics and colorful animation to make learning opportunities out of entertainment. "Parents and teachers see Robby as educational programming disguised as entertainment. Kindergarten fundamentals have never been so easily accessible. But shhh! Let the kids enjoy and keep the secret between us," Giftofhappiness Owner and Founder John Lawrence told TDmonthly. 1/8/2010 (Price: $12.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Wow! Wow! Wubbzy!: Go For Gold! by ANCHOR BAY ENTERTAINMENT

In this athletic-themed collection, Wubbzy and his Friends learn all about teamwork, fair play and good sportsmanship.  What happens when Wubbzy joins a hoopty-hoops team? Why is Wubbzy so upset about being small? How do Wubbzy’s friends prove that cheating at games is wrong? Michelle Kwan as Michelle Kwanzleberry and Tiki Barber as Touchdown Tiki star in this collection that takes the Gold! 1/5/2010 (Price: $16.98) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Lil' Iguana's Be Smart, Stay Safe Video and Music CD Kit by LIL' IGUANA CHILDREN'S SAFETY FOUNDATION

This video and music kit is designed to educate children about safety and well-being issues in a fun way. Award winning early childhood safety educational music video and 3 music CD's. "Our programs have actually saved many children as young as age 2 from abduction, child predators and serious accidental injuires," Jim Tomaszewski, Executive Director of LICSF, told TDmonthly. Launch date: 2010.
Awards: 2010 Kids First Award 12/16/2009 (Price: $12.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Kidz Gear Wireless Headphones For Kids by KIDZ GEAR

These IR wireless headphones are designed specifically for children with guaranteed 100-percent compatibility in all U.S. cars having built-in DVD/video systems, the unique features like automatic power off when not in use, independent volume control on the ear-cup and a comfortable design. "[The] unique design specifically focused on children's comfort, safety and fit make the Kidz Gear Wireless Car Headphones ideal for travel in the car or even at home (use the separately sold IR68KGTR wireless transmitter)," Jack Peterson, VP Sales and Marketing, Kidz Gear, toldTDmonthly. Launch date: Dec. 15, 2010. 12/16/2009 (Price: $34.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

DVD - Big Ball Fun with Baby and Me by SPOTLIGHTBABY

Disc 1 provides fun baby activities on a yoga ball to enhance motor development for 0- to 6-month-olds. Disc 2 provides 19 core exercises for new moms using a yoga ball. In some of the mommy exercises, the baby is also working on tummy time and trunk stability, balance and sitting. "Moms can exercise and engage their new babies all at the same time. They can workout without ignoring their babies or leaving them at home while mom is at the gym. Both discs benefit baby development and bonding to moms," Judy Kang, president of spotlightbaby, told TDmonthly. Launch date: 2010. Watch DVD Preview 12/16/2009 (Price: $17.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Book Box Animal Stories by MASTER COMMUNICATIONS

Conceived by child literacy expert Dr. Brij Kothari, BookBox Series stories are designed for child entertainment while simultaneously improving reading skills. Using scientifically tested same language subtitling (SLS), children are assisted in the improvement of listening comprehension and reading and foreign language skills — while watching fascinating “Stories from Around the World” that bring cultural and educational values to children. The "Animal Stories" DVD features three stories: Based on an ancient Indian fable, "Four Friends" is about animal friends that work together to outwit a hunter and protect each other. "The Turtle’s Flute" is about a turtle that is a gifted flutist. When the turtle played her flute, everyone danced. One day, she is trapped by a greedy man. How will she escape? "Zippy the Zebra" is about a zebra that is bugged by a hide full of fleas. No amount of tail swishing or tree trunk scratching would give him any relief. Finally a pair of birds help him out by making a meal of his unwelcome guests. "This DVD helps children to read in English, Spanish, Chinese, French, German or Italian. With three ways to use the program - Read to me, Let me read and Let me listen plus you can print the PDF of the book from a computer," Selina Yoon, President, Master Communications, told TDmonthly. Launch date: October 6, 2009. Awards: Kids First, Dr. Toy's 100 Best Products, Dr. Toy's 10 Best Audio/Video. 12/16/2009 (Price: $24.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

"Let's Explore ... Spring and Summer" DVD by ONE SMART COOKIE PRODUCTIONS LLC

This colorful DVD featuring real-life nature scenes explains about summer solstice, pollination and various insects, summer safety and seasonal foods. Bonus features include sign language, a game, a quiz, a slideshow of images, and a Spanish vocabulary slideshow. A corresponding Activity Book is also available. 12/2/2009 (Price: $18.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

The Dog Who Saved Christmas by ANCHOR BAY ENTERTAINMENT

The Bannister family’s new addition, Zeus (voiced by Mario Lopez)  a former K-9 police hero, appears to be less than the dependable guard dog the family needs.  However, when two burglars (led by Dean Cain) set out to break into the Bannister’s home while they’re away for Christmas, Zeus seizes the chance to be a hero, proving every dog – even this one – has his day. 12/1/2009 (Price: $19.97) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Let's Go Guang! Chinese for Children by AHA!CHINESE INC.

Let's Go Guang! Chinese for Children is a kit for kids to learn Chinese as a second language. Children join Ling and Kai while they visit their grandparents and discover Guang, a fun-loving dragon. It's designed for kids to learn how to properly pronounce about 50 useful everyday Mandarin Chinese words, phrases and sentences, including greetings, introductions and numbers. Each kit includes: DVD: "Meet Guang, the Chinese Dragon" (Animated Feature), "Making Dumplings" (Live footage), and "Mini Lessons and Songs," all in English and Mandarin Chinese; illustrated hardback book: "Story of Meet Guang, the Chinese Dragon with Pinyin"; English audio CD; flash cards with simplified Chinese characters, Pinyin; English Parents/Educator Guide; and vocabulary list.
— "This is a unique, high-quality, high-production toy/product that is effective, yet fun and engaging for kids," Karen Wu Audi, Co-Founder of aha! Chinese, told TDmonthly. "Kids learn Chinese and don't realize that they are learning the language." Awards: 2009 iParenting Media Award; and Dr. Toy's 10 Best Educational and 100 Best Children's Products Awards. Launch date: August 8, 2009. 11/25/2009 (Price: $49.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Young Minds - Numbers and Counting DVD by MATH TUTOR DVD

"Young Minds - Numbers and Counting" teaches young children how to count from 1 to 10 by way of visually counting objects on the screen in an interactive manner. he entire production is set to classical music from Bach, Beethoven, Mozart, Vivaldi and other classical composers. The objects counted on the screen include animals, machines, fruits, vegetables and scenes from nature. "Our DVD has substantially more educational value than other DVDs marketed to this age segment. In addition to numbers, our DVD also teaches animal sounds, colors, and much more," Jason Gibson, owner of Math Tutor DVD, told TDmonthly. This DVD has received the following awards: Dr. Toy Top 100 Best Products 2009; 2009 Dr. Toy Top 10 Best Audio-Video Products 2009; Parent Tested Parent Approved (PTPA) 2009; iParenting Media 2009; Creative Child Magazine Top Choice Award 2009; Creative Child Magazine Seal of Excellence 2009; and "The Toy Man" Award 2009. Launch date: July 21, 2009. 11/17/2009 (Price: $19.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Up Down & All Around by Leaping Legs Creative Movement Programs

"Up Down & All Around" is a creative movement/exercise DVD for people of all ages and abilities. The DVD provides resources to develop gross motor skills, spatial awareness, strength and balance. It’s designed to be easy to follow, easy to do, and encourage adult-child interactions. "It was designed specifically to be utilized by educators and parents to do with their students and children. ... each of the eight sections of the DVD begin with bulleted objectives. There is also a detailed movement guide ... [that] explains how to do each section of the program in depth, what kinesthetic skills are being addressed, as well as offers fun variations to the exercises. This is a comprehensive program that will help schools and communities meet the National Physical Education Standards as well combat the obesity epidemic," Stacey Pepper Schwartz, founder of Leaping Legs Creative Movement Programs, told TDmonthly. The DVD was awarded Dr. Toy’s 10 Best Active Products 2009 and Dr. Toy's 100 Best Children’s Products 2009. Launch date: December 21, 2008. 11/17/2009 (Price: $19.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

"Let's Explore . . . Autumn and Winter" DVD and Activity Book by ONE SMART COOKIE PRODUCTIONS LLC

With this DVD full of colorful, scenic imagery, children learn about fall and winter, including features such as harvest, apples and animal activity. The DVD includes a Spanish vocabulary game as well as a game that helps develop image recognition. The accompanying activity book includes lessons to teach addition and graphing, and even instructions for making applesauce. 11/12/2009 (Price: $25.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Oüm by OUM PRODUCTIONS INC.

This early learning game for children is designed to be both interactive and progressive. Visually colorful, the DVD features three, 20-minute sessions suited to the attention span of young children. It features three puppets: Oüm, the main character, asks children to participate in his friends' lessons with him; Mimi has a talent for music and Coco, for physical activity. Children and animals appear throughout each of the lessons. Both English and French original versions are included.
Awards: 2010 Creative Child Magazine DVD of the Year Award 11/9/2009 (Price: $17.97) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Wow! Wow! Wubbzy! - Wubbzy's Christmas Adventure by ANCHOR BAY ENTERTAINMENT

Wow! Wow!  It’s Wubbzy’s Very First Christmas DVD!  The Holidays are coming and everyone in Wuzzleburg is getting ready for Winter Wonder Wubb Club fun!  In this all-new Wubbzy collection, everyone’s favorite bendy-tailed buddy pitches in to decorate The Figgity Fig Tree, fix Walden’s snow sculpture and even solve the mystery of the Snow Shoo Shoo! The gang continues to celebrate Christmas in Wuzzleburg by cheering up Old Man Grumpus, helping Santa Claus deliver presents and working together to bring Daizy the most super-special Christmas ever!  There’s plenty of singing, dancing, hoopty-horns and slippery-sledding too, all in the DVD that celebrates the ultimate Wow! Wow! season of caring, sharing and friendship. 11/3/2009 (Price: $16.98) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Wow! Wow! Wubbzy! - Wubb Idol by ANCHOR BAY ENTERTAINMENT

A Star is Born!  When the most awesome girl group, the WubbGirlz, featuring Beyonce Knowles as Shine, hosts the ‘Wuzzleburg Idol’ talent show, everybody in town wants to win the contest.  If Wubbzy can wow the judges, he’ll get the chance to perform with Sparkle, Shimmer and Shine at their big concert in Wuzzlewood and maybe become a movie star.  But will he remember the importance of just being himself?  Join ‘Wubb-Z’, Walden, Widget and Daizy on the coolest road trip ever!  Filled with singing, dancing, best friends and more! 11/3/2009 (Price: $16.98) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Monsters vs. Aliens by DREAMWORKS SKG

Reese Witherspoon, Seth Rogan and Paul Rudd star as voiceover artists for the cartoon characters in this film about what happens after a meteorite crashes on a couple's wedding day. 10/29/2009 (Price: $19.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Harry Potter & The Half-Blood Prince by WARNER HOME VIDEO

This three-disc, Blu-ray/DVD combo features stars Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint and Emma Watson in this long-awaited Harry Potter film, rated PG.  Launch date: December 2009. 10/28/2009 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Fundamentals: Think (1 to 4 years) by First Wave, LLC

Fundamentals: Think is the second level of our educational video series. It builds upon many concepts introduced in Fundamentals and adds additional subjects for higher order thinking. Video teaches reading by building from letter recognition and phonetics sounds to 3-letter words and simple sentences, and demonstrates geometry, addition and subtraction, and numbers up to 20. 10/14/2009 (Price: $14.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Fundamentals (6 months to 4 years) by First Wave, LLC

Fundamentals is the first of a series of educational videos produced by The First Wave, LLC, a mother-daughter team. The video provides basic tools for children to learn about their new world and to inspire speech. It introduces letters, colors, the body, opposites, verbs, prepositions, numbers, shapes, and more. 10/14/2009 (Price: $14.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Wow! Wow! Wubbzy!: Wubbzy Goes Boo! by ANCHOR BAY ENTERTAINMENT

Wubbzy and his friends are back in an all-new DVD collection just in time for the fall season! Watch as Wubbzy, Widget and Walden clean up a crazy mess with Moo Moo's magic wand, pick the perfect pumpkin and create the spookiest Halloween costume of all. There's singing, dancing, trick or treating and kickity-kick ball too, plus plenty of positive values like creativity, patience and responsibility. It's all here in the Emmy winning Nick Jr./Noggin hit that's so much fun it's scary! Launch Date: 9/8/2009. 9/16/2009 (Price: $16.98) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Pahappahooey Island: What About Me? by ANCHOR BAY ENTERTAINMENT

Welcome to Pahappahooey Island, an adventurous land that combines furry friends, fun songs and colorful adventures with the best of Joyce Meyer's classic messages for the whole family. Ali, Millard, Captain Hobbs and Hacksaw set off on a special treasure hunt, but evil Ichabone Slink has made them think only of themselves. Can Miss Ruby help the friends learn the best ways to work together? Launch Date: 8/18/2009 9/16/2009 (Price: $14.98) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Kristen's Fairy House by LIGHT-BEAMS PUBLISHING

Join Kristen as she vacations on a small island off the New England coast with her aunt Tracy, an artist. Tracy is creating a picture book about “fairy houses” built in the woods by visiting children. What happens when you build a house for the fairies? Will they come to visit? Find out, and share an island adventure as a special relationship develops and Kristen becomes the heroine of her own story. The DVD features gorgeous, rustic New England scenery and unique subject matter. Awards include Parents’ Choice Gold Award, American Library Association Notable Children’s Video, Parenting magazine Video Magic Award, National Parenting Publications Honors Award Winner, Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Gold Award, and Parent’s Guide Award. 9/10/2009 (Price: $19.95)