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

“Little Freddie and his Whistle” from the LifeStories for Kids™ Series by SELMEDIA INC.

Little Freddie is small. Although he is treated poorly by others because of his size, Little Freddie treats others with kindness. Will it pay off? Nationally acclaimed storyteller Willy Claflin tells this story of kindness. “Little Freddie and His Whistle” is a storybook and DVD from the LifeStories for Kids Storybook Series. This award-winning series helps children understand complex character traits (such as integrity, perseverance and courage) through the engaging and ancient art of storytelling. This product won a 2007 iParenting Media Award. Launch date: July 1, 2007. 12/14/2007 (Price: $19.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

“Dancing Moose” from the LifeStories for Kids™ Series by SELMEDIA INC.

Little Moose is a little clumsy. She tries to dance, but instead knocks over her classmates and her teacher. Will she ever realize her dream of dancing the Hunkity-Bunkity-Slide-Kick-Two? Nationally renowned storyteller Willy Claflin and his antlered friend, Maynard Moose, tell this story about perseverance. “Dancing Moose” is a storybook/DVD from the LifeStories for Kids Storybook Series. This award-winning series helps children understand complex character traits (such as integrity, perseverance and courage) through the engaging and ancient art of storytelling. This product won a 2007 iParenting Media Award. Launch date: July 1, 2007. 12/14/2007 (Price: $19.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

“Bully Goat Grim” from the LifeStories for Kids™ Series by SELMEDIA INC.

Little troll has a problem — a big, mean bully problem. How will little troll cope with Bully Goat Grim? In this 2007 Telly Award-winning story, nationally renowned storyteller Willy Claflin puts a new twist on dealing with bullies. “Bully Goat Grim” is a storybook and DVD from the LifeStories for Kids Storybook Series. This award-winning series helps children understand complex character traits (such as integrity, perseverance and courage) through the engaging and ancient art of storytelling. This product won a 2007 iParenting Media Award. Launch date: July 1, 2007. 12/14/2007 (Price: $19.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

“Mousanga Bira Moussa” from the LifeStories for Kids™ Series by SELMEDIA INC.

The savannah is dry. There is nothing to eat, except the unreachable fruit of the old magic tree in the middle of the plain. Can the animals work together to unlock the tree’s secret? Nationally renowned storyteller Donna Washington recounts this classic African tale about helpfulness. “Mousanga Bira Moussa” is a storybook/DVD from the LifeStories for Kids(TM) Storybook Series. This award-winning series helps children understand complex character traits (such as integrity, perseverance and courage) through the engaging and ancient art of storytelling. This product won a 2007 iParenting Media Award. Launch date: July 1, 2007. 12/14/2007 (Price: $19.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

“Wise People of Helm” from the LifeStories for Kids™ Series by SELMEDIA INC.

A powerful king and his entourage have been traveling the countryside, eating and drinking until each village has no more. Can the people of Helm escape the fate of their countrymen? Nationally renowned storyteller Donna Washington retells this classic Jewish tale about cooperation and teamwork. “Wise People of Helm” is a storybook/DVD from the LifeStories for Kids Storybook Series. This award-winning series helps children understand complex character traits (such as integrity and courage) through the engaging and ancient art of storytelling. This award-winning series helps children understand complex character traits (such as integrity, perseverance and courage) through the engaging and ancient art of storytelling. This product won a 2007 iParenting Media Award. Launch date: July 1, 2007. 12/14/2007 (Price: $19.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

“Debate in Sign Language” from the LifeStories for Kids™ Series by SELMEDIA INC.

A smart but arrogant king challenges the commoners to a debate in sign language. Can a lowly chicken farmer beat the king and save his fellow townsmen’s homes? Nationally renowned storyteller Donna Washington has her audience roaring as she tells a story about assumptions and biases. “Debate in Sign Language” is a storybook/DVD from the LifeStories for Kids™ Storybook Series. This series helps children understand complex character traits (such as integrity, perseverance and courage) through the engaging and ancient art of storytelling. This product won a 2007 iParenting Media Award. Launch date: July 1, 2007. 12/14/2007 (Price: $19.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

“Anansi and the Turtle” from the LifeStories for Kids™ Series by SELMEDIA INC.

Anansi the spider is selfish. His first and only thought is of himself. Can Turtle get Anansi to change? Nationally renowned storyteller Donna Washington retells this classic African tale about respect.
“Anansi and the Turtle” is a storybook and DVD from the LifeStories for Kids™ Storybook Series. The LifeStories for Kids ™ Series helps children understand complex character traits (such as integrity, perseverance and courage) through the engaging and ancient art of storytelling. It won a 2007 iParenting Media Award. Launch date: July 1, 2007. 12/14/2007 (Price: $19.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

“The Ghost House” from the LifeStories for Kids™ Series by SELMEDIA INC.

Ghosts are running rampant in the dilapidated house down the street. Or are they? Nationally acclaimed storyteller Olga Loya tells of her own encounter with a “haunted house” in this story about how appearances can sometimes be deceiving. “The Ghost House” is a storybook and DVD from the LifeStories for Kids™ Storybook Series, which helps children understand complex character traits (such as integrity, perseverance and courage) through the engaging and ancient art of storytelling. It won a 2007 iParenting Media Award. Launch date: July 1, 2007. 12/14/2007 (Price: $19.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

“Growing Up in East LA” from the LifeStories for Kids™ Series by SELMEDIA INC.

How do you fit in a new culture and still keep your heritage alive? Nationally acclaimed storyteller Olga Loya tells how she navigated the cross-cultural challenges of growing up in a Mexican-American family. “Growing Up in East LA” is a storybook and DVD from the LifeStories for Kids™ Storybook Series, which helps children understand complex character traits (such as integrity, perseverance and courage) through the engaging and ancient art of storytelling. It won a 2007 iParenting Media Award. Launch date: July 1, 2007. 12/14/2007 (Price: $19.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Infant and Child CPR DVD by SAVI BABY LLC

This DVD contains all the information needed for viewers to assist any infant or young child in a time of danger.  With drowning and airway obstruction being two leading causes of death in young children, every parent owes it to themselves and their child to possess the skills necessary to act calmly and quickly in any cpr or choking emergencies. 12/12/2007 (Price: $15.95)

Funny Bone Logic by LIVING FOLKLORE INC.

Funny Bone Logic is an interactive DVD that teaches games and skills that open the heart and encourage children to explore the wisdom that resides in their bodies, emotions and imagination. Endorsed by teachers, moms, The Coalition for Quality Children's Entertainment, Dr. Toy, Patch Adams and others, Funny Bone Logic weaves a magic that begs taking part. “Funny Bone Logic was developed out of 10 years of successful school programs across the United States,” Jacob Devaney of Living Folklore told TDmonthly. This product was named to Dr. Toy's 100 Best Products List for 2007. Launch date: April 4, 2007. 12/11/2007 (Price: $19.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Phonics (RL948) by ROCK 'N LEARN INC.

Upbeat songs and rhymes, colorful animation and energetic performers make learning fun. Children control the pace, advancing as they master each new skill. Delayed answers and the “on-screen mouth” let students check their reading and pronunciation. Free supplementary materials are available on the website. “Parents love seeing the success their children have using Rock 'N Learn Phonics program,” Rock ‘N Learn Inc. Communications Manager Jessica Cates told TDmonthly. “It is a great way to entertain children while helping them develop the skills they need to succeed!” Launch date: 2003.
Awards: Mom's Best Award 2010, Dr. Toy 100 Best Children's Products - 2010 12/5/2007 (Price: $19.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Letter Sounds (RL946) by ROCK 'N LEARN INC.

Cool music, energetic characters and silly sentences will get kids involved in learning to read with an attention-grabbing on-screen mouth that shows how to form each sound properly. Kids race the clock to say letter sounds before hearing the answers. They will learn to combine letters to make words and read stories composed of simple sentences.“Letters Sounds continues to be a best-selling product for Rock ‘N Learn,” Rock ‘N Learn Inc. Communications Manager Jessica Cates told TDmonthly. “Reading skills are a necessity for all children and this DVD provides the skills and practice children need using engaging and amusing techniques.” Launch date: 2003. 12/5/2007 (Price: $19.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Telling Time (RL947) by ROCK 'N LEARN INC.

Timothy Time – the clock that rocks – and musical friends Kuku and Digi will have kids reading watches and clocks in no time. The high-energy DVD teaches children how to tell time using traditional analog and digital clocks. The DVD’s cool music, catchy rhymes and colorful animation will keep kids focused on learning how to tell time. “Telling time is an essential skill for all children, and what better way to teach them than through fun animation and lively characters?” Rock ‘N Learn Inc. Communications Manager Jessica Cates told TDmonthly. Launch date: 2003. 12/5/2007 (Price: $19.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Read Along Stories on DVD (RL977) by ROCK 'N LEARN INC.

Children will work at their own pace, building reading comprehension skills using classic literature tales. Each story includes a fun, rockin’ song with read-along words on screen. “[It] is in an entertaining and exciting way for children to practice reading skills,” Rock ‘N Learn Inc. Communications Manager Jessica Cates told TDmonthly. Launch date: January 2008. 12/5/2007 (Price: $19.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Writing Strategies (RL202) by ROCK 'N LEARN INC.

Marko the Pencil introduces viewers to his Writer’s Toolbox, packed with smart, easy-to-implement strategies for improving writing. Marko makes lessons meaningful and memorable by using real passages to demonstrate his writing tools at work. He also teaches strategies for use on writing assignments and standardized tests. “This unique product is a fantastic resource for sharpening writing skills and improving performance on standardized tests,” Rock ‘N Learn Inc. Communications Manager Jessica Cates told TDmonthly. “Marko the Pencil keeps children entertained as he presents effective tools for becoming a fantastic writer!” This product is a 2008 iParenting Media Award winner. Launch date: December 2007. 12/5/2007 (Price: $19.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Spanish for Beginners: Los Animales (Animals) by WHISTLEFRITZ

In this program, children explore the world of animals and sounds, and get treated to a few surprises along the way. Children will giggle with glee at this motley group of animals, including a timid elephant who gets chased out of town by a mouse, a witty dog who can mimic the sounds of his farm friends, and a mischievous donkey who stirs up a hullabaloo in the barnyard. These playful puppets will have kids up on their feet dancing and singing along to beloved Spanish-language folksongs. The DVD introduces children to the names and sounds of animals in Spanish. It received a 2007 NAPPA Honors Award. Launch date: October 2007. 11/30/2007 (Price: $19.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Spanish for Beginners: Vamos a Jugar (Let's Play) by WHISTLEFRITZ

In this award-winning program, children explore the world of the body and play. Accompanied by young friends and puppet pals, children will learn the parts of the body, clothing, numbers, and more. Kids won't be able to resist dancing and singing along to this Spanish DVD's toe-tapping, hand-clapping, maraca-slapping songs. This product received an iParenting Media HOT Award. “The products use Spanish immersion combining live action, animation, skits, song and fun for an ideal and unique language learning experience,” a representative of Whistlefritz told TDmonthly. Launch date: July 2007. 11/30/2007 (Price: $19.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Barney & Friends™: Celebrating Around the World by HIT ENTERTAINMENT

For his 20th year anniversary celebration, Barney and his friends take a magical train ride on Barney’s Imagination Unlimited and explore the different types of celebrations around the world. This product received a 2008 Parents' Choice Approved award, a Dove Family Approved Seal, a Parent to Parent Adding Wisdom Award and The Toy Man Product Guide Award of Excellence and Seal of Approval. Launch date: January 29, 2008. 11/30/2007 (Price: $14.98)

Altiustoons™ Bumpin' Die® DVD Board Game. by ALTIUS GAMES

Players race to help the seven little Altiustoons plan a space adventure and save the planet. The DVD features multiple levels of play for two to five players or teams. Players will enhance their matching and interacting skills, as well as learn about the environment and the constellations. Launch date: October 15, 2007. 11/30/2007 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Little Laureate Presents My World Adventure by LITTLE LAUREATE

This interactive, cross-cultural journey, in a DVD and CD gift set, takes viewers and listeners to all seven continents, teaching them about art, animals, architecture, geography and climate, as well as how to say “I Love You” in English, French, Spanish, Italian and Japanese.
The set includes a 30-minute DVD, a 60-minute CD of classical music performed by the Moscow International Orchestra, and a 24-page parent book. Launch date: November 15, 2007. 11/27/2007 (Price: $34.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Little Laureate Presents My World Gallery by LITTLE LAUREATE

The moveable feast of art and music explores more than 500 years of art, from Van Gogh to Picasso to artists living today. The set includes a 30-minute DVD, a 60-minute CD of classical music performed by the Moscow International Orchestra, and a 24-page parent book. Launch date: November 15, 2007. 11/27/2007 (Price: $34.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Little Laureate Presents My World Colors by LITTLE LAUREATE

In English, French and Spanish, this DVD and CD program presents the colors of the rainbow using art, architecture and international street signs. It also uses Chinese characters. The set includes a 30-minute DVD, a 60-minute CD of classical music performed by the Moscow International Orchestra, and a 24-page parent book. Launch date: November 15, 2007. 11/27/2007 (Price: $34.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Sesame Street: Old School Volume 2 by GENIUS PRODUCTS INC.

Featuring popular Sesame Street characters, this 489-minute DVD trio gives viewers a glimpse of 1974 to 1978, when friends such as Don Music, Roosevelt Franklin, Guy Smiley and Fat Blue were on the street, and songs like “Telephone Rock!” and “What’s the Name of That Song?” brought out the boogie shoes. 11/27/2007

Bobs & Lolo: On Your Feet by BOBOLO PRODUCTIONS

This musical DVD features 10 songs from Bobs & Lolo's award-winning CDs, “Musical Adventures” and “Sea Notes,” and full-length videos that will get kids dancing, singing and playing along in an exciting world filled with bikes, gardens, rocket ships and more. The packaging is made from 100% recycled materials. “Bobs & Lolo are dedicated to connecting kids to the natural world with music, movement and make-believe,” Lorraine Pond (aka “Lolo”) told TDmonthly. “Produced by Playground Media Inc., the videos give life to Bobs & Lolo's songs through creative imagery, energetic performances and engaging animations.” Launch date: November 2007. 11/27/2007 (Price: $17.99)