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Hurray for Huckle “The Best Outside Fun Ever!” by NCIRCLE ENTERTAINMENT
Hurray for Huckle “The Best Outside Fun Ever!” by NCIRCLE ENTERTAINMENT

Following the books of Richard Scarry, “The Best Outside Fun Ever!” is part of a series of new DVDs. Huckle and his friends work together to solve mysteries and have fun. There will be holiday-themed movies and titles announced for release in 2010. Launch date: Summer 2009. 9/1/2009 (Price: $9.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

The Strawberry Shortcake Movie: Sky's the Limit by 20th CENTURY FOX HOME ENTERTAINMENT
The Strawberry Shortcake Movie: Sky's the Limit by 20th CENTURY FOX HOME ENTERTAINMENT

Strawberry Shortcake and friends have to work together to move Berry Bitty City after a storm in this animated tale. The movie's release is supported by a wave of Strawberry Shortcake toys with a mix of classic touches that made the line popular and a new style for today's girls. Launch date: Fall 2009. 9/1/2009 (Price: $19.98) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Barbie and the Three Musketeers by UNIVERSAL STUDIOS HOME ENTERTAINMENT
Barbie and the Three Musketeers by UNIVERSAL STUDIOS HOME ENTERTAINMENT

In this computer-animated tale, Barbie and her friends become the first girl Musketeers while rescuing the prince from danger. According to press materials, it's a combination of a classic story and modern girl power. The feature joins 16 Barbie Entertainment DVD releases, which have collectively sold more than 60 million units worldwide. Launch date: September 15, 2009. 9/1/2009 (Price: $19.98)

Human Body DVD by ROCK 'N LEARN INC.
Human Body DVD by ROCK 'N LEARN INC.

Kids can explore the systems of the human body — skeletal, nervous, muscular, circulatory, urinary, respiratory and digestive systems — in this 52-minute DVD that meets National Science Education Standards. Created for grades 4 through 8, it also covers the five senses and offers a bonus segment on healthy nutrition, exercise and MyPyramid. Launch date: October 2009. 8/28/2009 (Price: $19.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Addition & Subtraction Rap DVD by ROCK 'N LEARN INC.
Addition & Subtraction Rap DVD by ROCK 'N LEARN INC.

Led by D.J. Doc Roc, positive lyrics, cool rap music and high-energy action characterize this educational DVD. Sums up to 18 and differences from 18 are covered in these "add and subtract songs." This product was named one of Dr. Toy's 100 Best Children's Products 2009. Launch date: August 25, 2009. 8/28/2009 (Price: $19.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Dancing With the Earth by THE BANANA SLUG STRING BAND
Dancing With the Earth by THE BANANA SLUG STRING BAND

Kids can join the Banana Slug String Band in their rollicking concert and as they travel with a group of children to their favorite habitats. Mr. Dirt talks nutrition and fun food facts on the farm, Nature Man leads the way to the ancient redwoods, and Marine Mark holds class in the tide pools. "The catchy songs fit perfectly into teachers' lesson plans for topics including nutrition, ecology, and the water cycle," Monica Woelfel, administrator for Banana Slug String Band, told TDmonthly. Launch date: 2006. 8/28/2009 (Price: $15.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Billy Blue Hair: Why Are Fire Trucks Red? by BILLY BLUE HAIR
Billy Blue Hair: Why Are Fire Trucks Red? by BILLY BLUE HAIR

In this episode, Billy Blue Hair loses his dog Doogie while playing fetch. As Billy searches for Doogie within the live-action video, Billy discovers Fire Station 25, where he learns fun and quirky facts about fire stations, fire engines, ladders, turnout suits, hydrants and how to safely battle a fire. "Why do fire stations have a pole?", "Why are fire hydrants different colors?" and "Why are fire trucks red?" are just a few of the many questions answered during this adventure with Billy Blue Hair. "Billy Blue Hair is a child's personal guide and educator, speaking directly to the child during the episode," Kris Olson, president of Kayo Media, told TDmonthly. Launch date: June 2009. It received a 2009 Kids First Approved approved. 8/27/2009 (Price: $14.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

The Word Wits DVD by BUILDING BLOCK ENTERTAINMENT
The Word Wits DVD by BUILDING BLOCK ENTERTAINMENT

For ages 3-8, The Word Wits features the funny and friendly live action characters Joni, Obediah, Tuba, Mark & Puey (a zany pig puppet), who demonstrate the definitions of word through songs and skits. 8/27/2009

Baby Brains Storybook Animations by CANDLEWICK PRESS
Baby Brains Storybook Animations by CANDLEWICK PRESS

It's never too early to start bringing up the smartest baby in the whole world. So thinks the expectant Mrs. Brains, who reads to the baby inside her tummy every night and plays music and language tapes to her baby during the day. Soon enough, Mr. and Mrs. Brains have their very own Baby Brains. He reads the paper, fixes the family car, and works as a doctor in the local hospital. Now even the space program is calling on him. Is there anything Baby Brains can't do? Candlewick Storybook Animation packages include a full-color hardcover picture book, a dual-disk DVD/CD with full animated story and two audio read-along versions of the text — one with page-turn prompts, and a full-color poster, plus a sheet of reusable stickers. Launch date: September 2008.

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Please click here to read TDmonthly´s Toy Expert review of this product. 8/19/2009 (Price: $14.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Galloping Minds - Preschooler Learns Spanish - Aprendamos Español by GALLOPING MINDS
Galloping Minds - Preschooler Learns Spanish  - Aprendamos Español by GALLOPING MINDS

This fun-filled bilingual DVD is designed to help toddlers and preschoolers grasp the Spanish Language. Spanish and English words, both written and spoken for each video clip and an accompanying Spanish phrase, allow a preschooler to pick words with ease. The clips and music are designed to keep a child's interest while teaching common Spanish words and phrases. The DVD covers the fundamentals, including colors, numbers and words, using beautiful images and classical music. Launch date: October 2008. 8/19/2009 (Price: $14.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Life Science by ROCK 'N LEARN INC.
Life Science by ROCK 'N LEARN INC.

Marko the Pencil and his friend Bailey take learners on a journey to Marko's Super Science Station where it's easy and fun to grasp science concepts and boost test scores. This DVD covers photosynthesis, plant parts, the butterfly lifecycle, plant and animal cells, food chains, food webs and more. It meets the National Science Education Standards. Launch date: June 2009. 8/19/2009 (Price: $19.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Division Rap by ROCK 'N LEARN INC.
Division Rap by ROCK 'N LEARN INC.

Featuring D.J. Doc Roc, this DVD includes positive lyrics, rap music and high-energy action to generate excitement as students learn to solve division facts quickly and accurately. Kids can discover what division is all about, solve story problems, use remainders, and even work long-division problems. Launch date: June 2009. 8/19/2009 (Price: $19.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Global Wonders: Mexico by GLOBAL WONDERS INC.
Global Wonders: Mexico by GLOBAL WONDERS INC.

"Global Wonders: Mexico" is an interactive DVD that's part of a series introducing children to vibrant and varied cultures around the world. Animation meets live-action footage as children learn about the Mexican culture while sharing and comparing their own cultures. It includes Language Jams, which are participation-based musical segments introducing a culturally rich vocabulary, and WonderVision, interactive adventure with secret content and surprises. Launch date: October 21, 2008. 8/19/2009 (Price: $15.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Barney: Tee-Riffic Holiday Collection by LIONS GATE ENTERTAINMENT
Barney: Tee-Riffic Holiday Collection by LIONS GATE ENTERTAINMENT

Barney is featured in this special collection of wintertime favorites on three DVDs. Launch date: October 13, 2009. 8/19/2009 (Price: $19.98) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Bob the Builder: Building Holiday Crew Holiday Collection DVDs by LIONS GATE ENTERTAINMENT
Bob the Builder: Building Holiday Crew Holiday Collection DVDs by LIONS GATE ENTERTAINMENT

Kids can discover why the "fun is getting it done" in these holiday-themed, action-packed DVDs from favorite contractor Bob the Builder and his Can-Do Crew. Launch date: October 13, 2009. 8/19/2009 (Price: $19.98) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Thomas & Friends: Sodor Friends Holiday Collection by LIONS GATE ENTERTAINMENT
Thomas & Friends: Sodor Friends Holiday Collection by LIONS GATE ENTERTAINMENT

Thomas and his Island Sodor engine friends are featured in this special holiday collection of three seasaonal DVDs. Launch date: October 13, 2009. 8/19/2009 (Price: $19.98) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Crayola Undersea Adventures Color Stories Interactive DVD by SCREENLIFE
Crayola Undersea Adventures Color Stories Interactive DVD by SCREENLIFE

Crayola Color Stories are interactive coloring activities that tell the stories of Jerome, Pedro, Sadie and others from the Undersea Adventures world. Kids progress through the story by coloring on their pages along with the characters on the screen, learning as they go. Activities are randomized so that kids can play Crayola Color Stories again and again. "Interactive DVD story and coloring activities keep children engaged and entertained while they learn," Anita Lavine, director of public relations for Screenlife, told TDmonthly. This product received a 2009 iParenting Media Award and a 2009 Creative Child Award. Launch date: June 2009. 8/19/2009 (Price: $19.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Adina's Deck by ADINA'S DECK
Adina's Deck by ADINA'S DECK

Adina's Deck is a group of 8th-grade friends who use technology to solve a different mystery in every episode. In episode 1, the team is on the case to figure out who has been Cyber Bullying Skye, the most popular girl in the 8th grade. In episode 2, Adina's Deck tries to find out if Ally's online boyfriend is really a dream come true. In Episode 3, someone plagiarized his/her paper in Mr. B's class and the club investigates to find the cheater. "Adina's Deck is the first DVD series of it's kind addressing the social challenges that arise with increased technology use amongst teens," Debbie Heimowitz, co-founder of Adina's Deck, told TDmonthly. "The show is action-packed, filled with comedy and fun for students and parents alike." Adina's Deck has received these awards: International Family Film Festival, Best Educational Film, 2009; Eugene, Oregon, Best Film For Youth, 2009; Kid's First Film Festival, 2nd place, 2008; Honolulu Film Festival, Silver Lei Award, 2009; Approved by the Coalition for Quality Children's Media; and Dr. Toy's Best Summer Vacation Products, 2009. Launch date: August 2009. 8/19/2009 (Price: $19.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Meet the Musicians - Volume 1: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart by MEET THE MUSICIANS
Meet the Musicians - Volume 1: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart by MEET THE MUSICIANS

An enthralling tale of genius and unbounded creativity.  Discover the world of Mozart's time … what life was like for this brilliant musician, both personally and professionally.  His astonishingly prolific and creative works defined the Classical era of European music.  Hear Mozart's music as performed by master pianist Dennis Kobray, and watch as this historically accurate, motivational and inspirational tale unfolds. 8/4/2009 (Price: $19.00)

Meet the Musicians - Volume 2: Ludwig Van Beethoven by MEET THE MUSICIANS
Meet the Musicians - Volume 2: Ludwig Van Beethoven by MEET THE MUSICIANS

An inspiring tale of courage and perseverance. In the wake of the French Revolution, Beethoven redefined the role of the musician from servant to artist.  His stormy and passionate music clearly mirrors both the joys and struggles of this deaf genius. Dennis Kobray portrays the essence of the man and his music with both dynamic piano performance and insight.
— Educators have praised Kobray’s live performances at schools for his musicality and ability to entertain a wide range of ages, as well as the historical context of his programs. “Holding the attention of our kindergarteners through eighth graders can be challenging,” wrote an elementary school music teacher in Bloomsbury, N.Y., “but it was obvious that everyone was captivated by your fascinating storytelling and enthusiasm for the music and messages.” Aaron Green, who reviewed the “Bach” and “Gershwin” DVDs for About.com, found them worthy of 5 of out 5 stars. He praised the high-quality production and “highly entertaining and informative” nature of the episodes. The series provides a good intro to music and history, he said; however, viewers may need to know some basic theory to grasp certain concepts. 8/4/2009 (Price: $19.00)

Meet the Musicians - Volume 3: Scott Joplin by MEET THE MUSICIANS
Meet the Musicians - Volume 3: Scott Joplin by MEET THE MUSICIANS

An extraordinary story of a genius whose music helped to break down racial barriers. In 1974, audiences for the film The Sting left theaters humming the effervescent music of Scott Joplin.  A love of ragtime, revived in the mid-70s, continues to this day.  Discover what life was like for an African-American musician at the turn of the twentieth century.  Dennis Kobray portrays a friend and fan of Scott Joplin, whose Maple Leaf Rag and The Entertainer earned him the title of the "King of Ragtime." 8/4/2009 (Price: $19.00)

Meet the Musicians - Volume 4: George Gershwin by MEET THE MUSICIANS
Meet the Musicians - Volume 4: George Gershwin by MEET THE MUSICIANS

A story of success achieved through the "fascinating rhythms" and melodies of this brilliant composer. George Gershwin was the epitome of the American success story.  The son of immigrants, this self-taught icon of music was raised on the streets of New York.  He grew up to write music that captured the American spirit.  Who among us does not recognize Rhapsody in Blue, I Got Rhythm, or Swanee?  These beloved songs are performed by Dennis Kobray in this dynamic portrayal of one of America's most treasured musicians. 8/4/2009 (Price: $19.00)

Meet the Musicians - Volume 5: Johann Sebastian Bach by MEET THE MUSICIANS
Meet the Musicians - Volume 5: Johann Sebastian Bach by MEET THE MUSICIANS

A monumental miracle in music, bridging the past & future. The viewer meets Johann Sebastian Bach who was the personification of the Baroque style - a music that was complex and highly embellished.  Bach drew from many sources and produced a vast body of work, steeped in the flavor of the period, yet belonging to all time.  Dennis Kobray brings this magnificent eighteenth century composer to life with exuberant performances of Bach's masterpieces on the clavichord, harpsichord and grand piano. 7/31/2009 (Price: $19.00)

Germy Wormy Germ Smart for Kids DVD by BACK ENTERPRISES LLC
Germy Wormy Germ Smart for Kids DVD by BACK ENTERPRISES LLC

This germ education product for toddlers and preschoolers is designed so that kids quickly go from not knowing they are spreading germs to being equipped with the knowledge of what they can do to stop the spread of germs and illness. "Many in the medical community advocate teaching children the three keys to illness prevention: keeping germs from your face, wash your hands, and cough and sneeze into your elbow. Germy Wormy Germ Smart for Kids does the teaching for you!" Margaret Back, president of Back Enterprises LLC, told TDmonthly. Launch date: September 2009. 7/19/2009 (Price: $15.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Little Yogis™ Eco Tote Kit by WAI LANA
Little Yogis™ Eco Tote Kit by WAI LANA

This kit includes the Little Yogis DVD, the Little Yogis Eco Mat, which is colorful, durable and free from phthalates, phenols, dioxins, and furans; a cartoon yoga poster with 21 poses; a handy tote bag made from recycled materials; and silly cartoon stickers. The DVD has received the following awards: Film Advisory Board Award of Excellence, Parent's Choice, Dr Toy, and Dove. Launch date: April 2009. 7/7/2009 (Price: $42.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

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