23
Feb

HIT Entertainment Video Roundup: New and Noteworthy

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Does your child love Thomas the Train? Does your child love the water? Well, this is the DVD for you. Join Thomas and friends on some great adventures through puddles, ponds, and even a little splashing game. This DVD has fantastic animation. HIT Entertainment really outdid themselves with the CGI Animation; it feels like you are in the movies. The characters are so realistic. My toddler loved that Thomas looked as though he was taking to him. He loved to meet the new engine, Charlie, and have a sloppy car race with Sir Topham Hat. The Splish, Splash, Splosh Thomas the Train DVD includes great music your children will enjoy, and of course, lessons that make parents proud. Included on this DVD is a game with the Crane and a counting game with Thomas, both educational and enjoyable for your children. The Splish, Splash, Splosh may be one of my favorites yet from the Thomas collection. It gives my son hours of fun, and I have to admit, I did enjoy watching these adventures myself. I recommend to parents who have toddlers and to anyone who know a child that loves Thomas the Train.

If your child is a Bob the Builder fan, the Best of Bob the Builder is a must. This DVD has hours of adventures, never before seen stories, and bonus feature games. Your child will enjoy 10 of the best episodes of “Bob the Builder” over the past 10 years. Bob and all his friends, Roley, Scoop, Lofty and Muck, Dizzy, and more have loads of fun and learn some important lessons along the way. My favorite episode is when Dizzy goes camping. My son loved that one. I think this episode would be great to have your toddler watch or bring along for their first camping trip. If your child is a builder, then “The House that Lofty built” is the episode for them. My son started to take out his blocks and build his own house after that one. I would recommend this DVD to all the “Bob the Builder” fans for hours of enjoyment.
Barney’s Let’s Grow: Lend a Helping Hand is a hit with our travel DVD player. I love how this DVD includes Kelly and Chica from the Sprout network. My toddler really thinks of the comforts of home with these familiar characters. We always take it along for some smooth travel. All your favorites are rolled into one, Barney, Bob the Builder, Thomas & Friends, Fireman Sam, and Angelina Ballerina–which makes this DVD a success with both boys and girls. Let’s Grow: Lend a Helping Hand has your child’s favorite characters going on adventures where they need to help others. With Barney and Baby Bop, your children will learn how important it is to clean up after themselves–LOVE IT!! They will learn about the importance of recycling with Kelly and Chica. They even learn more about correct ways to clean up as well as the importance of working together with Bob the Builder and Friends as they get ready for the Grand Opening–of what you ask–I won’t spoil the surprise. This DVD has more adventures with Thomas the Train, Fireman Sam, and Angelina Ballerina–all with lessons on how important helping others can be.

Written by Debby, Cool Baby Kid contributor

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31
Jul

Around the Table Games: Fun for the Family {Giveaway}

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Around the Table Games is a company that was designed by an occupational therapist. They provide all different games that can encourage kids to talk on many different levels. Family Talk 2 and Buddy Talk are the ones that I reviewed. Each game has 50 cards placed on a convient key ring. This exciting game can be taken anywhere! Family Talk would be a superb game for family parties or reunions! Family Talk asks the following questions: What is your favorite thing to do in the summer? Is it ever okay to lie? Name all of the pets you have ever had? Buddy Talk asks the following: “What sports do you play? What is your favorite song?” This company has won many awards including the 2008 iParenting Media Outstanding Product Award and Creative Child Magazine’s “Game of the Year.” You’ll love most the non-stop conversation with family and friends! Around the Table games are definately a Cool Baby Kid recommended activity.

Reviewed by Alicia Kelly, Cool Baby Kid Contributor

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02
Jul

Blue Sky Rocket’s Trees + ABC’s Educational Prints: The Perfect Compliment to Your Child’s Room {+ Giveaway}

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When I received the Blue Sky Rocket trio of prints, the first thing that impressed me was the quality and workmanship of the drawings. The second thing that impressed me was just how darn cute they are for any nursery or young child’s room. This trio of prints is called “Trees + ABC’s” and shows all of the letters of the alphabet with a cute drawing for each letter. Pefect for those learning ABC’s! It is cute enough to be used as artwork alone but I have a feeling those ABC’s will be coming more quickly at my house. Visit BlueSkyRocket.com for more information and examples of the many products they have such as an entire Mommy & Me section as well as cool Snack Time gadgets and a Bestsellers section making it super easy to shop. It is a great company with an interesting start-up story. I would recommend this to anyone looking for the right little something to brighten up the walls of any boys or girls room or playroom.

Reviewed by Tina, Baby Kid Contributor


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