Family Titles from KIDS FIRST!

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102 DALMATIONS BUENA VISTA HOME ENTERTAINMENT/DISNEY Description - Animated sequel to the popular 101 Dalmatians. Full of fun new characters like Oddball who searches for his rightful spots and Waddlesworth, the delusional macaw who thinks he's a rottweiler. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Well done with enjoyable musical score. Contains suspense, action, romance and humor. "Great resolution to conflict that makes everyone cheer right in their own living-room." Portrays some men as stereotypically foolish. KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Loved it and can't wait to see again. "I saw it three times at the theater." "There were some scary parts with scary music." "My favorite part was when the puppies made Cruella into a cake." "I want a dog like Oddball." KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-12 Suggested Retail Price: $ 24.99 Media: TV

Watch video of this title: ABRAHAM LINCOLN NEST FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT Click to purchase directly from the producer This title has online video! Series: ANIMATED HERO CLASSICS Description - With his will and uncompromising stand on critical issues, Abraham Lincoln - a gangly country lawyer from Illinois with no political experience at the national level - not only saved the nation, but carved out an immortal place in world history. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Well done. One juror commented, "The animation was surprisingly appealing to me." A good biography on Lincoln covering a long time span. Familiarizes the viewer with historical figures of the times. Weaves the details of Lincoln's personal life with his public life, making him very human and real. Addresses Lincoln's respect for African Americans and his commitment to freeing them. Good supplement to history about Lincoln and the Civil War. KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - The children clearly connected to the story and asked questions about what they saw. One adult commented, "Learning was happening in front of my eyes. Kids asked about Lincoln's death, his speech, the Civil War, and slavery." Kids commented: "I learned how Lincoln was elected for president two times, that one of his kids died, and that he died." "There were too many war scenes. When I watch too much war it hurts my eyes." "It shows how much the people loved Lincoln." Runtime: 30 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 7-12 Suggested Retail Price: $ 34.95 Media: DVD This title is available for purchase from NEST FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT

ADVENTURE TO KIDS TV MILLENNIUM ENTERTAINMENT GROUP Series: ENCHANTED DOLLHOUSE,THE Description - A magic dollhouse transports two sisters into an imaginary land peopled with puppets. Presents activities such as dancing, spelling, and baking. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Production has a home video look to it. The puppets are cute, though simple in design. Addresses social issues such as not lying and sharing and encourages children to use their imaginations in a positive way. KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Kids were concerned that there were no consequences for characters that wandered off by themselves. "The bears were not real but I still liked it, especially when the bears shared their cookies." "We liked the puppets and the dancing." Some danced along. Runtime: 30 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-4 Suggested Retail Price: $ 12.98 Media: VIDEO ISBN # 0-9665114-1-7

ADVENTUREPATROL: SNOW DAZE BIG BRIGHT WORLD, INC. Series: INDEPENDENT SHORT, AGES 5-12 Description - From extreme snowboarding and skiing to igloo and quinzie construction, takes kids into the Absorka Mountains of Wyoming on a big-powder adventure. Series' host, Zeke teaches kids that learning is big fun. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Well done. Good pace. Lots of acton that kids will appreciate. Lots of safety issues asserssed. Instead of being a how to guide, this gives examples. Excellent motivation for participating in winter sports. Encourages self esteem and self motivation. Very intriguing. KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Very enjoyable. "It teaches how to survive in the cold, has good action and made us laugh." Emphasizes safety and encourages kids to "do their best and feel good about it." Favorite part: building an igloo, cross-country skiing and the silly Olympics. "The mountain is cool." "My friends would love the snowboarding part." Runtime: 35 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-12 Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.98 Media: DVD       for only $12.75 - You Save $2.23

ADVENTUREPATROL: TOTALLY ROCKS BIG BRIGHT WORLD, INC. Series: ADVENTUREPATROL Description - A wild, weekend long adventure in the red rock mountains of Utah. Zeke, the host, invites kids to accompany him as he learns how to mountain bike, rock climb, and watches pros at these extreme sports while exploring Native American art and dance. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Offers information about rock climbing and camping, Native Americans, hygiene, and respect for nature. Scenery is incredible and the music rocks. The traditional Native American dress is stunning. There is something for everyone, from outdoor stills to rock art. The mountain biking parts are awesome. The only down side are scenes of playing hide and seek in holes and crevices which are potentially dangerous. It does stress safety and using proper equipment at all times. KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Loved it. "I like the bikes and seeing what you can do with rocks." "It's funny. You can learn a lot about biking and rocks." "It's about rocks and Native Americans and hide and seek in the wilderness." They loved the Native American drummers and dancers and the historical information. "It has a lot of stuff I've never really seen close up before." Runtime: 35 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-12 Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.98 Media: DVD

ADVENTURES OF CURIOUS GEORGE SONY WONDER - NYC Description - Contains two stories of the world's favorite monkey. One follows the Man with the Yellow Hat to the jungle, where he finds Curious George and brings him to the big city. The other tells how Curious George winds up in the hospital and makes friends. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Nicely produced, good narration. Unlike the book, George takes on human qualities. Good discussion of right versus wrong, good versus bad. Could be used to prepare child for a hospital visit. One adult said, "This was by far my favorite video. KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - thoroughly enjoyable. Lots of spontaneous laughter and comments about George's silliness. Kids watched George actively, anticipated events and discussed the consequences of his actions. "I wish I was George." Runtime: 30 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 3-8 Suggested Retail Price: $ 12.95 Media: VIDEO

ADVENTURES OF ELMO IN GROUCHLAND, THE SONY PICTURES HOME ENTERTAINMENT Click to purchase directly from the producer Description - Elmo loves his blanket more than anything in the world. When a tug-of-war with Zoe sends his blanket into a far-away land, Elmo summons all of his courage to undertake a rescue mission and is plunged into Grouchland. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Excellent production quality. Holds interest from start to finish. Combines compelling music with friendly characters who makes the audience feel like they're part of the action. There is a continuous sense that everyone is looking out for Elmo. KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Kids relate to Elmo. "He is so cute. I was sad when the mean man took his blankie." "Huxley is a bad guy with no manners." "The fireflies helped Elmo in the dark." "I liked the song with the Grouches, 'Welcome to Grouchland, Now Scram.'" Runtime: 73 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-5 Suggested Retail Price: $ 24.95 Media: DVD ISBN # 76783927-7 This title is available for purchase from SONY PICTURES HOME ENTERTAINMENT

ADVENTURES OF FLOWER THE ARSON DOG KHK FILMS, INC. Series: ANIMAL BOOTCAMP Description - Takes children behind the scenes to show how animals are trained and used for different vocations here and abroad. Flower assists fire fighters in the search for gas leaks and other fire hazards. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Excellent. Offers a fascinating look at the world of a working dog. Explains arson without the scare factor. Best viewed with an adult. Emphasizes respectful interaction with animals. KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Enthusiastic. Generated discussion about the topics presented. "All the dog training was so great. I didn't know that dogs could be so smart." "It was very cool to see how Flower learned to do her job." Runtime: 43 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-8 Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.95 Media: VIDEO

ADVENTURES OF FOOD BOY, THE COLD SPARK FILMS Series: INDEPENDENT FEATURE, AGES 8-12 Description - A comedy about a teenage boy (Ezra) who inadvertently discovers that he has the power to make food appear in his hands. Ezra must ultimately choose either to embrace his unexpected but extraordinary talent or to return to his original life plan. Starring Lucas Grabeel, Brittany Curran, Kunal Sharma, Ryne Sanborn, Noah Bastian and McCall Clark. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Offbeat and entertaining. Well produced. Original premise leads to unexpected situations. Interesting story, based on a "gift" that the boy had to learn to use. His learning is intriguing and the effects of the gift are funny. The setting is a high school and included events typical for high schoolers. The story flows well and there are lots of details to the "gift" the boy had to learn to control. As you're watching it, you wonder where it's going and willing go along. Even an interaction with a bully is handled through non-violent response. There is no profanity or negative topics. The boy is always late for class and, as a result the teacher is awful to him. All the adults are a bit over-played and stereotyped. You can appreciate that the creators paid attention to keeping inappropriate language and topics out as there are plenty of opportunities to include if they so chose. Excellent production values, acting, sets and costumes. Besides, it is darn good entertainment. If high school isn't difficult enough, Ezra Chase (Lucas Grabeel) must cope with the fact that food, in many forms, appears in his hands. While useful during school food fights, Ezra must deal with this strange talent at the time most kids are concerned with fitting in and college acceptance. The film is fun and moves well, just watch out for all the flying food! KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Younger kids enjoyed the food theme and the boy's ability to retaliate with throwing food at people. Older kids thought it was funny although a bit corny. Overall response from kids: "Interesting story." They enjoyed watching it even though it was "weird" and completely unbelievable. Favorite part: food fight! Kids thought the teacher was mean and spiteful, especially when he belittled the boy for being late to class. They really enjoyed the food fight scenes and the parts when the food boy got his time to shine. All the kids found the premise of being able to make food at will interesting and appealing but unbelievable. Runtime: 90 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 11-15 Suggested Retail Price: $ 0 Media: DVD

ADVENTURES OF PINOCCHIO WARNER HOME VIDEO Description - Carved with care from the single branch of an oak tree, Pinocchio is brought to life by the magic of the Oak Fairy. The wooden boy takes off on a great adventure, traveling from the bottom of the ocean to the top of mountains. Starring Martin Landau. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - An entertaining story that captures children's attention. Teaches lessons about honesty, truthfulness, and kindness. Offers concepts about dignity and humanity. Jurors disliked that Pinocchio is shot in order to come back to life as a boy. KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Kids enjoyed the adventures and the characters. They noticed that the words do not match the characters' mouths. Most asked to see it again. "We learned that you can learn from your mistakes." They loved how Pinocchio could help everyone. Runtime: 90 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 4-8 Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.98 Media: Video and DVD ISBN # 0-7907-7476-3       This title is available for purchase from Amazon.com

ADVENTURES OF ZIMMO - BOATS C J AND ME Series: ADVENTURES OF ZIMMO Description - Join Zimmo from the planet Zorion as he shares fun and interesting facts about boats and sailing ships. Climb aboard the deck of the Star of India, the world's oldest sailing ship. Raise the sails, learn about pirates and mermaids and lots more. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Fun, informative and educational. Effective learning approach uses cute alien puppet to take kids on board different kinds of boats. Zimmo is experiencing boats for the first time like most of the viewers will be. Clear language, never condescending. KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Sat still and watched it entirely. Equally liked by boys and girls. "Can we watch it again now?" "Whoa! That's a big engine!" "Look! A doctor ship!" "The people are nice, they gave Zimmo a life jacket." "I like Zimmo because he doesn't have a nose." Runtime: 30 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 3-8 Suggested Retail Price: $ 9.95 Media: VIDEO ISBN # 1585656526

ADVENTURES OF ZIMMO - EMERGENCY VEHICLES C J AND ME Series: ADVENTURES OF ZIMMO Description - Join Zimmo from the planet Zorion as he shares fun and interesting facts about emergency vehicles. Tour a fire station and see where firefighters eat, live and sleep. Learn about the gear firefighters wear, how a fire truck works and lots more. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Topic of high interest - educational for adults as well as children. Zimmo, the puppet alien, visits actual sites and interviews real emergency - trained technicians. Good role models, including female firefighters. Teaches kids valuable life skills. KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Wanted to practice fire drills and visit a fire station immediately. Asked lots of questions about the ski patrol and police horse. "Action! Sirens! I like fire trucks!" "I liked Sparky the Big Dog." "It was cool." Runtime: 30 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 3-8 Suggested Retail Price: $ 9.95 Media: VIDEO

ADVENTURES OF ZIMMO - FLYING MACHINES C J AND ME Series: ADVENTURES OF ZIMMO Description - In this episode, Zimmo, visiting Earth from planet Zorion, discovers facts about air travel -- from hot air balloons to airplanes to space exploration. Features the Blue Angels and shows weightlessness in space. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Casual and fun way to learn about all kinds of aircraft. Good production quality; lots of vocabulary; facts and entertainment are well blended. Actual footage makes viewers feel like they are there. Good pace, not too fast, not too long. KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Great! Laughed at Zimmo and his flying machine, wanted to play pretend airport as soon as the tape was over. "That movie showed us neat planes and stuff." "The astronauts were cool." "Everyone smiled at each other." "Zimmo learns about everything." Runtime: 30 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 3-8 Suggested Retail Price: $ 9.95 Media: VIDEO ISBN # 1-585-65-648-8

ADVENTURES OF ZIMMO - TRAINS C J AND ME Series: ADVENTURES OF ZIMMO Description - Join Zimmo from the planet Zorion and learn about trains, their history and use of the railroad. Visit a train station and ride the Rocky Mountains in a ski train. Just about everything we eat, wear and use is brought to us by train. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Inviting presentation. Using puppet alien Zimmo is a good way of getting kids' attention, as he is very much like them. Good safety tips, lots of information, plenty of new vocabulary. "Zimmo's pleasure in riding trains excites the kids to learn more." KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Really enjoyed it. Made them want to ride a real train. Especially liked Zimmo and wanted to know more about him and his world. "Everyone was nice to Zimmo even though he is different." "People worked together to fix trains." "I have trains like these." Runtime: 30 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 3-8 Suggested Retail Price: $ 9.95 Media: VIDEO ISBN # 1585656504

ADVENTURES OF ZIMMO - TRUCKS C J AND ME Series: ADVENTURES OF ZIMMO Description - Join Zimmo from the planet Zorion as he reveals the wonders of trucking. Visit a busy truck stop, eat with the truckers and travel down the highway in an 18-wheeler. Trucks make the world go round! KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Positive, friendly and enjoyable. A lot of information, new words and neat live footage. Zimmo is curious about trucks and shares what he learns. Doesn't talk down to kids. "If you have a child who's crazy about trucks, this is the video for you." KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Really liked Zimmo and how he got to ride on a truck. Enjoyed the sequence that showed breadmaking. "Zimmo is cool." "The humans were all nice and showed Zimmo everything." "I liked the operations trucking and house building." Runtime: 30 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 3-8 Suggested Retail Price: $ 9.95 Media: VIDEO ISBN # 1585656496

ADVENTURES WITH CONNOR & JADEN, VOL. 2: WINGS, SCALES AND TAILS BOOGIEBUBBLE PRODUCTIONS, INC. Click to purchase directly from the producer Series: INDEPENDENT SHORT, AGES 2-5 Description - Connor and Jaden explore the fascinating animals at the zoo and then experience the living environment of the butterfly. Upbeat music along with educational facts will transport young children to a destination of adventure. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Good concept since it allows toddlers an opportunity to watch children similar to themselves on the screen - something that doesn't happen often for kids in this age group. At the same time, kids are learning something about animals. Be forewarned that the production is very amateurish with low resolution video and shaky camerawork. The segments are a bit sloppy at times and the dialogue lacks wit. But, at the same time, it's appealing to toddlers, especially with the youth narrator. The cover art is very unappealing. KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Kids enjoyed watching this and wanted to watch it again as well as share with their friends. The animals were a bit hit, as were the onscreen toddlers. "We like the zoo." Its energy is contagious. "After viewing, the kids were begging us to take them to the zoo." The kids laughed, danced and talked about their favorite things to do. Even the kids mentioned the cover art though - they didn't want to watch it when first shown the cover. Runtime: 35 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-4 Suggested Retail Price: $ 15.99 Media: DVD This title is available for purchase from BOOGIEBUBBLE PRODUCTIONS, INC.

ADVENTURES WITH CONNOR AND JADEN, VOL. 1: SUMMER FUN BOOGIEBUBBLE PRODUCTIONS, INC. Click to purchase directly from the producer Series: ADVENTURES WITH CONNOR AND JADEN Description - Sends positive messages to youngsters on issues like sharing, safety and respect for others. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Enjoyable short for babies. It takes them through a day that is familiar to most children, from water play to play ground. The production level is very simple but it works. The child narrator will most likely appeal to little ones while adults will enjoy the child's perspective on daily living. Clear images and music. KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - The two-year-olds loved it. They described the pictures and what they saw. One child asked to watch it again. They loved seeing the water and the playground and kept saying "babies." They talked to the screen about what they saw. Good length. Runtime: 35 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 0-2 Suggested Retail Price: $ 15.99 Media: DVD       for only $5.95 - You Save $10.04 This title is available for purchase from BOOGIEBUBBLE PRODUCTIONS, INC.

ADVENTURES WITH CONOR AND JADEN, VOL. 3: HAY BALES, TRAIN RAILS & SEA TAILS BOOGIEBUBBLE PRODUCTIONS, INC. Click to purchase directly from the producer Series: INDEPENDENT SHORT, AGES 2-5 Description - Buddies Connor and Jaden keep the adventures coming as they take friends along to see trains, visit with sea life, and remember a past trip they took to the farm. Full of fun facts and sights. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - An independent production with good content and will hold your child's attention. Be forewarned however, that the production quality is very amateurish with low resolution images and shaky camerawork. It provides a virtual field trip to three different environment and has charming narration by a child. The narrative offers a few forgotten facts about farm animals, trains, and fish at the aquarium. The live toddlers onscreen are very authentic and appealing. KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - The kids were engaged and stayed with the video. They danced along to the music and talked about the trains and the sea life. Kids liked seeing the "babies" onscreen. "Also, we learned stuff about trains and hay and sharks." Runtime: 35 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-4 Suggested Retail Price: $ 15.99 Media: DVD This title is available for purchase from BOOGIEBUBBLE PRODUCTIONS, INC.

ADVENTURES WITH WINK AND BLINK: DAY IN THE LIFE OF A GARBAGE TRUCK, A LAUREL HILL ENTERTAINMENT Series: ADVENTURES WITH WINK AND BLINK Description - Offers quality entertainment that engages, informs and inspires. Wink and Blink teach kids about garbage trucks, recycling and the environment with innovative graphics and fun music. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Very tastefully done. Through the characters from the Land of Imagination, the kids follow the life of a garbage truck. Clever presentation which encourages the children to protect the environment. Safety is stressed. Offers a positive view of the future. KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Enjoyable, especially by the boys. They liked learning about trucks - how to build one fascinated them. Some thought the puppets were weird. "I liked seeing the real trucks and the real places they worked." Runtime: 30 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-8 Suggested Retail Price: $ 12.95 Media: Video and DVD       This title is available for purchase from Amazon.com

ADVENTURES WITH WINK AND BLINK: DAY IN THE LIFE OF A ZOO!, A LAUREL HILL ENTERTAINMENT Series: ADVENTURES WITH WINK AND BLINK Description - Young viewers join fun pals Wink & Blink on an interactive trip to the zoo. Along the way they'll learn about lots of animals, they'll discover what it's like to be a zookeeper, and they'll even tag along with the zoo vet on a barn-yard house call. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Enjoyable with lots of useful information and footage of zoo animals but the presentation doesn't always stay relevant for its target audience. The visuals and general content are just right for preschoolers but some of the information is too advanced for them such as the concept of carnivores, herbivores, and onmivores. Also, the magic door game where children have to find clues about a mystery animal is far too complicated for younger children. KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Liked the footage of the zoo animals. One two-year-old kept putting her hands on the floor and walking on all fours every time she say the apes or monkeys saying they walk like this. Kids wanted to watch it again immediately and pointed out their favorite animals as reasons why. The clue game with the puzzle keys was very confusing and needed explaining. The two's ignored the game completely and the older kids kept asking questions about it. Runtime: 30 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-5 Suggested Retail Price: $ 12.98 Media: DVD ISBN # 0-9753885-3-3       This title is available for purchase from Amazon.com

AIR BUD: WORLD PUP BUENA VISTA HOME ENTERTAINMENT/DISNEY Description - Buddy competes with some of the top names in women's soccer. He also proves himself a capable father by adopting a litter of puppies he finds, whom he ultimately rescues from pup-nappers. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Exciting. Adventure, intrigue and humor on appropriate levels. Easy to follow but not pedantic. Beautifully filmed, engaging characters, music blends well with the action. "Soccer and dogs, what a great combination." KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Enjoyed it. "It's really funny and cool." "We liked when Buddy became a father and had to rescue the puppies." "It showed that girls can compete against boys and do good." "I'd watch it every night." Runtime: 83 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-12 Suggested Retail Price: $ 0 Media: VIDEO ISBN # 0-7888-2508-9

ALADDIN AND THE KING OF THIEVES BUENA VISTA HOME ENTERTAINMENT/DISNEY Description - Everyone's third wish comes true in Aladdin's ultimate adventure. Features Robin Williams as the voice of Genie. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Beautifully animated. Aggressive language, adult humor, lots of sword fighting and stereotypical portrayal of Arabs. Glamorizes the initiation used to gain entry into the Forty Thieves Gang. Offers message: "You must fight or else be killed." KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Big hit. Wanted to watch it again right away. Kids enjoyed the production style and the characters. They did not understand much of the story. The content is more appropriate for older children. It's too scary for children under five. Runtime: 80 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-8 Suggested Retail Price: $ 24.99 Media: VIDEO ISBN # 0-7888-0176-7

ALADDIN AND THE MAGIC LAMP RABBIT EARS ENTERTAINMENT Click to purchase directly from the producer Series: WE ALL HAVE TALES Description - From "A Thousand and One Nights," this story is about a young rogue and the genie who helps him win the love of the Sultan's daughter. Musician Mickey Hart weaves the rhythms of the Middle East. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Scored high. This iconographic presentation is faithful to the original story, with excellent narration and music. It is perhaps a little slow-moving for some children, but visually it's beautiful. KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Enjoyed the story and the presentation. They were intrigued that it was not the Disney version. Kids liked the narrator but wanted the characters to have motion. "I loved the music and the colors." "I learned to be kind and not selfish." Runtime: 30 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-12 Suggested Retail Price: $ 8.95 Media: VIDEO ISBN # 1-57099-002-6 This title is available for purchase from RABBIT EARS ENTERTAINMENT

Watch video of this title: ALEXANDER GRAHAM BELL NEST FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT Click to purchase directly from the producer This title has online video! Series: ANIMATED HERO CLASSICS Description - Discover how innovation and determination can lead to world-changing inventions, as Alexander Graham Bell and his partner, Thomas Watson, turn a project to improve the telegraph system into the dream of the telephone! English and Spanish. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Well done. Good 2-D animation and music. Excellent biography about Alexander Graham Bell revealing the impetus behind his work. Entertaining, educational and humorous. Offers many lessons from sign language to science history to perseverance to believing in others. Very inspiring. Good role models about human relationships. Encourages children to think about inventors and scientists. KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - A big hit. "It is amusing and amazing." "Good movie about the inventor with funny parts but also serious parts about helping other people." "I liked it because the little boy couldn't talk but then he said he'd try." "It shows how the telephone was invented. I liked how it shows you shouldn't give up when you're trying to invent something." "Alexander Bell taught deaf children and he was trying to make the telegraph but also the telephone." "Watson reminds me of me because I have the same personality - I am goofy and inventive." Runtime: 30 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-12 Suggested Retail Price: $ 34.95 Media: DVD This title is available for purchase from NEST FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT

ALICE IN WONDERLAND BUENA VISTA HOME ENTERTAINMENT/DISNEY Description - Daydreaming Alice chases the White Rabbit into the magical, madcap world of Wonderland with its kaleidoscope of off-the-wall characters. Alice goes to a wild tea party, meets the Queen of Hearts, and is tricked into playing a curious croquet game. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Whimsical, magical adventure with great characters and a memorable score. This film delivers an entertaining adaptation to two Lewis Carroll books, "Through the Looking Glass" and "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland." The fantasy of the world down the rabbit hole is very surreal - entertaining for some, disturbing for others. There is delightful choreography of the dancing playing cards. Also, the Queen beheads several cards and calls for Alice's execution - too scary for the preschool crowd. KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Really taken with the fantasy. "I would like to dream like that." "It told a very funny story of things that we can't see here in this world." "We also get bored with school and want to go exploring." They even said they would like to read the book. Runtime: 75 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 6-12 Suggested Retail Price: $ 22.99 Media: VIDEO ISBN # 0-7888-2221-7

ALICE THROUGH THE LOOKING GLASS TWENTIETH CENTURY FOX HOME ENTERTAINMENT Click to purchase directly from the producer Description - A fantasy musical sequel to "Alice In Wonderland" featuring Jimmy Durante, Jack Palance, The Smothers Brothers and Agnes Moorehead. Nostalgic production values from the '60s. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Surprisingly feminist for its time. Addresses overcoming fears, taking a stand, being wary of strangers and following one's dream. This is not Lewis Carroll's original tale but it's engaging nonetheless. Lots of humor and a touch of haughtiness. KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Mixed reactions. "While they loved the slapstick humor and got the general gist of the story, they missed the parts that made it worthwhile." They were not impressed either with acting, costumes or scenery, and hated the songs. Runtime: 90 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 6-10 Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.98 Media: VIDEO This title is available for purchase from TWENTIETH CENTURY FOX HOME ENTERTAINMENT

ALL ABOUT JOHN DEERE FOR KIDS, PART 1 TM BOOKS AND VIDEO Series: ALL ABOUT JOHN DEERE FOR KIDS Description - Shows children the growing season from planting to harvest while watching new and antique John Deere equipment in action. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - This is a virtual visual research paper about trackers with top notch information but definitely not something for every viewer. You're goijng to have to be a die hard tracktor fan to get the most out of this. The extent of ths information about tractor ranges from fields to auction, and covers a time period that goes back to the beginning of tractors to present time. The songs are a refreshing break from the incredible amount of statistics and information offered. Kids who know nothing about farming have a lot learn about the volume of labor that goes into planting and harvesting and how machines help. It challenges the viewer with information such as motor sizes and types of machinery but the viewer does get lost. Near the end is an interactive game which puts the viewer's comprehension skills to test. KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Liked it. "I learned a lot about tractors. I like the music, the tractor that goes backwards, the Buck and the wrong field part, and learning about all the machines and how they work. I want to be a robotics engineer someday and I love learning about machines." They enjoyed learning about John Deere. Even though they didn't see him, he was a main character. The littlest viewers loved the animal pictures and named the animals. One 2-year-old loved the flags on the tractors. "I'm not really into tractors but it was still good." Runtime: 40 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-8 Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.95 Media: DVD       This title is available for purchase from Amazon.com

ALL ABOUT JOHN DEERE FOR KIDS, PART 2 TM BOOKS AND VIDEO Series: ALL ABOUT JOHN DEERE FOR KIDS Description - Learn fun and fascinating facts about farming and see how grapes and pumpkins are harvested, and watch giant John Deere combines at work. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Delightful. Well paced. Engaging and entertaining. Shows lots of equipment that will appeal to kids who are interested in farming or big machinery. It explains things well and shows real video footage of the implements. Loved the music. "Had me humming the John Deere song for the rest of the day. I like that the narrator is a child. KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Great movie with good pictures, music, information and held the kids' interest. "I really liked it. The music is good. It is very interesting and I learned a lot." "I would definitely watch it again." "I viewed this with my two-year-old nephew who lives in the city and doesn't get to see farm machinery often. He was fascinated by this and went to his toy box and pulled out a green and yellow truck and put it up on the TV." Runtime: 50 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-8 Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.95 Media: DVD       This title is available for purchase from Amazon.com

ALL GROWN UP: DUDE, WHERE'S MY HORSE PARAMOUNT HOME ENTERTAINMENT Click to purchase directly from the producer Description - When Grandpa Lou's buddy Red challenges the kids to work his dude ranch, Tommy jumps at the chance to prove himself, and drags the rest of the Rats along with him. Finding ranch work beyond grueling, the kids are one blister away from bailing when they're invited to join a real live cattle drive. As they spend the week learning to rope and ride, Tommy is the only one who finds himself out of his element. While the others easily master new wrangling skills, Tommy fails at every turn. But when the kids lose their Trail Master mid-drive, it's up to Tommy, the lamest cowboy but a born leader, to get group to their destination. Includes: Blind Man's Bluff, Yu-Gotta-Go. Runtime: 92 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-8 Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.99 Media: DVD       This title is available for purchase from Amazon.com This title is available for purchase from PARAMOUNT HOME ENTERTAINMENT

ALLEY CATS STRIKE BUENA VISTA HOME ENTERTAINMENT/DISNEY Series: DISNEY CHANNEL Description - A group of retro outsiders who love bowling become the focal point of an inter-school rivalry when it is announced that a bowling match will be the tie-breaker in the annual quest for the "Golden Apple" trophy. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Upbeat, clever look at the world of high school sports that conveys a strong message about acceptance versus labeling. Fresh and crisp; believable sets and good music. Dialogue and slower pace might lose younger viewers. Unflattering portrayal of parents. KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Enjoyed it; responded well to the message of teamwork. "It taught us not to judge our friends." "The kids were like us. They could play basketball and bowl. They could win or lose the game." "Even if you are not popular you can win if you work as a team." Runtime: 88 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 6-12 Suggested Retail Price: $ 0 Media: VIDEO ISBN # 0-7888-2821-5

ALVIN AND THE CHIPMUNKS MEET FRANKENSTEIN UNIVERSAL STUDIOS HOME VIDEO Click to purchase directly from the producer Series: ALVIN AND THE CHIPMUNKS Description - While working at a movie studio as the featured performers, Alvin and his brothers enjoy many attractions, including Dr. Frankenstein's castle. When the Chipmunks meet the Frankenstein monster, the ensuing experience is touching and illuminating. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Well produced. Lots of intertwining plots. Teaches message about not judging people by how they look. A bit scary in the beginning. Contains some inappropriate destructive behaviors. KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Enjoyed, would watch again. "It was kind of scary in some parts." "I sleep with a teddy bear too, just like Theodore." "It's a little confusing." "The chipmunks are so cute. I love the way they talk." "The monster was nice to the kids." Runtime: 78 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 8-12 Suggested Retail Price: $ 19.98 Media: VIDEO This title is available for purchase from UNIVERSAL STUDIOS HOME VIDEO

AMAZING BONE AND OTHER CALDECOTT CLASSICS, THE WESTON WOODS STUDIOS/SCHOLASTIC Description - Contains three Caldecott classics - "The Amazing Bone," where a young pig finds a talking bone that gives her courage, "Where the Wild Things Are," where Max becomes king, "Goggles," where bullies are outsmarted - and the classic tale, "Stone Soup." KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Presents positive themes, whimsical characters and creative learning potential. Brings up issues about walking alone, encountering strangers, running from older children and helping those in need. Encourages kids to think about their own behavior. KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Well received. Best part: when the bedroom turns into a forest. They didn't like the mean kids in "Goggles;" they led to a discussion about bullies. "Stone Soup was hilarious, it made all the kids laugh." Would watch again and re-read the books. Runtime: 36 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-12 Suggested Retail Price: $ 19.95 Media: VIDEO

AMAZING GRACE AND OTHER STORIES SCHOLASTIC/WESTON WOODS Series: CHILDREN'S CIRCLE Description - Features three stories adapted from popular children's picture books: "Amazing Grace," "Flossie & the Fox" and "Who's in Rabbit's House?" KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Outstanding music and narration. This thematic grouping of beautiful stories is tastefully done and a great springboard for discussions about history, language, countries and culture. Shows excellent multi-cultural mix. "Should be in every library." KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Very attentive and polite while viewing. "We liked all of the stories." The presentation "Amazing Grace" was a little slow. Kids liked the first story best. Runtime: 35 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-8 Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.95 Media: VIDEO ISBN # 1-55592-042-x

AMERICAN TAIL FIEVEL GOES WEST, AN UNIVERSAL STUDIOS HOME VIDEO Click to purchase directly from the producer Series: AMERICAN TAIL SERIES, AN Description - In this adventure, brave little Fievel is lured West by evil double-dealer Cat R. Waul, who plans to turn the settlers into mouseburgers. With help of his friend Tiger, Fievel joins forces with lawdog Wiley Burp to stop a sinister scheme. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Animation, music and story are engaging, but it does glamorize gun-shooting scenes. "Story line helps learn about new habitats and adapting to environments." KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Swell. Fievel is a likable, active role model. "The cats were bad when they tried to eat the mice." More kindness is shown than meanness, though. "I loved when the dog is teaching the tiger." "It made me think about the desert habitat." Runtime: 75 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 4-8 Suggested Retail Price: $ 19.98 Media: VIDEO ISBN # 0-7832-2897-X This title is available for purchase from UNIVERSAL STUDIOS HOME VIDEO

AMERICAN TAIL, AN UNIVERSAL STUDIOS HOME VIDEO Click to purchase directly from the producer Series: AMERICAN TAIL SERIES, AN Description - A delightful animated tale of Fievel, the brave little mouse, who journeys from Russia to America with his family seeking a new life free from cat persecution. Fievel's adventure begins after he's lost at sea and washes ashore in New York City. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Former Disney animator, Don Bluth and Steven Spielberg took a sad tale and made it enjoyable in this animated story about a Russian. Great songs, (Oscar-nominated, "Somewhere Out There") lovable characters, and a storyline that addresses friendship, death and separation. Fievel is sweet and brave. It's filled with action and suspense and good messages about power, freedom , "America" and cats. Definitely has parts that are too scary for kids under five. Motivates discussion about emigration and cultures. KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - They were rooted to their seats. Loved Fievel's sweetness. Older kids liked the action and the suspense. Kids resonated to ideas such as: "Never give up, keep trying." "America is a place to find hope." "Not all cats (people) are bad." Runtime: 81 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-10 Suggested Retail Price: $ 19.98 Media: VIDEO ISBN # 0-7832-2897-X This title is available for purchase from UNIVERSAL STUDIOS HOME VIDEO

ANASTASIA TWENTIETH CENTURY FOX HOME ENTERTAINMENT Click to purchase directly from the producer Description - Spectacular animated story about a lost Russian princess and her quest to find her true identity. Features celebrity voices and spellbinding music, including "Once Upon a December." KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - This production combines adventure, sensitivity, history, music appreciation and a strong female role model. Some Rasputin scenes are graphic and extremely frightening. KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Boys and girls alike loved this. Boys loved the revolution. Girls loved the relationship issues. Kids liked the glimpses of history. They asked, "Which parts are real and which aren't?" Kids thought Rasputin was too "monsterish." Runtime: 94 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 8-12 Suggested Retail Price: $ 26.95 Media: VIDEO This title is available for purchase from TWENTIETH CENTURY FOX HOME ENTERTAINMENT

ANASTASIA SONY WONDER - NYC Series: ENCHANTED TALES Description - A young princess finds her life changed forever by the tide of revolution in Czarist Russia. When the evil Rasputin betrays the royal family, Anastasia is forced to flee for her life, aided by the dashing young soldier Alexander. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - A charming tale, though the story is too complex for youngest ones and is sometimes scary. This version is more historically accurate than others, though it contains implied violence and has too simple a resolution. KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Kids four and up liked this, even though they didn't understand the story line. It's hard to know what held kids' attention. "I don't know why Anastasia forgot everything." "I like the little birds." Runtime: 48 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-8 Suggested Retail Price: $ 9.98 Media: Video and DVD

AND BABY MAKES FOUR HUGGABUG PRODUCTIONS, INC. Series: HUGGABUG CLUB, THE Description - Maria is concerned about the new baby coming into her family. The Buggsters learn how special it is to be a brother or a sister and the importance of families. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Helps children cope with becoming an older brother or sister. Entertaining costumes and music. Some vocabulary is beyond the comprehension of preschoolers. Some segments focus on negative aspects of the new baby such as crying and funny smells. KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Children respond by talking about their siblings and families and some even drew pictures of their families. "I want my mom to have a baby." "I liked the baby songs." Runtime: 30 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-6 Suggested Retail Price: $ 10.95 Media: VIDEO

ANDY'S AIRPLANES: ANDY MEETS THE BLUE ANGELS ANDY'S AIRPLANES Click to purchase directly from the producer Series: INDEPENDENT SHORT, AGES 5-8 Description - Andy Meets the Blue Angels is episode 1 of the animated series which follows Andy an 8 year old boy and his best friend Yaygrr a black footed ferret as they travel the world in different aircraft to learn history, geography, culture and science. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Enjoyable animation, good storyline, chocked full of information though these's a lot of technical terminology. Good sound quality - you feel like you are actually there flying planes with Andy. Yaygre, Andy's pet ferret provides a bit of comic relief for the show. KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - A child's dream for the six-year-old boys who really liked it. They were very enthusiastic but glad when it was over as it is a bit long for this age. The kids talked about pretending to be Blue Angels and how it would be like to actually fly a jet. For kids interested in the topic, it's right on target. For those who aren't - it's simply not. Runtime: 30 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 4-8 Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.99 Media: DVD This title is available for purchase from ANDY'S AIRPLANES

ANGELS IN THE INFIELD BUENA VISTA HOME ENTERTAINMENT/DISNEY Series: WONDERFUL WORLD OF DISNEY Description - A big league pitcher on a losing streak gets help from his daughter, who prays to restore his confidence. Her prayer is answered by an African-American angel who is in the process of earning his wings, but the angel has never played baseball. Rental Only. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Humorous and engaging. Great visual effects, like showing fast pitches. Some scenes have a video game quality. Many laughs - "The silly scenes were really silly." Religious and spiritual undertones. "We are taught to believe in ourselves and our skills." KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Enjoyed it. "It was hilarious." "I'd watch it again." "The praying thing was kind of strange. I didn't get it about the devil." "The devil was bad, but I think he has to be." "Why do they always have to have a smoochie part?" "Ballet was funny." Runtime: 94 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 6-10 Suggested Retail Price: $ 0 Media: VIDEO ISBN # 0-7888-2517-8

ANIMAL ALPHABET TIME LIFE HOME VIDEO Description - From a skittish armadillo to a playful zebra, Animal Alphabet provides preschoolers with an exciting way to learn the ABC's. Lively footage of 26 exotic animals help illustrate each letter. Each animal has its own toe-tapping song. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Well done, bright and fast-pace. Teaches new animal names as well as the letters. Exceptional educational value. Kids learn through songs and repetition. Older kids will continue to enjoy the animals even after they've learned their ABC's. KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Seeing a wide range of animals was wonderful. Kids learned their names and songs to go with them. They danced, sang and asked for the animal names to be repeated for the animals they were unfamiliar with. "You shouldn't eat butterflies!" Runtime: 44 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-5 Suggested Retail Price: $ 12.99 Media: VIDEO ISBN # 0-767-0184

ANIMAL ANTICS E-REALBIZ Series: AMERICA'S FUNNIEST HOME VIDEOS Description - Shows hilarious antics of wild and family animals, from giraffes to pot-bellied pigs. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Based on the TV show, features home videos by amateurs with slap-stick and adult humor. Starts out funny, but gets pretty repetitive. Borderline animal exploitation. Funny. "I laughed out loud." KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Some liked it, others didn't. "It's cruel to roll a dog down a bowling alley." "I like the funny things the animals do." "It was funny to see the dog chase the laser beam." "My favorite part was when the sheep gave the man a hard time." Runtime: 51 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 8-12 Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.9 Media: VIDEO

ANIMAL NUMBERS TIME LIFE HOME VIDEO Description - Join this musical safari as Animal Numbers introduces children to the numbers zero through ten. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Good production and cinematography. "Teaches counting and classification skills by focusing on lots of different eyes, tails, ears and noses of animals." Catchy tunes, though songs seem longer than necessary and are hard to learn. KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - High repeat value. Most asked to see again. They danced, counted with the narrator and called out the names of familiar animals. "Look at the bird riding on the alligator's back." "I saw lots of tails." "The kitties were my favorite." Runtime: 40 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-5 Suggested Retail Price: $ 12.99 Media: VIDEO ISBN # 0-7676-0341-9

ANIMALS AND THEIR PEOPLE FRIENDS E-REALBIZ Series: ANIMAL CRACKUPS Description - Animals and people have been living together on Earth for millions of years. Now you can join ZAK and C-MOR as they explore the lighter side of our relationship with our furry friends. Includes animal tricks. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Good cinematography. Cute but somewhat fragmented. Does not flow well. The anthropomorphizing of animals is trite and the interactions with humans border on exploitation. KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Kids liked the animals but thought it was too long. "It was funny to see a chicken taking care of bunnies." "How does a parrot roller skate?" "It showed diversity by having a disabled dog in the story." "My favorite animal was the panda." Runtime: 30 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-8 Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.99 Media: VIDEO

ANIMALS ARE PEOPLE TOO, VOLUME 1 QUESTAR, INC. Description - Teaches empathy for animals and appreciation for their individual intelligence by showing colorful clips of animals interacting with humans. Helps to address anxieties children may have toward animals. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Entertaining, funny. Shows how animals affect humans. "It's amazing to learn about the range of activities that animals can learn." Animals are harnessed into unnatural gear such as scuba diving equipment, skis, and false eyelashes which bothered many. KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Appealing. "I'll be looking for the husky who rides the Harley." "I didn't know the Taco Bell dog was a girl." "My favorite part was the rat. I bet mine could learn those tricks if I spent time with him." "I couldn't believe a dog could go scuba diving." Runtime: 30 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 8-12 Suggested Retail Price: $ 9.95 Media: VIDEO

ANIMALS ARE PEOPLE TOO, VOLUME 2 QUESTAR, INC. Description - Hosted by Alan Thicke and his golden retriever who meet amazing animals like a canine cancer survivor, a chimp that co-starred with Tarzan and many more. Includes a tour of an emergency room for animals and shows the advances in animal health care. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Warm, lovable stories, endearing pet antics. Good narration. Demonstrates the rewards of patience, training and hard work. Could stimulate an interest in the responsibilities of keeping a pet. Nice mix of domestic and wild animals, feathers and fur. KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Excited to see animals in a new context. "We knew that animals help people, but we had no idea how many ways." "This is better than Candid Camera." "My brother would like to have a smart dog make his lunch too." "I wish MY dog was trained like that." Runtime: 47 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 8-12 Suggested Retail Price: $ 9.95 Media: VIDEO ISBN # 1-56855-708-6

ANIMALS ARE PEOPLE TOO, VOLUME 3 QUESTAR, INC. Description - Hosted by Alan Thicke and his golden retriever, Max, who meet amazing animals. Features a skydiving dachshund, a musical elephant who paints, skateboarding pigs and many more. Includes a visit to an elephan