Barbie Mariposa
Join BarbieTM in an all-new world of Butterfly Fairies! MariposaTM is a beautiful butterfly fairy who loves to read and dream about the world outside her home in the land of FlutterfieldTM. FlutterfieldTM is protected by the Queen's glimmering magical flower lights, but when the Queen is poisoned by the evil fairy Henna, the special lights begin to go out one by one. It's up to the brave MariposaTM and her friends to journey beyond the safe borders of the city in search of a hidden antidote that will save the Queen. Join the butterfly fairy friends on an exciting adventure that will transform them forever!
Age: 4-8
76 min.
Direct to DVD feature from UNIVERSAL STUDIOS HOME VIDEO Bugville
When Hoppity the grasshopper returns to Bugville, he finds all is not well when humans threaten the survival of his town. After moving his friends to a beautiful city garden, owned by the kind-hearted human songwriters Dick and Mary, tragedy strikes and they must return to the lowlands. All can be saved - but the evil C. Bagley Beetle hatches a destructive and selfish scheme with his bungling henchmen. Can Hoppity save his friends and his girl from the evil Beetle?
Age: 5-12
78 min.
Short from GENIUS PRODUCTS Cellabration Live! A Tribute to Ella Jenkins
Live concert to honor Ella Jenkins, featuring some of today's finest folk and children's artists performing songs written by Ella. Hosted by Grammy award winners Cathy Fink and Marcy Marxer.
Age: 5-8.
60 min.
Feature film from SMITHSONIAN FOLKWAYS RECORDINGS Madeline: Meet Me in Paris
Madeline, although the smallest girl in Miss Clavel's boarding school in Paris, nevertheless manages to get herself into one predicament after another, causing her friends and teachers no end of worry. In the end, though, she always comes out all right. Based on Ludwig Bemelman's classic books, "Madeline" stars a clever little redheaded girl whose capricious antics have won the hearts of children, parents and educators everywhere. Narrated in rhyme by Christopher Plummer.
Age: 5-8
67 min.
Short from TWENTIETH CENTURY FOX HOME ENTERTAINMENT Maya & Miguel: A House Divided
This never-a-dull-moment situation comedy revolves around Maya's well-intended meddling in her family's and friends' lives, sprinkled with values of friendship, family and a positive, culturally rich portrayal of Latino family.
Age: 5-8.
30 min.
Short from SCHOLASTIC ENTERTAINMENT The Prince and the Pauper
Eddie and Torn (Cole and Dylan Sprouse, TV's "The Suite Life of Zack and Cody") are two 14-year-olds with one thing in common: they both look exactly alike. So, when the boys accidentally meet on the set of Eddie's new movie, they impulsively agree to trade place for the afternoon. But when the production company abruptly leaves the city, Tom and Eddie soon find themselves in deep double trouble when no one believes who they both really are. Kay Panabaker (TV's "Phil of the Future") co-stars in this fun filled adventure, based on a story by Mark Twain.
Age: 6-12
92 min.
Feature film from SONY PICTURES HOME ENTERTAINMENT Veggie Tales: God Made You Special
Join Bob, Larry and all the VeggieTales friends for this fun-filled collection of four stories that helps kids learn that they are special just the way God made them!
Age: 5-12.
DVD. 75 min.; $14.99
Independent feature from BIG IDEA PRODUCTIONS, INC.
Yogaland! The Australian Adventure
Created by a children's yoga specialist, yoga is learned through story engaging children's' bodies, minds and imaginations. Exercise, calm and the yoga movent are all disguised as fun. Adult Juror Comments: Lovely film. Not just a yoga class but explores nature and travel as well. If you are at all interested in yoga, you'll enjoy this as something to share with the young people in your life. It encourages participation and interaction. The Australian backdrop is lovely with beautiful cinematography. The host is direct with a soothing tone to her voice that at times is a bit over the top. It is divided into sections, which makes it easy to watch in segments. She relates well to the kids without ever saying that anyone is doing anything wrong and is constantly supportive. One yoga instructor felt that it strayed a bit from traditional yoga classes with things such as hopping and running but applauded the efforts to get kids moving. Kid Juror Comments: Loved it, especially enjoyed the animals. They participated - all to some degree but the younger set seemed most engaged. "I think the lady was talking more to younger kids." The kids enjoyed the cinematography and recognized that this took place in a different place than they live. They loved seeing animals such as koala bears and kangaroos.
Age: 5-8.
DVD. 45 min.; $19.95
Independent short from YOGA INSPIRATIONS |
