Sukey's Circle DVD Review

By now everyone knows how much I like Sukey Molloy's music. My grandchildren and I have been fans ever since I reviewed I Am Happy by Sukey Molloy. Any time I play a music CD from Sukey my grand children's eyes light up and they sing along to their favorite songs. I like to play her music on long car rides with the grandchildren. This keeps them happy and relaxed. We all know how hard long car rides can be on little children.
Today I have been given the privilege to review a DVD " Sukey's Circle" volume 1. The episodes on the DVD are These Are My Eyes, Tick Tock, I Like To Move My Body and Tick Tock Gets Dressed. The DVD runs 28 minutes long. I played the DVD for Little Bug and he joined in and tried to sing and move right along with Sukey, Tick Tock and Sunny.
I was able to get a little video clip on the down low because Little Bug does not like to be recorded. The clip might be a little dark but I think it is clear enough that you will see how much he enjoys interacting with Sukey's Circle.

Little Bug asked to watch the DVD repeatedly the first time we played it. I finally had to distract him by offering to let him feed the animals with me. After the third time through I felt it was too much TV time for his age. It sure does show how much he enjoyed the DVD. I know he will ask me to play it often. I can hardly wait to share the DVD with my other grandchildren. We will be traveling to see each of them very soon. I will be sure to come back and up date this post with all their reactions after our trip.

Lets talk a little about the DVD. The first selection on the DVD is These Are My Eyes. Sukey asks the children to point to their eyes, nose mouth and ears. She goes on to identify other body parts with the children. Watching Little Bug singing These Are My Eyes with Sukey makes me want to join in all the fun.
My favorite episode on the DVD is "I like to Move My Body". Teaching children to follow directions, move body parts and enjoy exercising all at the same time. I will be using the DVD as a learning tool for my youngest grandchildren. I really like when learning is so much fun that children do not even realize they are learning.

Any one of Sukey Molloy's music CD's or DVD's would make great stocking stuffers for Christmas. Stop over at http://www.sukeymolloy.com/shop/ and find a perfect gift for that special child in your life.

Stay tuned for my next review: "I Like to Sing" by Sukey Molloy

Disclosure:

I received the above mentioned DVD to review in exchange for an honest opinion.

New Peppa Pig Toys at Toys "R" Us

Peppa Pig has become a family favorite at Grandma and Grandpa's house. We received some awesome Peppa Pig products to review that will be available exclusively in Toys “R” Us stores nationwide beginning this August. They are manufactured by Fisher Price. I am so excited! We have been reviewing the products for over a week now and my grandchildren have come to adore Peppa Pig.

Just in case you have not heard about Peppa Pig I will share the story briefly. Peppa pig is the creation of Neville Astley, Mark Baker and Phil Davis. They developed the award winning animated series in the U.K. in 2004. Since then Peppa Pig has been airing in many countries all over the world including the U.S. where you can view her on Nick Jr.

Peppa is a cute little pink piggy with a British accent. She lives with her brother George, Mommy Pig and Daddy Pig.

Let's start with the DVD. The Peppa Pig DVD by Entertainment One Family is titled Muddy Puddles and Other Stories and is $14.98. I introduced Peppa Pig to the grandchildren with the DVD. The DVD runs 60 minutes with ten episodes. Each episode has a little Peppa adventure that is entertaining and delightful with lots of piggy snorts. I was excited that the episodes held their attention for quite some time.

The Muddy Puddles episode was loved by everyone. Each grandchild had their favorite episode. The Hide and Seek and Camping episodes were at the top of our favorites list.  You can visit Peppa Pig and watch a few clips, color a Peppa page, and play games at www.peppapig.com.

 

Next we decided to read the book "Peppa Pig and the Lost Christmas List." (Candlewick Press) Priced at $12.99.

This book is a great Christmas story for young children. Peppa and George pick out a tree. Santa lost the wish list and Peppa saves the day. Well, the story line is simple and easy for little children to understand.

The illustrations are cute and simply colorful.  This was a very entertaining story for all the children. Up next is the Hug'n Oink Peppa made by Fisher-Price for $21.99. She is simply an adorable pink pig! Just squeeze her tummy to hear her oink, giggle and sing.

Any young child will enjoy such a cute and huggable pig. My grandson Little Bug had an oinking good time playing with Peppa and watching the Peppa Pig DVD.

Moving on to the Peppa & Friends two pack figures play set, "Painting Together" made by Fisher-Price for $7.99. If you have a young child 3 and up this would make a great any time gift. I plan to get a couple for stocking stuffer's since I know they will enjoy anything Peppa Pig.

 

This set includes Peppa Pig and Danny Dog with a peek'n surprise art easel that flips to reveal a colorful painting.

Finally I saved my favorite for last. The "Peek'n Surprise Playhouse made by Fisher-Price for $34.99.

I am sure you want to know why this is my favorite toy! I am a very down to earth, interactive grandma. I like to sit down on the floor and play with my grandchildren. We have a lot of fun playing with their people play sets. It does not matter the theme. Doll houses, tree houses or castles I do enjoy playing with the ones my grandchildren enjoy. The Peek'n Surprise Playhouse became a big hit at our house!

This is a charming little play house with lots of transforming furniture. Just flip the unmade bed and  Peppa's bed is made. Open the refrigerator door and with a flip the refrigerator goes from full to empty. Time for a Peppa shopping trip.

The figures can sit or stand which is great for imaginative play. I can hardly begin to tell you about all the hours of fun we are having with this awesome play set.

 

I believe they are the cutest little pigs I have ever seen! My grandchildren and I think that all these fun Peppa Pig toys will make great Christmas gifts for any child on your list.

 

To follow all the exciting news about Peppa Pig like Peppa Pig on facebook. 

 

Disclosure:

I received all the above mentioned products in exchange for an honest review. No monetary compensation was received.

Storyland Yoga For Kids(DVD)

When I first applied to review the Storyland Yoga DVD I was wondering what yoga for young children would be like. I was not sure a three year old would want to follow along with a yoga instructor on a DVD. First thing I did when the DVD arrived in the mail was to try it our right then and there. I popped it into the player and waited to see what Pooh Bears response would be. He was busy with puzzles at the time. It took about a minute and Pooh Bear was on the floor following along with the other children in the DVD.

I really like the way yoga is introduced to young children on this DVD. The instructor tells a story to the children and the children follow along participating in the story. The first story is a Condor Trek. The children imitate animals while learning yoga poses. The second story is Save the Whale. Pooh Bear love this story. I had to replay it twice for him. I wanted to help save the whale. the entire time the DVD was playing Pooh Bear was exercising with out realising it.

Just a little more about the DVD. Storyland Yoga is for children 3-8 years old. I think it even might be suitable for children a little older perhaps if played in a group setting. The Storyland Yoga for Kids is an award winning DVD. Awards include  Parent’s Choice Approved, Mom’s Choice Gold,Dr. Toy’s Best Green Product and Creative Child Magazine “Preferred Choice.”

What did I like about this product? I like that the packaging is made from 100% recycled material. The story teaches childern to be eco-conscious. It's a fun way to get exercise.

Click to learn more about yoga for kids. 

To learn more about the company visit playfulplanet.com

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Review: Potty Time Potty Training DVD & Music CD

I am so excited to be reviewing one of my favorite products. My family has used several of the DVDs from the award-winning Signing Time Program from Two Little Hands. Pooh Bear understands and uses many of the signs on the first two Signing Time DVDs. 

Little Bug and Sweet Pea are currently working on potty training. I am so thrilled that we will be able to use the Potty Time DVD and CD to make their training fun and easy. The Potty Time DVD is for potty training children from ages 1yr to 5yrs. The music and video features Emmy-nominated host, Rachel Coleman. Rachel Coleman makes the songs come alive and keeps a child's attention with its fast pace and attention grabbing graphics. This is a wonderful and positive way to potty train a child even when they have a limited vocabulary. Children and babies are able to learn the signs for potty, wipe, clean, flush, and wash. There many other signs taught on the DVD. I always enjoy learning more signs so I watch the DVDs with my grandchildren. Pooh Bear has watched the DVD several times in the last two days. He is now singing along with the DVD and is proudly showing off his new signs. 

This is what Potty Time says about the Potty Time DVD.
Potty Time supports any potty training method by helping children:
• Listen to their bodies

• Stop what they are doing to go to the bathroom

• Celebrate their successes

• Deal with accidents in a positive way

• Appreciate their amazing bodies

I am very happy about the message taught on the Potty Times DVD. I like that it teaches each child to deal positively with accidents. We all know that its important that a child not be embarrassed about potty accidents. The DVD uses music videos with real people and animated characters that children will love to learn with. I would recommend any one who is involved in potty training think about using the Potty Time DVD. This DVD also teaches children to celebrate any success and that change is good. 

Pooh Bear shares some of his signs.

 Love

Potty

More

Smart

Pumpkin and Sweet pea share their signs. 

Potty

Clean

Wash

Little Bug shares his sign.

Potty

Check out this video clip so you can see for your self how exciting and educational this DVD is.  

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