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The Wiggles: Getting Strong

(2007, Rated NR, Family and kids, Starring Jeff Fatt, Anthony Field, Sam Moran)
  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 0, age appropriate for kids over 2; suggested age 2.
  • Is it any good?

    4.0
  • Common Sense says

    Ages 2-5 dance and learn with energetic Aussies.

Why We Rated This on for Ages 2 and Up

The good stuff

  • Educational value:

    This DVD isn't designed to teach specific lessons/curriculum, but kids will learn new songs and games (some of which promote early literacy skills, etc.), as well as the benefits of exercise.
  • Messages:

    The Wiggles and their friends always have fun together, without even a hint of conflict.
  • Role models:

    The Wiggles are positive and upbeat, and they always support one another and work as a team.
 

What to watch out for

  • Violence & scariness:

    Not an issue.
  • Sexy stuff:

    Not an issue.
  • Language:

    Not an issue.
  • Consumerism:

    Not an issue.
  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Not an issue.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About The Wiggles: Getting Strong

Parents need to know that this DVD is a wholesome, fun way for kids to spend an hour, and should leave viewers with lots of new ideas for activities and word games. While the relentlessly happy Wiggles and their cohorts might grate on the nerves of parents and older children, the preschoolers at which this DVD is aimed will love the goofy dances, cheerful songs, and easy-to-replicate games. The inclusion of live action shots of children with different ethnicities and abilities is welcome, but short. Special features include an American Sign Language option.

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about the many games that are demonstrated in the DVD, including musical cushions, jumping and running in place, and making origami whales. Which one was your favorite?
  • The Wiggles share some games to help promote language and literacy, like pattern recognition and reading practice. Kids: What did you learn from playing these games?

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Most Recent Reviews

  1. Kid Reviewer Age 1
    I rate this title off for age 17 and give it 1.0
    My concerns are:
    • Excessive violence
    • Inappropriate sexual content
    • Inappropriate language
    • Excessive consumerism
    • Drinking, smoking, or drug use
    • Negative message
    • Negative role models

    one word GAY

  2. Parent Reviewer
    Lives in Colorado
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 3.0

    great kid movie

    this movie is great for little kids. there is dancing and singing that your child will enjoy!

  3. Parent Reviewer
    Lives in California
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 5.0

    Great for the 2-8 set

    The Wiggles jump into some great learning with fun songs, actions and lessons in literacy and numeracy. My four year old watches it again and again. If you like the Wiggles who have a great respect for, and don't talk down to children, then you'll like this video. It is a bit different from their previous videos, as it is specifically aimed at teaching (but still loads of fun) and happens to be the first one with Sam Moran, the new yellow Wiggle, who is doing a fantastic job taking over for his mate Greg.

  4. Kid Reviewer Age 11
    Lives in Virginia
    I rate this title off for age 2 and give it 0.0

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