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All reviews for ages 5

757 results
  • Review
    My Neighbor Totoro

    A great way to introduce your family to Japanese animator Hayao Miyazaki.
    AGE
    5
     
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    (DVD, 2013)
  • Review
    Montessori 1st Operations

    Math concept work with clear instruction and fun rewards.
    AGE
    5
     
    Learning
    4
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2013)
  • Review
    Faces iMake - Right Brain Creativity

    Kids create fabulous-looking faces using everyday items in this simple but highly creative art-making app.
    AGE
    5
     
    Learning
    5
    Platforms: iPad
    (App, 2013)
  • Review
    Kids Paint Free

    Bright, random colors engage, but options are limited.
    AGE
    5
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: Android, Kindle Fire
    (App, 2013)
  • Review
    ABCya!

    Fun games site for grades K-5 has lots of learning choices.
    AGE
    5
     
    Learning
    3
    (Website, 2013)
  • Review
    Lalaloopsy

    Toy tie-in has videos, games, and ample product promotion.
    AGE
    5
     
    Learning
    2
    (Website, 2013)
  • Review
    Fingerprint: Whole Wide World, Fun Learning Games for Kids 5-8

    Fun mini-games help introduce world cultures to young kids.
    AGE
    5
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2013)
  • Review
    Colorforms Revolution

    Several modes give lots of options for fun digital art.
    AGE
    5
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2013)
  • Review
    Who Says Women Can't Be Doctors?: The Story of Elizabeth Blackwell

    Lively, inspiring bio of America's first female doctor.
    AGE
    5
     
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    By Tanya Lee Stone
    (Book, 2013)
  • Review
    Toy Story: Smash It!

    Familiar puzzler has some frustrating control issues.
    AGE
    5
     
    Learning
    1
    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2013)
  • Review
    Barbie in the Pink Shoes

    Barbie teaches kids about classic ballets; some romance.
    AGE
    5
     
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    (DVD, 2013)
  • Review
    Monsters, Inc.

    Cute, kid-friendly monster movie; may scare sensitive kids.
    AGE
    5
     
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    (DVD, 2013)
  • Review
    Proloquo2Go

    Skillful speech app helps kids communicate, grows with them.
    AGE
    5
     
    Learning
    5
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2013)
  • Review
    Madly Madagascar

    Love is in the air in this silly but cute Valentine's story.
    AGE
    5
     
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    (DVD, 2013)
  • Review
    Social Adventures

    Powerful, engaging tool can help boost kids' social skills.
    AGE
    5
     
    Learning
    4
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2013)
  • Review
    Kindergarten Reading -- by Duck Duck Moose

    Good reading skills practice, but too busy for some kids.
    AGE
    5
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2013)
  • Review
    Montessori Geometry

    Amazing starter geometry app is fun and comprehensive.
    AGE
    5
     
    Learning
    4
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2013)
  • Review
    Abe Lincoln's Dream

    Girl's journey with Lincoln's ghost applauds U.S. progress.
    AGE
    5
     
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    By Lane Smith
    (Book, 2013)
  • Review
    Clay Jam

    Beautiful, fun action game kids and parents will love.
    AGE
    5
     
    Learning
    1
    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Finding Nemo

    Sweet father-son tale has some very scary moments.
    AGE
    5
     
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    (DVD, 2012)
  • Review
    Tiny Fish

    Kids navigate fish around obstacles in fun arcade game.
    AGE
    5
     
    Learning
    1
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Santa Paws 2: Santa Pups

    Holiday musical with adorable puppies will amuse kids.
    AGE
    5
     
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    (DVD, 2012)
  • Review
    Ruby Gloom

    Sweet friendship and cooperation in a gothic setting.
    AGE
    5
     
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    (TV, 2012)
  • Review
    Wreck-It Ralph Storybook Deluxe

    Fun story loaded with extras, plus a racing game from film.
    AGE
    5
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Kung Fu Panda Holiday Special

    Heartwarming seasonal tale celebrates family bonds.
    AGE
    5
     
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    (DVD, 2012)