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All reviews for ages 4 & 8, music and sing-along

60 results
  • Review
    Crankee Doodle

    Yankee Doodle refuses to go town in silly takeoff.
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    4
     
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    By Tom Angleberger
    (Book, 2013)
  • Review
    Ruby's Studio: The Friendship Show

    This insightful tool for building empathy and helping kids understand friendship will appeal to kids.
    AGE
    4
     
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    (DVD, 2013)
  • Review
    Incredible Crew

    Nick Cannon's mild sketch comedy will entertain kids.
    AGE
    8
     
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    (TV, 2013)
  • Review
    Flea Symphony

    Clever rhythm puzzle gets challenging quickly.
    AGE
    8
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPhone, iPod Touch, iPad
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Tinker Bell and the Secret of the Wings

    Centers on sisterhood and family, with a wee bit of peril.
    AGE
    4
     
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    (DVD, 2012)
  • Review
    Scape

    Music app offers original, endless listening experiences.
    AGE
    8
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Tiny Piano

    Easy piano player, but watch out for ads and YouTube links.
    AGE
    8
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: iPhone, iPod Touch, iPad
    (App, 2012)
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    Strawberry Shortcake: Jammin with Cherry Jam

    Positive messages about friendship and being yourself.
    AGE
    4
     
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    (DVD, 2012)
  • Review
    Big Time Movie

    Boy band tips hat to Beatles in fun, family-friendly film.
    AGE
    8
     
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    (DVD, 2012)
  • Review
    Radio Disney

    Safe, tween-centric songs by popular Disney stars.
    AGE
    8
     
    Learning
    2
    (Website, 2012)
  • Review
    Ruby's Studio: The Feelings Show

    Intuitive movie helps kids learn to express their emotions.
    AGE
    4
     
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    (DVD, 2012)
  • Review
    Penny and Her Song

    Adorable mouse learns patience waiting to sing for family.
    AGE
    4
     
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    By Kevin Henkes
    (Book, 2012)
  • Review
    Rhythm Heaven Fever

    Collection of clever rhythm mini-games is fun but tough.
    AGE
    8
     
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    Platforms: Nintendo Wii
    (Game, 2012)
  • Review
    it's a small world

    Sweet, engaging sing-along app captures spirit of park ride.
    AGE
    4
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: iPhone, iPod Touch, iPad, Nook HD
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    Victorious: Time to Shine

    TV-based Kinect game lets kids stage their own music videos.
    AGE
    8
     
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    Platforms: Xbox 360
    (Game, 2011)
  • Review
    Every Body Has a Brain

    Fun characters and exciting mini-games make learning about the brain child's play.
    AGE
    4
     
    Learning
    5
    Platforms: Mac, Windows
    (Game, 2011)
  • Review
    A.N.T. Farm

    Cute comedy has good anti-bullying messages for kids.
    AGE
    8
     
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    (TV, 2011)
  • Review
    iParty with Victorious

    Fun tween-star combo raises online responsibility issues.
    AGE
    8
     
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    (TV, 2011)
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    Jem and the Holograms

    Flashy '80s 'toon boasts positive heroines for tween girls.
    AGE
    8
     
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    (TV, 2011)
  • Review
    Lemonade Mouth

    Melodic Disney movie has great messages for families.
    AGE
    8
     
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    (DVD, 2011)
  • Review
    VTech MobiGo Software - Mickey Mouse Clubhouse

    Kids play math games with their favorite Disney mouse.
    AGE
    4
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: MobiGo, MobiGo 2
    (Game, 2010)
  • Review
    Freak the Freak Out

    Victorious special is full of fun for tweens.
    AGE
    8
     
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    (TV, 2010)
  • Review
    Doodlebops Rockin' Road Show

    Inspired by the live-action show, this colorful animated program teaches simple solutions for common preschool woes.
    AGE
    4
     
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    (TV, 2010)
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    Victorious

    Upbeat iCarly-like tween comedy promotes confidence.
    AGE
    8
     
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    (TV, 2010)
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    I'm in the Band
    Plenty of tween laughs, but reality isn't a big concern.
    AGE
    8
     
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    (TV, 2010)