Adventures of Dave and Augie: The Statue of Liberty/Ellis Island
Dave and Augie are two puppets who travel to different historic sites and discover the significance they have on the history of the United States. This episode features the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island and contains two history segments, two game show segments and a music video. ADULT JUROR COMMENTS: This is a great series, and this episode is up to par with the others. A combination of live action, puppets, animation, and still images are blended seamlessly to make history and information compelling for kids and adults. It is filled to the brim with information delivered in a fast-paced style that holds your attention. Love this series. KID JUROR COMMENTS: Very enjoyable. Even kids who thought it would not be interesting enjoyed it. "It was funny, and we learned something too." "Its fun to watch." "We loved the Muppets and Morgan, the inquisitive girl who is like us. " "It was good, not perfect. I would have liked more video and less still pictures." Kids liked the game show.
Age: 5-12
22 min.
Independent short from FREGGIE PRODUCTIONS.
Best of Backyard Habitat, Vol. 1 (TV series)
Hosts Molly Pesce and National Wildlife Federation's David Mizejewski demonstrate how to turn any backyard into a wildlife haven by attracting birds, butterflies and other delightful creatures. Episodes: "City Birds" - A New York City brownstone becomes a pigeon sanctuary, with shrubs, a water source and nesting boxes. "Possums and Raccoons" - Shows there is no space too urban and no species too wild for a backyard habitat. "Band-Tailed Pigeon and Mountain Beaver" - A Washington state backyard becomes the perfect place to spot local wildlife. "The Tree Frog" - Molly and David transform an Orlando backyard into a haven for tree frogs. "Chickadees and Toads" - A wooded garden is transformed into a wildlife paradise for chickadees, gray tree frogs and American toads. "Alligators and Green Anoles" - A family in Florida shows how to live safely with the alligators that inhabit their lakeside property. "Pallid Bat and the Western Alligator Lizard" - Two tough desert survivors find five-star accommodations in a Los Angeles backyard. "Hummingbirds and Butterflies" - Hummingbirds and butterflies in North Carolina. "The Purple Martin" - Purple martins receive a helping hand from humans. "Mockingbird and Hummingbird" - A Los Angeles couple creates a water-conscious oasis for birds. "The Osprey" - The majestic osprey in all its glory. "Painted Turtles and Green Frogs" - A tree farm is transformed into a haven for painted turtles and green frogs.
Age: 5-12
240 min.
from GENIUS PRODUCTS.
Growing Up Creepie, Vol. 1: Creepie Creatures
Creepie was found on the doorstep of an abandoned mansion and taken in by a family of bugs. If anyone finds out the truth, she'd be taken from her family and the house, fumigated. Except for a few friends, no one can ever find out Creepie's secret. Adult Juror Comments: Appropriate language, colorful, good animation but the story line did not appeal to most adult jurors. Creepie's family are bugs. Kid Juror Comments: Kids, on the other hand, enjoyed it more. They enjoyed the animation and the sound effects and aren't bothered by the fact that Creepie's family are all bugs. Boys enjoyed it more than girls.
Age: 8-12
DVD. 77 min.; $14.95
Independent short from GENIUS PRODUCTS/DISCOVERY KIDS.
Max's Words
When his brothers won't share their collections of stamps and coins, Max starts a collection of his own, made up of words. One word leads to another, and suddenly Max discovers he has a story worth telling - and sharing! Artfully narrated by T.R. Knight, with music by Jerry Hunt. Directed by Galen Fott and Jerry Hunt.
Age: 5-10.
10 min.
Independent short from WESTON WOODS STUDIOS/SCHOLASTIC Alondra Smiles
With the love and support of her grandparents and friends, Alondra is planning to have a very special fifteenth birthday. Her spoiled cousin Tatiana, however, has her own aspirations and is willing to ruin anyone's life to get her way. Starring Natalie Gomez, Paloma Rodriguez, Anthony Marquez, Jill Remez, Hugo Daniel Delgado, Brandon Miradi, Crystal Havens, Marie Lusher, Sno E. Blac, Alicyn Dawn Packard, Manny Cazz, Felipe Alejandro, Lori Berlanga, Patrick O'Conner, Felipe DeMarco, Otto "Tito" Strucke, Ciera Danielle, Jose V. Villa, Josefina Ortega-Villa. Written, directed and produced by Conchita Nora Villa, a graduate of UCLA Film School. Adult Juror Comments: Two girls, one sweet, one spoiled - Good tween show that delivers a heartwarming story where family and friendship is valued over material and superficial elements. Well paced. Teaches about the special fifteenth birthday celebration for Latino families. Entertaining family film that is somewhat predictable but has enough twists to keep it engaging. You really are drawn in by the characters. Biggest drawback is its length - just under two hours.
Age: 11-15.
115 min.
Independent feature from VILLA MEDIA PRODUCTIONS Virginia Lee Burton: A Sense of Place
Virginia Lee Burton was one of the most significant and groundbreaking author/illustrators of the 20th century. For over sixty years, her classic picture books have delighted children with their engaging stories and lively illustrations. This documentary explores Burton's life and art through a treasure trove of never before seen photographs, sketchbooks and interviews with family and friends.
Age: 8-12.
40 min.
Independent short from WESTON WOODS STUDIOS/SCHOLASTIC |
