I wouldn’t recommend that you teach a child mathematical concepts via a DVD, however for all of us the electronic babysitter is at times a necessary evil . If the kids are going to watch DVDs without me I’d like to know that it’s well made and entertaining and if it’s educational too that’s an added bonus. Our kids watch DVDs in the car on long journeys, I think my husband may throw the Mr Men out of the window if he hears the music one more time, so a new addition to the collection is always welcome.
My 2 year old and 7 year old watched the DVD together, I didn’t expect the 7 year old to enjoy a DVD about counting but actually it has lots of levels and would appeal to a mixture of ages. She managed to watch it till the end and I even caught her joining in with the counting in 2’s, 5’s and 10’s. The story revolves around Tad and Lily ,a girl and a boy frog who are finding maths difficult and go on a journey to space where they see how maths can be applied in all kinds of contexts. It explores simple concepts like counting to 10, but also counting backwards, counting in 2’s 5’s and 10’s , following repeated patterns, sorting by shape, size and colour and simple addition. Many of these are introduced using a catchy song helping to engage the younger children. My 2 year old has asked to watch it again after watching a few times so I think it will be popular with her. I would say it is ideally suited to children aged between 2 and 6. It lasts around 40 minutes and there are additional features including 5 songs and a sorting game.
It is a good quality, entertaining DVD that I think children would enjoy for a number of years before growing out of it. Don’t use it as a quick fix to teach your child maths, but if you want to use it to back up playful, active mathematical learning then I think it is a good choice.
This never before seen on television title is released on May 9th with an RRP. of £9.99.
I have 3 copies of this DVD to give away. To be in with a chance simply subscribe to my blog or post a comment on any of my posts before 9th May . Winners will be chosen at random on that date.
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Thanks Erica and Good Luck
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turning 40 nearly was at a reunion lastnight seen alot of old friends that i had not seen since leaving school at 16
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I’m following your blog and have included you in my Baby Comp Weekly which will be on my blog on the 26th April
Lisa
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The book would be great for my neices!x
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Would be a great prize to win for sure count me in.
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would love to win this
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Have subscribed to the blog, many thanks x
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Hi, I subscribe to your blog via email. This is a lovely prize, my son would really enjoy it. Thanks for posting!
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Hi, thanks for this opportunity. I’ve left a comment on your post “‘Can I sing on the microphone?’ Recording children’s voices.”
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This DVD would be ideal for my son – I’m struggling to show him that learning CAN be fun, maybe this would do the trick 🙂
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Great prize i have never seen these dvds before great for my DD who starts primary school this sept, following your blog, will tweet and also like you on FB too 🙂
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Lovely prize, subscribed to your blog
Love @phyllgerry
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Hi! I now subscribe to your blog via email.
This DVD looks awsome, thanks for the comp!
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Have a two year old and seven year old too. Have commented under ‘There’s a Spider on the Floor – Fun with Rhyme’. @maisietoo
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I tweet as @netcurtains and my email is mums-the-word@live.com
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Finally got a chance to read some of your blogs and commented on “My Top 5 Books for Under 5′s”
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nice prize cheers!
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subscribed to blog, and tweeted comp @lillyfer85
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great review,
Think my kids will actually enjoy this and at least it’s educational so if they are going to watch t.v. then at least they wouldn’t be watching the dreaded Night garden etc.
thanks and i hope i’m one of the lucky winners.
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Great comp!
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following your blog by e-mail. would be great for grandson
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Would be great for my 2 kids
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Have subscribed to your blog by email
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Have liked on facebook and think it is a brilliant DVD
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nice prize would love to win
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hi,. i’m following your blog. great giveaway!
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This would be great for one of the grand children
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this looks fab
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nice prize perfect for y three year old
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My nephews (2 & 4) would love this, and even more, their mum would love it – she’s due with her next baby in September, she could do with a little bit of time where they’re occupied and she hasn’t got to worry so much!
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Hi, I won a copy of this DVD but was wondering if you had my address. If you don’t how will I send it to you
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