New DVDs for preschoolers this week include “My Little Pony,” “The Wiggles,” “Baby Genius” and “Sofia the First.” Here’s a sneak peek at the new releases.
1. MY LITTLE PONY: FRIENDSHIP IS MAGIC – ADVENTURES OF THE CUTIE MARK CRUSADERS
Not rated. Shout! Factory. Buy/Watch on Amazon.
In Equestria, obtaining a cutie mark is an important coming-of-age moment for a young Pony. After all, Ponies acquire their cutie marks only after they discover a unique characteristic about themselves, setting them apart from all other Ponies.
So when Sweetie Belle, Scootaloo and Apple Bloom meet, they instantly become friends and make it their mission to find their cutie marks!
Episodes include: “The Cutie Mark Chronicles”; “The Cutie Pox”; “Flight To The Finish”; “Pinkie Pride”; “Twilight Time.”
2. BABY GENIUS: BABY ANIMALS
Not rated. PBS. Buy/Watch on Amazon.
Join the Baby Genius friends – Vinko, DJ, Temp, Oboe, and Frankie – as they introduce babies and toddlers to colors, shapes, letters, numbers, and more through classical music, childhood sing-along favorites, and colorful and engaging videos. Giggles abound when little kids meet some adorable little animals, including tigers, orangutans, and gorillas.
Then the San Diego Zoo is brought to life through a musical menagerie that features pandas, tropical birds, hippos, and more. All this animal fun is set to the joyful beat of favorite sing-along songs and classical pieces. Adventures include: “Baby Animals”; “A Trip to the San Diego Zoo.” Also includes a bonus CD – “Baby Animals Favorite Sing-A-Longs.”
3. SOFIA THE FIRST: THE CURSE OF PRINCESS IVY
Not rated. Disney. Buy/Watch on Amazon.
The revelation of a spellbinding secret sets in motion a thrilling adventure! After learning that the Amulet of Avalor is magical, Amber snatches it while Sofia is sleeping.
Unfortunately, she unwittingly unleashes a curse that summons evil Princess Ivy, who threatens to destroy the amulet, seize the crown and turn the entire kingdom black-and-white!
Soar through the skies with Amber and Sofia — aided by special guest Rapunzel — as they embark on a daring quest to defeat Ivy, break the curse and save Enchancia. Episodes include: “The Curse of Princess Ivy”; “The Amulet of Avalor”; “Princess Butterfly”; “The Emerald Key.”
4. WIGGLES: WIGGLE HOUSE
Not rated. NCircle Entertainment. Buy/Watch on Amazon.
Who’s in The Wiggles’ House? All your favorite friends – Emma, Lachy, Simon and Anthony, and 25 new songs! Join the fun of “The Laughing Doctor,” taste the delights of “Pappadum,” “Do the Hawk” with Lee Hawkins, “Have a Good Day (Kia Pai to Ra)” with New Zealand’s Robert Rakete, and more!
Images in this feature used courtesy of the studios and distributors.
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