Children's AV Recent Picks

February 2009

This page features recently received CDs, DVDs, videos or cassettes for children.
If you click on the under-lined title link you will go directly to our catalogue.

The Pink Panther: Cartoon Collection, Children's DVD.
"The Pink Panther is - paws down - the world's grooviest cartoon star. In 1964, the pink-inked feline slinked onto the opening credits of a live-action film comedy and not only stole the show... but also the hearts of critics audiences and sophisticated cinephiles alike! And though the cartoons continue to this day, the earlier entries are considered classics. Collected here for the first time are ALL 124 of the original cartoon favourites - including the Oscar-winning 'The Pink Phink' - that captured a would a fans... and will undoubtedly continue to do for decades to come." (DVD Cover)

Sesame Street. Volume 1, 1969-1974 Old school, Children's DVD.
"Were some of your first friends named Grover, Mr. Hooper, and Bob? Do you remember the Ladybug Picnic? How about Pinball Number Count? Sesame Street Old School is a time capsule of the early days of the ground-breaking series you grew up on. Take a trip back in time with Bert, Ernie, Big Bird and Snuffleupagus. Sing along with the classics like 'C is for Cookie,' 'I Love Trash,' and 'Rubber Duckie.' For the first time on DVD, the music, memories, and mayhem from Sesame Street's first five seasons can be enjoyed again and again!" (DVD Cover)

Thomas & Friends: The Railway Stories, Children's Book on CD.
"Three Railway Engines: The first book in the Railway Series features Edward, Gordon and Henry, who all live in the same shed. Thomas the Tank Engine: Thomas is a fussy, cheeky little tank engine whom we meet here for the first time, as he learns to be a Really Useful Engine. James the Red Engine: James has been given a shining new coat of red paint, and he’s eager to show off: but there’s trouble ahead… Its full steam ahead with these three fantastic books!" (CD Cover)

Little Darlings, by Sam Llewellyn, Children's Book on CD.
"This is the story of how Cassian, Primrose and Daisy Darling, together with Nanny Pete form the AAA Aardvark Childminding and Security Agency and the bum of a very expensive bear, escape captivity in the Darling family home and embark upon a great quest for freedom. In an ocean liner. Full of burglars. Where they meet the delicious and beautiful lady Captain. And discover an important secret..." (CD Cover)

The Water Horse, by Dick King-Smith, Children's Book on CD.
"When eight-year-old Kirstie brings home a strange egg from the Scottish shore, her family never expects it to hatch. But the next day, Kirstie discovers a baby sea monster swimming in her bathtub! Part horse, part toad, part turtle and part crocodile, he's the oddest-looking creature Kirstie's family has ever seen. Only Kirstie's grandfather knows what the beastie really is - A Water Horse! This lovable creature is the perfect pet. The only trouble is, he can't stop growing. He gets bigger. And BIGGER. And BIGGER. Before long, he's outgrown every loch in sight. Will they ever find a home that's large enough for their Water Horse?" (CD Cover)

Cliffhanger, by Jacqueline Wilson, Children's Book on CD.
"Dear Mum and Dad, maybe this will be the last postcard you will get because we are going abseiling today and I could easily fall to my death. The adventure holiday wasn't going well for Tim at first, and an action-packed week just what he didn't want. But with a bit of help from his special friend, Biscuits and the rest of the Tigers, he began to get the hang of things, and by the time of the Crazy Buckets Race, it looked as if he might just help the Tigers become the Champions..." (CD Cover)

The Smurfs: Time Travellers, Children's DVD.
"Far, very far from here, in a little village full of mushrooms-shaped houses live the Smurfs. The little characters are three apples high, have blue skin and are dressed in white trousers and a cap. They are happy, easy-going bunch - give or take one or two. The Time Travellers collection is the final smurftastic season of the much loved 1980s animated Hanna-Barbera series, inspired by Peyo's original smurfy cartoons. The final season follows the adventures of all your favourite blue friends including Smurfs well known and Smurfs rarely seen. Join the Smurfs one their very last journey as they leave Smurf village and travel through time to destinations around the world including Ancient Egypt, old Mesopotamia and the wild rainforests of South America." (DVD Cover)

Airman, by Eoin Colfer, Children's Book on CD.
"Conor flew up so fast, it felt as though he were falling down... This was a waking nightmare... Conor Broekhart was born to fly. Or more accurately, he was born flying. Little wonder he became what he became. In an age of discovery and invention, many dreamed of flying, but for Conor flight was more than just a dream - it was his destiny. In one dark night on the island of Great Saltee, a cruel and cunning betrayal destroyed his life and stole his future. Now Conor must win the race for flight, to save his family and to right a terrible wrong." (CD Cover)

The Questing Knights of the Faerie Queen, by Geraldine McCaughrean, Children's Book on CD.
"Once again, award-winning author Geraldine McCaughrean brings a literary classic to life retelling The Faerie Queen in an accessible and compelling way. The original was written in 1596 for Elizabeth I, but now McCaughrean introduces a whole new generation of readers to Edmund Spenser's exciting adventures of knight and dragons, sorcerers and hermits, princess and sea nymphs." (CD Cover)

Hi5: all the best, Children's CD.
"A perfect collection of hits and favourites from the Australian children's music act. With five consecutive ARIA awards and sales in Australia of over one million units, Hi-5's infectious songs have been the centre piece of their 10 television series and countless live dates. All The Best features 48 tracks across two CDs which are drawn from all 11 of their original albums. You'll know so many of these perfect pop songs that make All The Best the ideal summer party record." (www.amazon.com)

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