Children's AV Recent Picks

May 2011

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

Diary of a Wimpy Kid, Children's DVD.
"The hysterically funny, best-selling book comes to life in this smash-hit family comedy! Greg Heffley is headed for big things, but first he has to survive the scariest, most humiliating experience of any kid's life, middle school! That won't be easy, considering he's surrounded by hairy-freckled morons, wedgie-loving bullies and a mouldy slice of cheese with nuclear cooties?" (Cover)

The Missing Lynx, Children's DVD.
"Follow the misadventures of Felix the Lynx and a rag tag bunch of animals as they try to escape from the clutches of an unscrupulous hunter. Believing that his bad luck is the reason that his species is in danger of extinction, Felix sets out to find some missing animals. The terrible hunter is lurking. An eccentric millionaire has a secret plan. And Felix and his friends will have to unite in order to survive and solve the mystery." (Cover)

The marvelous misadventures of Flapjack. Vol. 1, Children's DVD.
"The craziest bunch of adventurers to ever hit the high seas are read to set sail! So hop on into Bubbie's big old mouth with Flapjack and Captain Knuckles (if you can stomach the scent of fresh fish guts!) and head out in search of the most valuable treasure known to man - candy!" (Cover)

Thomas and friends: The party surprise, Children's DVD.
"Join Thomas and his friends in these 6 great adventures in all new animation. Poor Colin the Crane can't attend Mr Percival's winter party, so Freddie decides to bring the party to Colin instead. In other adventures, Diesel challenges Thomas to a race, James gets into trouble when he ignores some good advice, and Thomas is worried for Toby when a new tram comes to Sodor." (Cover)

Bob the builder: Starting from scratch, Children's DVD.
"Bob the Builder and his Can-Do Crew have fun getting it done in these exciting building adventures, now in all new CGI animation! Join them as they construct all the fixings for a new athletic field and learn why working together is always the blueprint for success. Scratch, the newest member of the team, has many lessons to learn, such as the importance of taking naps, following directions, and taking responsibility. But he is not alone - Roley, Dizzy, Scoop and the entire Top Team are ready to share in the fun, and get the job done!" (Cover)

Hi-5: Hey presto, Children's DVD.
"Hey Presto! Hold on to your magic hats and get ready for some magical fun! Hi-5 wave their wizardy wands and scatter their fairy dust to create a world of Hi-5 fun! From magical creatures on daring adventures to a trip on the Dancing Bus, say the magic words and join a fantastical trip with Hi-5 Hey Presto!!" (Cover)

Christmas with the Chipmunks, Children's CD.
"Ring in the holiday season with a collection of Christmas classics from the Chipmunks, including 'The Chipmunk Song (Christmas Don't Be Late)'; 'Deck the Halls'; 'Jingle Bell Rock'; and more." (Cover)

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