Arthur - Growing Up with Arthur
from Our Time
"Growing Up with Arthur" helps your children cope with issues such as responsibility self esteem and dealing with change. Spend time with Arthur and his friends in three delightful episodes as they learn how to face the challenges and excitement of growing up.Fun Filled DVD Special Features All New Episodes Grown-ups Section with Tips and Activities Read-Along Weblinks to Games and Activities Continuous Play. This award-winning series helps children deal with real life issues such as: Coping with the issues of growing up Solving problems Fostering an interest in reading and writingBonus: Special Activity Guide "The Ups & Downs of Friendship" included!Format: DVD MOVIE Genre: CHILDREN/PRESCHOOL UPC: 704400114861 Manufacturer No: FN-11486
Arthur: Arthur's Perfect Christmas
by Greg Bailey (II)
from Sony Wonder (Video)
Arthur, the hapless, hugely popular star of his own TV series, probably knows on some subconscious level that by anticipating the perfect Christmas, he's setting himself up for a fiasco. That's just the sort of world-weary 8-year-old aardvark he is. Nevertheless, he and his pals are hopeful that this year, even though it's already the 22nd and there's no snow on the ground, heavy-duty wish fulfillment, or at least a good time, will be had by all. Well-heeled classmate Muffy is hard at work on the good time part, but she's too busy broadcasting the news of her pull-out-all-the-stops party to pay attention when the increasingly frustrated Francine begs off because of Hanukkah commitments. Buster Baxter, meanwhile, has his hands full getting his guilt-ridden divorced mom to mellow out. And Arthur's knee-deep in his own predicaments: DW demands he draft the perfect letter to Santa; his dad deserts the annual turkey in favor of a historically correct Christmas dinner; and he feels like a dufus, as he puts it, when, on Christmas morning, he drops and breaks the perfect present he bought for his mother. Fortunately, there's nothing a few well-chosen words from a grownup like his Uncle Fred can't fix, and the others also finagle a way around their differences--the holiday spirit sneaks up and smiles on everybody. The one-hour video is pleasantly paced and gets extra spice from a handful of original songs and a few far-fetched, genuinely funny Arthur fantasy segments. Guaranteed to make any Arthur fan's spirits bright. --Tammy La Gorce
Arthur: Binky Goes Nuts
by WGBH
from WGBH BOSTON
Includes 4 great adventures: Binky Goes Nuts, Breezy Listening Blues, Arthur Weighs In, and The Law of the Jungle Gym.
Binky Goes Nuts: When Binky discovers that he's allergic to peanuts, he has so many questions: Will he be forced to live without Chinese food? Will he ever again be able to eat with his friends? And most importantly, will his Mom ever calm down? Binky learns that the best way not to go nuts is to be well informed and to understand his allergy.
Breezy Listening Blues: Much to his horror, Brain gets a "B-" on a test. That's only one grade above a C! What caused this disaster? Could it be the new "Breezy Listening" background music playing at the Ice Cream Shop? Brain is determined to get to the bottom of this before he loses what's left of his IQ.
Arthur Weighs In: When Arthur doesn't fit into his costume for the play, he's shocked to learn that he's gotten "husky-sized." Now he's serious about getting in shape. Will he turn to an all-protein diet? Eat only herbs and berries? Or will he try something really radical...exercise?!
The Law of the Jungle Gym: Muffy found the perfect place to take pictures with her new digital camera: the jungle gym. Unfortunately, it's Tough Customer territory, and Molly wants to bully Muffy right out of her new studio. But Crosswires do not compromise! Or... do they? Based on the best-selling children's books by Marc Brown, Arthur chronicles the adventures of the world's most famous aardvark, eight-year-old Arthur Read, and his family and friends. In episodes that never moralize or talk down to kids, Arthur and his friends encounter the joys and difficulties that all kids experience. From telling the truth to wetting the bed, Arthur manages to handle each situation with imagination, kindness, and humor. The series also models the joys and rewards of literacy by presenting the many ways kids--and adults--incorporate reading and writing into their lives.
Arthur: Arthur's Missing Pal
from Lions Gate
When Arthur's dog Pal disappears Arthur must enlist the help of his friends to track him down. While Pal discovers his newfound freedom Arthur discovers how much he misses his dog. Good thing Arthur has the gang to turn to-especially his best friend Buster Baxter who dusts off his old detective gear to get on the case. This canine quest leads Arthur and Buster across Elwood city deep into the bowels of an ice cream factory past a giant cow on ice skates and right up to the point where all hope seems lost. Could the solution to this caper though be right in front of Arthur's eyes? And why has D.W. been acting so funny lately? One thing's for certain Arthur is determined to get to the bottom of this case. Follow Arthur Buster and all their friends through the streets of Elwood City as they sniff out clues and chase after leads...and learn a valuable lesson about friendship teamwork and responsibility.System Requirements:Running Time: 66 MinutesFormat: DVD MOVIE Genre: CHILDREN/FAMILY Rating: G UPC: 031398198390 Manufacturer No: 19839
Arthur - Arthur's Scary Stories
by Greg Bailey (II)
from Sony Wonder (Video)
Most kids know that a step into Arthur's world feels good. They can relate to the endearing aardvark with the oversized glasses. He alternately loves and loathes his pesky sister, D.W., and struggles with common childhood dilemmas and insecurities. The engaging stories, which focus on a group of friends during their third-grade travails, have been made into a hit television series based on the best-selling books by Marc Brown. Here, three 15-minute episodes take a humorous, yet respectful, look at childhood fears--from spooky stories to nighttime noises--in an effort to embolden young viewers to face their phobias. In "Night Fright," Binky Barnes is afraid of the dark, but he's even more fearful that his friends will find out he sleeps with a nightlight. When Arthur discovers Binky's deepest secret, their friendship is put to an important test. In "What Scared Sue Ellen?" Arthur and pals get a case of the jitters when they hear an eerie noise in the woods. With friends rallied in support, Sue Ellen summons all her courage for a scary showdown. Lastly, "The Fright Stuff" brings together spooky pranksters just in time for a "Scare Your Pants Off" costume party. In a boys-against-girls battle of wits, Arthur and friends realize that even practical jokes have limits and can come back to haunt you. Arthur should score for children ages 4 to 8. --Lynn Gibson
Arthur's Family Ties
from Our Time
Spend time with Arthur DW and Buster in three delightful episodes as they discover the joy of family and friends.Episodes:Cast Away - Arthur is thrilled when Dad invites him to go fly fishing for the weekend. Finally - an escape from D.W.! But when a change in plans forces them to include her Arthur's had enough. Does D.W. always have to get her own way?Bitzi's Break-Up - Bitzi's breaking up with her boyfriend and Buster is really sad. Harry is his favorite baseball buddy! Can Buster get them back together in time for the next game? And more importantly will Buster and Harry be able to stay friends?Francine's Split Decision - Lakewood Elementary is sure to win the big bowling tournament on Saturday with Francine leading the team. So what if Francine's cousin is having his Bar Mitzvah at exactly that same time? The amazing Francine can be in both places - or at least seem to be - and no one will be the wiser. Or so she thinks...Format: DVD MOVIE Genre: CHILDREN/PRESCHOOL UPC: 704400114847 Manufacturer No: FN-11484
Arthur Goes To The Doctor
by Greg Bailey (II)
from Sony Wonder (Video)
Get ready for a health lesson like never before in this trio of Arthur episodes exploring familiar, yet often misunderstood childhood maladies. In the first tale, viewers learn how blood cells fight infection after Arthur scrapes his knee as a result of a covert visit to the dump. The tetanus shot he receives is not as painful as D.W.'s valiant efforts to refrain from tattling. Asthma gets star billing in the next story when a guided tutorial of Buster's lungs finally convinces his friends that his breathing condition is not contagious. The third episode, "The Lousy Week," offers an entertaining exposé on head lice when an army of zealous nits (in combat fatigues) invades Muffy's school. It is no surprise that Arthur remains one of public television's golden nuggets, offering stories that are consistently creative and humorous while sprinkled with subtle reminders of kindness, forgiveness, honesty, and acceptance. (Ages 5 to 12) --Lynn Gibson
Join Arthur, D.W., and all their pals in a fun-filled animated series based on Mark Brown's best-selling children's books. Each video includes three great adventures! Episodes: Arthur's Knee - Arthur's hurt his knee but he won't tell his mom - because then she's know he'd been playing down at the dump (where he was not allowed to go). Can the Brain and D.W. convince Arthur to face up to it and take his tetanus shot like a man - umn, and aardvark? Buster's Breathless - Will Buster's friends ever treat him the same after they learn that he has asthma? Find out on a guided tour through...Buster's lungs! The Lousy Week - An army of lice has descended upon the heads of Lakewood Elementary Who or what is strong enough to defeat them? Principal Haney? Nurse Flynn? Mayonnaise?
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