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SPECIAL FEATURE: KID TREATS 2
DVD & VIDEO REVIEWS
by Veronica Mixon December 2003
	Sing Along Songs Disney DVD - This is a sing along DVD featuring the new movie, "Brother Bear" and kids will love it! Hosted by the wise-cracking moose brothers, Rutt and Tuke, the DVD features songs from "Brother Bear," 101 Dalmatians II: Patch's London Adventure," "A Goofy Movie" and "The Lion King 1 1/2." There is Karaoke and several games including Letter Puzzle, Find It! World Recognition and What's This? The combination of entertainment and education is a delightful mix!
	Eloise at the Plaza Disney DVD - From the popular children's books, "Eloise at the Plaza" is a movie treat! The rambunctious Eloise (Sofia Vassilieva) has a knack for finding adventure in every corner of the Plaza but she's set her sights on attending a Debutante's ball. Under the watchful eye of Nanny (Julie Andrews), she also tries to play matchmaker for a lonely prince. This is a wonderful, charming movie that will enchant the entire family. The DVD bonus features include a Behind the scenes featurette that explores the book and its transformation to the big screen and a drawing lesson from the illustrator of the "Eloise" books.
	Lilo & Stitch's Island of Adventures Disney DVD - Lilo &Stitch fans will shout with delight because "Lilo & Stitch Island Adventures" has packaged two full length stories plus a multi-level game! Dedicated fans or newcomers will be thrilled with this wonderful game that the entire family can play. The game takes you inside the world of the film and engages the viewer's imagination. This is an incredible entertainment package!

	Winnie the Pooh Seasons of Greetings Buena Vista Home Entertainment - The latest adventure of the gang from the Hundred Acre Wood celebrates friendship, family and the true meaning of the holidays. When Pooh, Piglet, Tigger and Rabbet think they've "missed" winter, they set out into the wood in search for the season. Along the way, there are five wonderful songs, festive feasting at Thanksgiving and finally a visit from a special friend at Christmas. This is pure "Pooh Magic!" The full screen Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround Sound disc includes featurettes about decorating your Christmas Tree and Coloring fun with Piglet. The kids will love this movie!
	The Little Polar Bear Warner DVD - Based on the beloved children's books, "The Little Polar Bear" is an amazing feature length film about Lars, the friendliest polar that you'll ever meet. When Lars befriends Robbie a seal, everyone is surprise. You see a polar bear can't be friends with a seal but these two play, laugh and learn from one another. Lars manages to forge a peaceful co-existence in their snowy community but his further adventures like a trip down South and a visit to the local village cause some concern. And, when all of the fish begin to disappear, Lars saves the day but confronting the danger head on! This is a beautiful adventure set at the North Pole and kids will love the many animal friends that live in Lars' home. The disc has information about the various characters and audio commentary about them. There is also a jigsaw puzzle, songs and games. This will be a wonderful addition to you animation library.
	George on the Jungle 2 Disney DVD - This hilarious comedy picks up with the George and his bride Ursula living happily with jungle much to the dismay of her scheming mother. George's mother-in-law can't stand the faction that her daughter and grandson live in a jungle so she teams up with Ursula's ex-fiance Lyle to ruin their happy union. This film is a laugh riot and filled with all of the familiar characters including George and the Ape who must lead the rescue of Ursula. The entire family will adore this film. The bonus features include a hysterical blooper reel called "Jungle Bungles," deleted scenes and behind the scenes featurette.
	Very Merry Christmas Sing Along Songs Disney DVD - This is a delightful collection of new holiday sing along featuring your favorite Disney characters. Kids will find it easy to learn the words and parents will be thrilled with the results. The Bonus Features include words of the season, a vocabulary game and a musical game.
	Santa Clause 2 Disney DVD - Scott Calvin (Tim Allen) has been Santa Claus for eight years and enjoying every minute of this cool job. But, this year he discovers that his son, Charlie has landed on the "naughty" list and then his devoted elves inform him that he has to get married -- before Christmas eve or vacate a job that he loves. Back home, Calvin discovers that Charlie misses his dad and that the local principal hates Christmas! Meanwhile, a cloned Santa takes his place and wreaks havoc. This is laugh-out-loud funny and Tim Allen is superb as both Santas. A delightful treat for the family!
	Edited by Veronica Mixon images courtesy of Buena Vista, Disney and Warner to TOP