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★★★★★
The Ultimate Distraction DVD
My youngest son received this video as a gift. I was skeptical about how interesting this DVD would be - the videos are just various clips of toys and images of food, played over classical music (Mozart). After a few months, here's what I think:
Pros:
+ My youngest son is completely mesmerized by the video. I get a half hour of distraction to get chores done.
+ The music is pleasing for everyone in the house (my oldest son likes it too).
+ After a few months they still enjoy watching it.
Cons:
- Lacks any educational value.
The educational value thing bothered me, but DVDs are amazing for buying time. After researching on Amazon, I found and bought these videos to address that problem:
* Tiny Tutor: Early Language Development System: 4 very simple videos that cover letters, numbers, shapes and colors. My youngest LOVES these videos.
* LeapFrog: Learning DVD Set: 3 DVD set that is better for older kids (Leapfrog suggests 3-6 years old). My oldest really likes "Talking Words Factory".
* Baby Signing Time Volume 1 DVD: AMAZING. My youngest knows how to sign for milk, more food, and when he is done eating! I wish I had this for my oldest.
For distraction value, Baby Mozart is great, and it's still my youngest son's favorite DVD. 5+ stars for giving me time to get things done around the house.
February 2013 · Movies and TV