With mixed emotions, ten of our parents agreed to watch Barney’s new dvd “Animal ABC’s” with their children. We say mixed emotions because people tend to have strong opinions about Barney.

But, being the good parents that we are and knowing that many children love and treasure the big purple dinosaur, we do it for the kids.

And so, our parents have been watching this dvd with their kiddos. Some watched with much success, others with not as much as they even hoped. But as always, the bloggers had plenty to say.

- Both of my boys thought it was fun finding animals that started with each letter and they have been doing it when we’re not watching the DVD too. I really like how often they showed the letters, I can definitely see it being helpful for learning them.

- Some of the scenes are placed in the familiar park. But the producers have done a good job of incorporating some great scenes in the real outdoors. There’s even a dance number where a big group of parents and kids participate.

- The revelation, though, was that as far from my personal tastes as Barney is, I really had to admit that it’s really pretty good children’s programming.

- I’ve always liked that Barney appeals to a wide age-range. It’s just as appropriate for my younger son as for my older son. My kids really enjoyed it. In fact, I would say that it is one of the best DVDs that we have reviewed.

Here are the bloggers that are up this week!

Mon 3/24 - One Chic Mama
Tues 3/25 - Taste Like Crazy
Wed 3/26 - Mom Reviews
Thurs 3/27 - Motherhood Uncensored
Fri 3/28 - Island Review
April 3 - Final Round Up

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