It’s here!  The newest Tom and Jerry DVD was released on May 1, 2012, and it is packed with cartoons.  There are 22 to be exact… how cool is that?  This really brings back great memories – I loved Tom & Jerry when I was a kid!

From the back of the DVD:
Tom and Jerry travel the globe by land, sea, and air in this collection of 22 hilarious adventures. From Broadway to outer space, hitch a ride with your favorite cat and mouse for non-stop fun and action. Whether the furry duo is running from an erupting volcano on a tropical island or conducting an orchestra in Hollywood, you can count on laughs the whole way. Sword fights, magic spells, and treasure maps fill these delightful escapades and will have you climbing on board for more expeditions. So grab your luggage and bring the entire family along for a boisterous trip around the world and beyond.

Episodes include: Way-Off Broadway ♦ Martian Mice ♦ Medieval Menace ♦ Abracadumb ♦ The Million Dollar Cat ♦ Din-O-sores ♦ Invasion of the Body Slammers ♦ I Dream of Meanie ♦ Neapolitan Mouse ♦ Kitty Hawked ♦ Flamenco Fiasco ♦ You’re Lion ♦ Kangadoofus ♦ Monkey Chow ♦ Freaky Tiki ♦ Monster Con ♦ Royal Cat Nap ♦ Spaced Out Cat ♦ The Two Mousketeers ♦ Tom & Jerry in the Hollywood Bowl ♦ Johann Mouse ♦ Treasure Map Scrap

Want it?

You can buy Tom and Jerry: Around the World at Amazon.com.

Links to Visit:

warnervideo.com
kidswb.com

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Disclosure: The DVD above was provided to my family for us to keep in exchange for an honest review.  The opinions I have given are 100% mine and were not influenced by the company or the free product provided.

Bob the Builder: Adventures by the Sea
Releases 5/22/2012

Description:
Bob the Builder™ and his machine team “sea” lots of new ways to work together to get jobs done in and around Fixham Harbor in these five exciting stories. Scoop must make a creative seaside rescue to get the lighthouse lens shining again! Scratch realizes that admitting mistakes is the best way to be cool. The team comes to the rescue when Muck’s sandcastle compromises their big job and shows him that being part of a team means doing things together. Scrambler shows that the key to bravery is admitting your fears. Bob and the Can-Do Crew get the job done and find success by the sea with sand, water, sun and friends!

Bonus Features:
- Digger With a Heart of Gold Music Video
- Mixin’ It Up Music

Buy it at Amazon.com!
www.bobthebuilder.com

Angelina Ballerina: Ultimate Dance Collection
Available 4/3/2012

Description:
It’s showtime! Step into a magical world of dance with Angelina and her friends as they steal the show in this entertaining DVD collection. With new routines and star performances, Angelina Ballerina takes center stage as she follows her heart and learns some important lessons about creativity and friendship along the way. This collection includes “Angelina Ballerina: Pop Star Girls”, “Angelina Ballerina: Dancing on Ice”, and “Angelina Ballerina: The Shining Star Trophy”.

Special Features:
- Dancing Star Memory Game
- Polly’s Picture Matching Game
- Talent Show Trivia Game

Buy it at Amazon.com!
www.angelinaballerina.com

Fireman Sam: Rescue on the Water
Available 4/3/2012

Description:
Sound the alarm! Fireman Sam and his heroic team are always prepared for rescues. Whether it’s a flood in Pontypandy, dangerous shifting tides or trouble at sea for Norman and James there’s no challenge too big for Fireman Sam! Join the squad and save the day with this collection of daring seaworthy rescues.

Episodes:
Stranded
The One That Got Away
Pirates of Pontypandy
Norman’s Ark
Sailor Steele
Dinosaur Hunt

Buy it at Amazon.com!
www.firemansamonline.com

Barney: Planes, Trains, & Cars
Available 5/15/2012

Description:
Beep beep! Toot toot! Make way for Barney and friends as they embark on fantastic adventures to places near and far. Using planes, trains, cars, boats and their imaginations, Barney engineers fun with songs and stories about exciting places. He shares important safety tips with kids — such as buckling seatbelts, and more. Join Barney for some Tee-riffic transportation exploration!

Bonus Features:
- Barney’s Color Train Read-Along
- Barney’s Loop De Loop Counting Game

Buy it at Amazon.com!
www.barney.com

Thomas & Friends: Engine Friends
Available 5/15/2012

Description:
All aboard for epic stories of friendships on the rails – learn how Thomas met his best friend Percy for the first time and how Edward helped save Trevor the Tractor Engine from being scrapped. Join the Really Useful Engines and see when Toby showed how being helpful is the most fun, and when the unlikely duo of Emily and Whiff coupled up and became firm friends! Journey along with Thomas and the rest of the Steam Team to experience the adventures that led to fast friendships. See how the greatest destinations are often those closest to home…as long as you are with your Engine Friends.

Bonus Features:
- Sir Topham Hatt’s Scrapbook Picture Puzzle Fun
- Who Am I? Picture Game
- Gordon’s Memory Game
- Spot the Difference Game

Buy it at Amazon.com!
www.lionsgate.com/thomasandfriends

Disclosure: The DVDs above were provided to my family for us to keep.

A couple months ago I shared our thoughts on the Leapster Explorer, an educational gaming system recommended for kids ages 4-9.  If you didn’t read it, take a little detour and check it out, then come back here to find out our thoughts on the Leapster Explorer Camera and Video Recorder!

I have to admit that I haven’t been overly impressed with the games for the Leapster Explorer so far – that said, we’ve only had the opportunity to try the Mr. Pencil Saves Doodleburg game (which you would think is all about drawing but it’s so controlling of what you draw that it leaves no room for actual free creativity and bores my daughter to pieces) and a couple of the simple, inexpensive ($7+) downloadable games available for the Leapster Explorer.  I determined that for her birthday I would make sure to get her something new.

I decided on the Leapster Explorer Camera and Video Recorder because Emma is always asking to use my phone to take pictures.  I knew she would love to have her own camera (and I would love to give her something I didn’t have to worry about her breaking).  So that’s what Emma received from us for her birthday, and she couldn’t wait to try it out!

When you open the package, you find that there is no game cartridge – it’s actually an accessory that plugs into the base of the Leapster Explorer.  I like this because it can stay in the Leapster Explorer permanently, even while it’s charging in the charging station.

After downloading the software , you’re ready to use the camera!  I was delighted to discover that it’s not just a camera and video recorder – there are also a myriad of fun activities like:

♥  Edit your photos, add stamps, draw on them, or add special effects.
♥  Create themed cards – like putting your child’s face in a rock star scene.
♥  Write silly stories and add your photos to them.
♥  Play a space game with your child’s photo in the space ship, zapping specific letters or numbers.
♥  Make puzzles from your photos.
♥  Add music to your videos.
♥  Download photos to your hard drive, share them via Facebook, email them, or print them!
♥  And much more!

One of my favorite games for Emma to play is the one that sends her on “missions”.  It gives her a describing word (and says it out loud) like “hairy”, “green”, or “tasty” and she is to find something matching that description and take a photo of it.  There are different categories for each mission, too – shapes, alphabet, and emotions being some examples.  It’s so much fun!

Here are some photo examples:

There is really SO much to do, and there are so many ways to be creative, I can’t name them all in this review.  I can tell you that this is WELL worth buying for your Leapster Explorer, and even worth buying the Leapster Explorer or LeapPad Explorer for this game!

I really can’t think of anything I don’t like about this accessory.  The fun factor makes it a great purchase for young children!  As far as photo quality goes, you won’t get the best photos with this, but as a camera for little kids I find it more than adequate!  I know that my 4-year-old is more than thrilled with her photos and doesn’t mind that they’re not perfectly clear.  That said, she still has taken quite a few nice pictures.  Here are some examples:

Notice that it takes better pictures in bright light.  :)

Official Trailer for Camera and Video Recorder:

Want It?

Right now there is an AWESOME deal on this camera accessory, which is already affordable at $24.99 regularly – get it for $15.45 with free shipping!  It’s from an Amazon store called UKforLess, and it says it takes up to a month to get to you, but mine arrived in a week (they sent it air mail).  I’m really happy with my purchase and the great deal!

Do you have a Leapster Explorer?  If so, I would love to know what your favorite games are!  I need suggestions on which ones to buy next.  :)

My Amazon affiliate links are included in this post.  This review is not sponsored in any way – I purchased the product and wanted to share our thoughts on it with you!