Customer Reviews

Blue's Clues - ABC's 123's and More Collection

5 star:		(18)
4 star:		(2)
3 star:		(5)
2 star:		(1)
1 star:		(1)

 

 

Those who were hoping that perhaps the release of "Blue's Clues" box-sets might bring new special features, such as commentary or behind-the-scenes documentaries, are going to be disappointed. If you've been keeping up on your "Blue's Clues" DVD releases, then there is nothing here you haven't already seen. ABC's 123's and More Collection is nothing more than a repackaging of three previous DVDs: Blue Takes You to School, Shapes and Colors, and Blue's Big Band. If you don't have those, or haven't seen them before, this box-set might be worth checking out, since you get a lower price than you would purchasing all three separately. Otherwise, I recommend passing on this box-set.

Each disc contains 4 episodes: 2 "main" episodes with Joe, and 2 "bonus" episodes with STEVE!!! Yes, the one and only Steve Burns, the original Blue's Clues host. You just have to use the DVD menu to get to the Episode Selection screen, and the Bonus Episodes are the ones with Steve.
My daughter is 16 months old, and Blue's Clues is the only show she's interested in. She gets very excited when she knows that it's coming on, or when I put one of the DVDs in the player. She dances for the songs, especially the main Blue's Clues song, and this is the only show she'll actually watch (and want to watch). She doesn't seem to care if it's Steve or Joe, but my wife and I prefer Steve (nothing against Joe, but Steve just has this way about him that makes the show more entertaining, even for adults).
All in all, this is a great collection, and not deserving of the low star rating it was getting. Blue's Clues is a fantastic, award-winning kids' show, that emphasizes fun learning and building self-confidence and encourages kids to think through things for themselves. This DVD set is no exception to that high level of quality.

I would have to say I bought this Collection thinking that it had Steve Burns on the DVD's how very disappointing to get it and find out that Joe is on it instead. My daughter will not watch Joe for anything. They need to get more DVD's with Steve on them. There great video's if your kids like Joe but if not don't waste the money.

This is a great value if you haven't purchased any of the discs. I just couldn't stand by and let this combo have only a three star rating when it's such good material for children.

My daughter (almost 4) just loves all the Blue's Clue's stories. And I as a mom don't feel too bad to sit my kids (my son is 21 months old) in front of the TV while I am cooking. Kids can really learn a lot from Blue's Clues and my daughter even responds to Steve or Joe when they ask something. The length of the episodes is just the right one as well.
This collection includes the DVDs Shapes and colors!, Blue's Big Band, and Blue Takes You to School.

Bought this collection to replace my kid's copy of "ABC's & 123's" that broke. It contains 3 videos but not the "ABC's & 123's" noted in the title. Sent back for a return.

Here's an idea. Why not list the 3 videos it does contain? Seems obvious...

I got this for my toddler who loves "Blues Clues" to break out on a long car-trip. While he and I love the videos (they're fun, calm, educational, and entertaining), the way these DVD's are set up is frustrating. Each one has four shows, but only two are accessible from the main menu, the other two are found in a "Bonus Episodes" section, so "Play All" isn't an option. After playing the first two episodes, I had to pull off the interstate so I could see the DVD screen and navigate to the proper menu and get the other episodes going. Unfortunately, I only found this out when I was going 70mph and got yells of frustration from my toddler in the back seat!

All in all, this is a great collection of "Blues Clues" episodes, but a pain to navigate through them!

Nothing can't complain 3 new DVD for $19.99 with free shipping.
It's just I love Amazon! Glad I found it. It is expensive even at ebay.
My children love those dvd, watching over and over..good for educational as well. Learning colors, shapes, ABC and more. This 3 dvd teaches basic important things for pre-schooler to kinder children for sure.

I wish it would have been made clear that these DVDs featured Joe, and not Steve as I thought they did. My daughter is not as much of a fan of Joe. It is nice that are a few "bonus" episodes on each disc that do star Steve. Other than that they are informative and arrived in great condition ahead of time.

Very entertaining as with most Blue's Clues materials but more than that, this one captures the interest & motivation of learning for babies & toddlers. We're amazed at how fast our little one is retaining knowledge of the basics & her application of them when not watching the dvd.

This edition is one she chooses often!

We highly recommend for babies/toddlers & for use in daycare facilities & preschool!