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Handy Manny - Tooling Around

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My son is only five months and started watching (or rather looked toward the TV screen) Handy Manny at four months. While he might not understand the message the show brings he certainly loves the colors and shapes of the CG animation. I know this is a show I will want him to watch as he gets older and starts understanding words and the world around him.

Why this show? Because it displays some very good values without being preachy. Teamwork, honesty, integrity, and work ethic (not to mention a little spanish). Not to be all socio-political, but it also shows how to respect people of all social and economic classes. It's a very well written show for a young children's show, and I don't mean deep character development or anything like that. More like the pacing of the show is smooth with very few hiccups to move the simple story along.

The computer animation has a softer tone to it that makes me wonder if they were using some cell shading to give it the "cartoon" look and feel. Either way it's easy on the eyes. It looks like this DVD will have three episodes of the show plus a bonus, never before seen episode (Sweeze's Day off). Not much else besides and interactive game, but then again most parents get these DVDs to occupy their kid's time with the show, not the special features.

Nothing much here to say, except kids love this stuff! Ive built houses with my dad and loved construction since I was a kid so I can relate to the tools and projects.

Overall its a pretty decent movie, and a nice change of pace from watching Spongebob repeatedly... ;( It has enough of an educational aspect that I think its worth it. My nephew seems to enjoy it and hes learning the names of tools and the idea of what they are used for so its good for that purpose.

Handy Manny is another good introduction to basic Spanish words. My 3-year old Son really enjoys the story lines, and of course, all of the toy tools in his toolbox are named after the character tools from the movie. Involves teamwork, problem-solving, social skills, and basic Spanish.

I bought this DVD for my grand daughter, she loves it. I only buy used DVDs now. the price is up to 50% off and the quality is excellent, I've never got a dud yet. Would recommend to anyone and will shop again.

"Welcome to Sheetrock Hills! When folks need help, there's one person in town who always gets the call--Handy Manny, the best handyman around. At a moment's notice, Manny Garcia is ready to help. Whatever the job--erecting a new flagpole, fixing a broken trophy or repairing stairs--Manny gets it done with the help of his trusty set of mismatched, talking tools, who just love to put in their two cent's worth!

When you're Tooling Around with Manny and his boisterous bunch of tools, you'll find messages of teamwork, friendship and community." -- From the DVD backing

My son's a bit older than the probably target age range for Handy Manny, but he still enjoys the colorful animation and crazy antics of Manny, tools and the citizens of Sheetrock Hills (I think it's hilarious how Mr. Loport's comb-over is always getting flipped!)

This particular DVD has a 55 minute run-time and features these five episodes:

1. Squeeze's Day Off (The only never-before-seen episode)
2. Amigo Grande
3. A Sticky Fix
4. Pat the Screwdriver
5. Supremoguy

There are two games: "Build it with Handy Manny" and "Set-Top Game".

If your kids like Bob Builder--or even Dora the Explorer--they'll likely love this DVD! (Spanish words are often peppered throughout the dialogue.) There are subtitles on Tooling around, as well.

I got this video for my 2 year old daughter.
She loves Handy Manny!!
This video keeps her entertained all the way through!

Handy Manny is such a cute, little guy. And I love that he is always positive.
Great DVD.

My grandson started first hearing the sounds from Handy Manny on the TV. He was fussy at a month old and as soon as Handy Manny came on, he quieted down immediately!. Now Mom is taping the show on TV and he is fixed to it. This new character is fantastic, and soothing to children. The music is great and the colors are bright and attracting to young children. I don't believe putting a child in front of the TV, but he did it all by himself..now he is 6 months and still stops dead while playing on the floor as soon as Handy Manny comes on!!!

if your kids loves handy manny and can't get enough this is great, they are the same episodes as on tv but he will still watch them over and over, especially in long car rides!

Get the 3 pack and save big!!!

My grandchildren love handy manny. Thesed dvd's are entertaining as well as educational. Would recommend this to all children.