Read With Me - The Little Engine That Could

by Fisher-Price

Product Features

• Who will help? The little blue engine says, "I think I can, I think I can." She's powered by positive thinking
• This Read With Me DVD software title is filled with learning exercises and games based on David Kirk's irresistible story about the rewards of kindness and the importance of friendship
• Part of Software Assortment
• Part of Read With Me DVD
• Age Range 3 to 7 Years

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 1.5 x 8 x 11 inches ; 7.2 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B0007YDBAA
• Item model number: H4658
• Manufacturer recommended age: 24 months - 5 years
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #64,405 in Toys & Games (See Top 100 in Toys & Games)
  • #3 in Toys & Games > Preschool > Toddler Toys > Learning > Reading & Writing
  • #32 in Toys & Games > Preschool > Pre-Kindergarten Toys > Learning > Reading & Writing
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)

Product Description

Editorial Review

Reading is fundamental, and now it’s fun, too! A joint production of Scholastic and Fisher-Price, the Read with Me DVD series reinvents classic children’s stories, animating words and images in an exciting way that encourages story comprehension, reading, and vocabulary skills. Slip in any of the series DVDs and the television transforms into a library. The Little Engine That Could by Watty Piper is a classic story of self-esteem and positive thinking, as the little engine says, "I think I can, I think I can." Kids can listen and watch the animated story, or choose to play along using the sturdy wireless console (sold separately). Read & Play brings the animated tale to life--words highlight as the narrator reads along, asking fun questions that encourage story comprehension and vocabulary skills. Story Games offers enjoyable, interactive games and the Parent Guide contains tips for reading aloud. As reading skills develop, My Turn to Read encourages children to read at their own pace without the narrator. With over 100 activities and interactive questions, The Little Engine That Could is sure to please both parents and preschoolers. --Heather Lyndon

Product Description

When the other engines refuse, the Little Blue Engine tries to pull a stranded train full of toys and good food over the mountain. Designed in conjunction with a major children's publisher, Scholastic, the Read With Me DVD Learning System is a story comprehension and vocabulary system bringing timeless children's books even closer on DVD. Beloved illustrations are brought to life with thoughtful animation, the text is highlighted and read aloud to children. Children answer questions about the story using a wireless controller. Increasing their comprehension of the story and vocabulary will give them confidence in their own ability to analyze stories in general. Read With Me Learning System sold separately.

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Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great product!, January 13, 2006

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Mom in Florida (Bradenton, FL) - See all my reviews

= Durability:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:4.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Read With Me - The Little Engine That Could (Toy)

My son received this as a christmas gift, and thoroughly enjoys it. This is not a regular DVD. It is designed to go with the "Read With Me DVD" system (a separate remote control that works with it on your TV). A previous reviewer was not aware of this, so it should not have received a bad review for consumer error.

4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Learn to read DVD, January 4, 2006

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S. Marvin (Worthington, Ohio United States) - See all my reviews
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= Durability:4.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:4.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:4.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Read With Me - The Little Engine That Could (Toy)

My son is 5 and this was a great gift for him. He enjoys the many different activities associated with each DVD. Unlike a previous person complained, I was fully aware you needed the special player to view this DVD. The player is very easy to use and my son requires very little assistance from me. He sits for over an hour playing with each DVD!!!

5.0 out of 5 stars A Great Addition for Those (Kids) Who Love the Book, February 22, 2009

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Ehud Nathaniel (NJ, USA) - See all my reviews
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= Durability:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:4.0 out of 5 stars 

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This review is from: Read With Me - The Little Engine That Could (Toy)

My 4 years old kid had a great time with it as he loved it first as 'just' a book.
I do think the upper bracket age of 7 years - as advertised - is somewhat too high