Spectrum Connections is all about Connections, connecting autistic children to their own thoughts, words, and actions, as well as connecting autistic children with their parents. For the parents of kids on the Spectrum, t... more »here is extremely limited, if any, appropriate entertainment product for their children. These DVD's and associated music CD's, are designed to provide these often overwhelmed and highly motivated parents with some much needed relief and joy at seeing their children appropriately entertained. This class is led by licensed music therapist and gifted entertainer, Elizabeth Balzano, MA, MT-BC, and the playful and communicative computer-animated character, Balloo. the DVD features original songs and activities that help children identify and coordinate basic emotions and physical activities. The DVD includes added features and information for Parents.« less
Genres:Kids & Family, Music Video & Concerts Sub-Genres:Family Films, Pop Studio:Genius Entertainment Format:DVD - Color DVD Release Date: 11/22/2005 Original Release Date: 01/01/2005 Theatrical Release Date: 01/01/2005 Release Year: 2005 Run Time: 0hr 30min Screens: Color Number of Discs: 1 SwapaDVD Credits: 1 Total Copies: 0 Members Wishing: 1 MPAA Rating: NR (Not Rated) Languages:English
"Amazing! My DD loved this DVD instantly. The singing is great but the best part is the facial expressions she started immitating instantly. We've never been able to get her to do more than happy or silly and she would meltdown if anyone tried to teach her sad or crying. With this she did every facial expression! She really connected with this DVD from the first second Balloo (cute, cute!) came on the screen.
This is like Baby Bumblebee and Laurie Berkner from Jack's Music Show on Noggin combined into one and made especially for autism spectrum. GREAT FIND!!!"
My AS boys were charmed
blackburn6600 | 11/11/2006
(5 out of 5 stars)
"How wonderful to have entertainment specifically designed for our kids on the spectrum, so relaxing and soothing at the same time that it is educational: helping kids recognize different emotions in themselves and others. This DVD is very simple, apparently by design, so there is no distracting static. The teacher says "welcome to our music class" and my boys, (7 and 15, both on the spectrum) gladly join in, answering her questions and having a great time! I hope they make more of these!!"
Wonderful DVD
GFCF Mom | 01/18/2007
(5 out of 5 stars)
"If I could give the perfect birthday gift for kids on the spectrum (any child really) it would be this DVD. It teaches children about different emotions. It attaches each feeling with face and sings about it! A must have!"
Great for kids with or without Autism
B. Hanson | Tigard, OR. USA | 04/11/2007
(5 out of 5 stars)
"My son is 2 and really enjoys the songs on this DVD. He has autism and many DVD's are just too busy so the simplicity is great."
The best investment
Ali Smith | 01/13/2007
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I have a 3-year-old autistic son and he loves this video. It isn't overwhelming and is a great pace for learning. My 21-month-old daughter also loves it Both kids interact with the video in a way I have never seen before. It is a wonderful video and one of the best investments I made for my son's therapy. My son can identify emotion cards, but he can't apply them to people. This video helps him apply emotions to real life situations because he can see examples of emtioin in a way that is comfortable for him. Truly wonderful and worth the money!"