ELMO IS GEARING UP TO CELEBRATE CHRISTMAS. BUT WHAT PRESENT WILL HE GIVE DOROTHY, HIS BELOVED GOLDFISH? AS HE SEARCHES FOR AN ANSWER, ELMO LEARNS ABOUT HOLIDAYS AROUND THE WORLD AND DISCOVERS THE MANY THINGS THAT CHRISTMAS... more », CHANUKAH AND KWANZA HAVE IN COMMON.« less
So much fun for kids and families! A real shame they wrecked the format of learning!
Jennifer W. Reviewed on 4/5/2015...
My three year old loves Elmo, and this is one of his, and my, favorites. I have found it entertaining as well as educational (It discusses many different holidays/religions without showing bias.). A definite must have DVD for the Elmo lover!
Jeannine H. (hamiltonmariej) from CONWAY, AR Reviewed on 11/7/2009...
awesome!
Marleen M. from WHEELING, WV Reviewed on 5/5/2009...
This is brand new, still in wrap.
great gift for any elmo fan.
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Great non-religous video
Balam A. Willemsen | Newbury Park, CA USA | 12/02/2002
(5 out of 5 stars)
"This DVD is great, and my 19 mo. old has been watching it nonstop since we first let him watch it on Thanksgiving day. The Kwanzaa dance in itself is worth the price of admission, with the Noodle family skit close behind!
This DVD manages to introduce the basic essence of three year-end holidays (Christmas, Hannukah and Kwaanza) without invoking any one religion or even mentioning God. (Except for a brief mention by one of the ... kids near the end.) Focus is on, family (and food ;-)). It even pauses to mention other holidays like Ramadan and Three Kings day that are also commonly observed but not the focus of this video."
A MUST-HAVE FOR YOUR KIDS
J. Welner | 11/29/2002
(5 out of 5 stars)
"This is a wonderful video, sure to be a Christmas classic! It teaches all about Christmas, Chanuka and Kwanzaa in a fun and humorous way. What I really like about it is that it doesn't shy away from showing the real meanings behind the holidays: it shows both the secular and historical/religious origins of the holidays without preaching or offending. (I haven't found any other Christmas specials that do this!) Not only does my daughter enjoy this video, but I do as well (even after MANY repeat viewings). She's a big Elmo fan, but even if she wasn't, there's alot to enjoy about this video. A++"
Mom and Dad learned a few things too...
J. Welner | 11/29/2002
(4 out of 5 stars)
"This video does a tasteful and entertaining job of exploring the different holidays that people celebrate at this time of year. The origins and typical customs of Christmas, Chanukah, and Kwanzaa are covered, and several children even explain how Ramadan and Three Kings Day are celebrated in their homes. We have several Elmo tapes, but this is one of our favorites. Really fun and solidly produced."
A definite elmo hit!!!
Serious amazon shopper | Clinton, Maryland United States | 01/10/2004
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I caught a bit of this on tv one day(the part where elmo does the kwanzaa dance) and my then 18 month old absolutely LOVED it and so did I. I bought the DVD and now regardless of what day it is we HAVE to see happy holidays elmo or my now 2 year old is having a fit.
A great video that gives a wonderful overview of the holidays for all people."