Avis des utilisateurs

This is simply a nice little show, and I don't mean that disparagingly. It captures the feel and spirit of the original much better than the frenetic and occasionally just plain bizarre "New Adventures of Winnie the Pooh," though as others note the latter is intended for an older audience. The plots and lessons are generally simple, but there's no violence, no screaming, and thankfully no product placements. If you're seeking a quiet and toddler-friendly program, be sure to give this one a try. There's definitely a place for peaceful children's' programming like this; remember, Pokemon and Fear Factor would love to hook kids instead.

I read the Tao of Pooh, which focuses on the East Asian philosophy and the innocence of Pooh. I think Pooh as a concept from England is characteristic of other myth created in England such as Alice in Wonderland. Innocence is a difficult concept to teach once we have been born into a world of environmental stress. For this reason I like to see more of Pooh associated with emptiness type philosophy such as Zen Buddhism as well. Pooh as a constant empty vessel that gets filled with different ideas is both comical and distressful. Because it makes the character of Pooh seem like they can not learn, which I do think is relevant for any animal. So, as the symbol of innocence Pooh has both good and bad concepts founded in education. This is why I say it is more the Tao of Pooh.

When I was a little girl, The Book of Pooh felt like a quiet treasure tucked into my mornings. I remember sitting cross-legged in front of the TV, watching the pages of a storybook turn and reveal the familiar faces of Pooh, Piglet, Tigger, and the rest of the gang-only this time, they weren't animated in the usual way. The puppetry-meets-digital style was unlike anything I'd seen before. It was whimsical, but also a little uncanny, like watching plush toys come to life inside a watercolor dream.

The show had a gentle, literary tone that made it feel more like a lullaby than a cartoon. Each episode opened with a narrator flipping through a golden storybook, setting the stage for a tale that unfolded slowly and sweetly. The characters stayed true to their classic personalities-Pooh's honey-brained musings, Piglet's nervous charm, Tigger's bouncy bravado-but the pacing was noticeably slower than other shows I loved at the time. It felt more like a quiet read-along than an adventure.

As a kid, I appreciated the warmth and familiarity, but I also found myself drifting. The stories were soft and kind, but not always gripping. The visual style, while creative, sometimes made the characters feel distant, like they were part of a museum exhibit rather than a world I could jump into. Still, there was something comforting about the show's rhythm, its gentle music, and its emphasis on friendship and imagination.

I'd give The Book of Pooh a 6/10. It was tender and thoughtful, a show that felt like a hug-but one that didn't always hold my attention. It's a piece of my childhood I remember fondly, even if it didn't become a favorite. Like a well-worn storybook, it was there when I needed a little calm, and sometimes that's enough.

Die-hard fans of the books or the cartoons might not take so kindly to it. But at the very least you have to appreciate the work that goes into making this show. It's an ancient form of Japanese puppetry, and is filmed with a green screen with computer-generated backgrounds added later, making it interesting to watch. The storylines are, as one reviewer put it, rather "fluffy," but you were expecting Shakespeare? The show is targeted at preschoolers. (Actually, there was one episode about Shakespeare, in which the gang put on a play for Owl.)

There are some of differences between "Book of Pooh" and the books and cartoon series. Kanga and Roo were missing for several months, although they do show up in newer episodes. And they brought back Kessie the blue bird, who appeared in two of the cartoon episodes. And I must agree that Rabbit is, for some reason, a lot more bossy than he was in the cartoon series.

Overall, it's a cute show, and little kids will probably like it, although it might be a little too different for those who don't like change.

At 17, I admit I like this show. While not like the books by AA Milne, other than the characters' names, it is cute and charming and nice for preschoolers. The stories are a little on the predictable side, and I admit Rabbit is more bossy than he is in New Adventures of Winnie the Pooh, the 1977 film The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh(based on the 3 shorts Honey Tree, Tigger Too and Blustery Day) and the books. However, the background scenery is colourful and nice to look at, the puppetry is above average, the voices are fine and the songs are sweet and memorable in general. I have always had a soft spot for Tigger, he reminds me of my sister when she was little, but I also like the little bluebird Kassie. In conclusion, I like it. 8/10 Bethany Cox

Something that I should mention is that I simply adore Winnie the Pooh. I love the fun stories, the great characters, the pretty landscapes, the wonderful music, and the overall innocent feel. Unlike other incarnations, The Book of Pooh relies on puppetry rather than regular animation, but it succeeds at what it does just as well. Kanga and Roo don't make many appearances but it must be kind of hard to make Kanga and Roo puppets (or a Christopher Robin puppet for that matter). However, we do encounter Pooh, Piglet, Tigger, Rabbit, Owl, and Eeyore, as well as Cassie (the bluebird in The New Adventures of Winnie the Pooh). There's also a narrator like the one in The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh. The songs are also very nice and memorable, I especially enjoy the goodbye song at the end of each episode. I must admit that I have a soft spot for Tigger, as he reminds me of myself when I was little (yes, I was that excited about everything all the time). The idea is to teach phonics and each episode centers around some aspect of reading readiness. There's one episode where the narrator gets confused and everyone switches roles, like Pooh is bouncing, Tigger is eating honey, Cassie is gardening, and Eeyore is flying (or trying to).

I've been a diehard Winnie the Pooh fan for all my life, and I have to admit The Book of Pooh is a great show! It is similar to Welcome to Pooh Corner, the first Winnie the Pooh TV series, in some ways, but even better! I didn't grow up watching Welcome to Pooh Corner because it aired long before my time and never had reruns during my lifetime. However, I have seen some of the episodes online, and it's not too bad yet not too good either. Pooh Corner lacks some but not all of the Pooh franchise's charm, but I can't say the same about The Book of Pooh. It fixes 99% of my problems with Pooh Corner and retains most of its best qualities, making this a great alternative! The only major differences from the cartoons here are Christopher Robin's shortage of screen time (more about that later) and the fact that it's in live-action.

The visuals are bright, colorful, and eye-catching, just like in the cartoons! The locations look very similar to their cartoon counterparts and are paper mache-styled, making them look like a pop-up book. The visuals are dull and a tad bit dark in Pooh Corner (likely due to the time it was made), but not in this.

All the characters are puppet/animatronic costumes in Pooh Corner. Their designs are somewhat creepy and slightly inaccurate to the cartoon, but they're all traditional puppets here (except for Christopher Robin and his mother, who are played by live actors). They more closely resemble their cartoon designs and are not creepy at all. They look like real stuffed animals (even the heffalumps and woozles), and I feel like I'm watching real stuffed animals come to life while watching the show. That's a plus because Pooh Bear and his friends are living stuffed animals. Additionally, the bees have realistic designs and look like real bees.

The characters are very expressive and energetic! Unlike most puppets, they can twitch their eyebrows, open and close their eyes, droop their eyelids, and more. Many puppets from kid's shows have limited movement or reveal the bottom halves of their bodies on rare occasions only. On the other hand, Pooh and company's full bodies are revealed in every episode, and they have tons of movements. They can do a variety of dance moves, walk, jump, and more.

Unlike Pooh Corner, most of the characters are voiced by the people who voiced them in the cartoons at the time. Jim Cummings voiced both Pooh and Tigger and still voices them to this day, Ken Sansom voiced Rabbit, Peter Cullen voiced Eeyore and still voices him to this day, John Fiedler voiced Piglet, Kath Soucie voiced Kanga, Nikita Hopkins voiced Roo, and Andre Stojka voiced Owl. That means the voices don't sound weird or off for the most part, unlike Pooh Corner. I have 1 minor complaint about the voice acting: Piglet's singing voice (provided by Jeff Bennett) is much higher pitched than his speaking voice.

I find Rabbit more likable in both puppet shows than in the cartoons. Why? In both shows, he appears more relaxed, and he still gets irritated by his friends at times, but not as easily. In the cartoons, he is the character I like the least because he can be selfish and rude at times, often taking his "perfection" too far. However, I don't feel the same way about his portrayal in either of the puppet shows. None of the characters were flanderized/butchered; they all retained their recognizable personalities, except for Rabbit, who was flanderized positively!

For some reason, Christopher Robin hasn't appeared in Pooh Corner at all, but he is mentioned in one episode. Unfortunately, he doesn't get much credit here either. During the theme song, he is shown putting the book on the table in his room and leaving to go to school, and he comes back home at the end of every episode. That's better than him not appearing at all! His face never appears on screen, and he's always shown from the neck down, but I don't know why. Did his actor not look like him?

The episodes feature engaging and heartwarming plots that highlight the unique personalities of each character. For example, in one episode, Tigger's constant enthusiasm for bouncing becomes a delightful metaphor for the importance of finding balance in life. He bounces nonstop and later gets tired, causing him to take breaks and learn that even the most fun activities need moderation. In another episode, the characters are invited to a party, and Eeyore feels that he lacks the character and popularity of his friends. This leads him to change himself in an attempt to become the life of the party, but he learns to be true to himself at the end.

The stories also include imaginative elements that showcase creativity. For instance, in one episode, Owl tells the characters about the Shakespeare plays he used to go to and mentions feeling nostalgic about them. Pooh and his friends misinterpret this as a sense of sadness, and they look up the meaning of nostalgia in a dictionary, causing them to put on a Shakespeare-styled play to cheer him up. This not only reflects their love for each other but also showcases how storytelling can foster emotional connections and bring nostalgia to the audience. Plus, there are no other kid's shows I know of that mention the concept of "nostalgia." Also, there's another episode where nothing interesting is happening and the narrator struggles to find a story to tell. This prompts the characters to step in for him and tell their own made-up stories, which is a unique twist.

Another memorable episode features Pooh wishing for 2 honey pots and making rhymes. 2 honey pots unexpectedly fall from the sky, which leads him to believe that rhyming can grant wishes. He tells his friends about it, and they ask him to use his "magic genie rhymes" to grant their wishes, only to be disappointed when he fails. However, Pooh and Piglet do small kindnesses for their friends when they're sleeping, much to their amazement when they wake up. They give Tigger a telescope that makes him feel like he's bouncing all the way to the moon, build a castle for Eeyore, and pull the weeds out of Rabbit's garden. The episode illustrates that one doesn't need magic to achieve their dreams and doesn't have to do big things to be kind to others.

Overall, these plots create a charming blend of imagination, friendship, and personal growth that feels timeless and relevant.

This is the first Pooh TV series since Pooh Corner where the narrator appears and is set inside a book. This is also the only other one, making it unique and giving it Pooh cartoon vibes.

The songs are great! Some of them tell life lessons or inspiring messages. To name a few examples, the song "Your Best Wishes" says that the best wishes are the ones inside your heart, "Broken Friendships" says the only way to fix a "broken" friendship is to try, "On Your Way Back Home" says never to give up and keep trying, and "Do the Roo" says everyone has their own way of dancing. Plus, the closing song/outro, "Goodbye for Now," explains that goodbyes aren't (always) so bad because Pooh and his friends will be back another day, they'll be waiting for you to "come back" to the Hundred Acre Wood, and there will always be new adventures coming your way, similar to "The Goodbye Song" from Bear in the Big Blue House, which is just as great!

All the aforementioned songs have soft, sweet, soothing, and beautiful music and vocals, except for "Do the Roo," which happens to be a fast-paced and catchy song that is sure to get the audience up and dancing. The music is soft, sweet, and cheerful, and sounds similar to the music from the cartoons. Quiet and upbeat music from Bear in the Big Blue House is present in various scenes with no singing or dancing.

It may be safe to consider the show Pooh Bear's answer to BITBBH because 1) they have some of the same music, 2) both shows' characters are very expressive and energetic puppets, 3) both of their title characters are bears, 4) every episode of both shows ends with the characters recapping the episode, and 5) The Goodbye Song and Goodbye for Now have similar titles and themes as I mentioned. However, this isn't a BITBBH rip-off because the two shows have nothing else in common, and they were both created by the same person, Mitchell Kriegman.

Overall, The Book of Pooh isn't as good as The New Adventures of Winnie the Pooh, but it's better than My Friends Tigger and Pooh (don't get me wrong, I like that show too) and especially Welcome to Pooh Corner. If you're looking for a good Pooh puppet show and aren't a fan of Welcome to Pooh Corner or are indifferent about it like me, watch this instead. I'm happy it's on Disney+!

This new version of some Pooh tales is the most delightful addition to the Disney Channel lineup. I think that the new approach of bringing the art of Bunraku puppetry to television is not only inspired, but most welcome!

It's great to see a fresh look at the bear and his pals since old episodes of "The New Adventures Of Winnie-The-Pooh" were getting kind of tiresome. It's wonderful that Pooh has some new stories to talk about in a fun and eye-popping environment. Plus, the idea of spreading the importance of literacy is a fantastic approach to get Pooh fans involved in learning.

The songs are hummable and cute, and it's great to see most of the original (or second-generation) voices take part in such an experimental series. I say congrats to the crew at Disney on this terrific & adorable NEW Poo

The Book of Pooh is an all around excellent, visually-delightful children's show. Notice how the majority of negative comments expressed here are critical of the characters' appearance rather than show content, suggesting more than a tinge of irrational resentment. We all feel protective of the shows and characters we grew up watching, which can create a severe bias when it comes to remakes and modernized versions of these shows. The Book of Pooh is a great example of this narrow-minded mentality. The Hundred Acre Wood is brought to life in a near-flawless mix of puppeteering and computer animation, with catchy musical numbers and interesting plots to keep the young mind entertained as well as educated. A very important aspect to keep in mind is the age difference in viewers of the New Adventures of Winnie the Pooh cartoon and The Book of Pooh, with the latter aimed at the 2-6 age group, whereas the former is geared towards older children about 6-10. This is why the Book of Pooh has larger characters, simpler backgrounds, and less complex but more educational plots. This is all to keep the attention of toddlers while teaching them basic moral lessons, as well as simple counting and reading skills. Bottom line: It's a charming, imaginative show for the toddler/preschool audience, and adults won't be too bored watching it either. As long as they aren't constantly comparing it to the other Pooh shows. :-)

This film is excellent and my son loves it. Makes a real change from the usual cartoon characters. Education seems to be a key point in this series of films, teaching kids about respect and manners. The DVD contains a series of short episodes so that it becomes unnecessary to have your children sit for hours until it is finished. Certain types of kids with disabilities respond really well to this, my son has cerebral palsy and isn't interested in regular cartoons but is uncontrollably excited when this is played for him. I would rate this as 10/10, and all the better it is available on on-line auctions for a fraction of the price in the shops.

My little brother LOVED this show as a little guy. He's 8 years younger than me so while I grew up on The New Adventures of Winnie the Pooh, he grew up on this. And, while it's not nearly as good as New Adventures,which was written for an older audience to begin with, it's a good show. I watched it again pretty recently and it still holds up. The stories can be a little bland at times, but it's also a show for pre-k so I'm sure kids would love it all the same. But it also retains some of what's good about the cast of characters. While it's not brilliant, it's a lot of fun for little kids and it won't bore parents who have to watch it with them. So I'd say, if your kid is a Pooh fan (or if you're like me and you're an adult Pooh fan), it's definitely worth checking out alongside New Adventures.

"The Book of Pooh" is the second live-action TV adaption of A.A. Milne's beloved character Winnie the Pooh and friends have gotten by Disney. The first was "Welcome to Pooh Corner" some years back, which featured full-body costumes and not so much puppets, as this one does.

I love puppetry, a big fan of Sesame Street and the Muppets myself, but I have a feeling that the move to puppets was made to crank out more of the popular 'Pooh' faster than is possible with animation. Here, the foam and fleece characters don't have much restriction to their movements. The backgrounds are all punched in on a blue screen, so it seems the puppeteers were free to move about the stage.

I guess kids who like Pooh can be happy because their pushing out tons of these, but theres nothing special about the stories and the presentation is a bit fluffy.

The only thing about the Book of Pooh that resemble Milne's series is the looks of the characters. None of the personalities are transferred over to the puppets. Instead of the classic relationships such as Rabbit vs. Tigger we are given sappy, cute, supportive clones. All of this translates to an unwatchable perversion of the classic series. No, this is not Pooh.