It's a Big Big World

My 17 month old daughter just loves this show. As soon as she hears the first few notes of the opening song a smile from ear to ear appears. From that point on she's a happy little girl. The music makes her dance. The best shows for her are the ones in which they really focus on the music as she is still too young to follow a storyline. The great part about the show is that my husband and I can actually sit with her and watch this program without going insane.(What's with Boobah, anyway?) I hear tell that adults are watching this show even without their kids being around. In our family even Grandma and Grandpa are hooked. This show is great fun!

I didn't realize that this show is brand-new, as my baby girl is also brand-new (two months old and we just started watching). It's a Big Big World is a wonderful peek into the lives of animals of the rainforest. The main character is a sloth, but colorful monkeys, a fish, birds, a frog, an anteater, a wise tortoise and others also make appearances. I'm partial to Snook the Sloth, a gentle, easygoing role model with a Zenlike charm. My daughter is captivated by the energetic pair of monkeys. The puppetry and animation on this show is visually appealing, with its bright colors for her and realistic details for me. Social values seem to be a common theme, such as tolerance, balance, and living as part of the "spirit of the tree". Along with Jakers!, another favorite, we'll be watching this show for a long time!

My son really likes this show (he is 16 months). It has animals and songs, which are two of his favorite things. Not a lot can hold his interest, but this is one of the few cartoons that does. Plus, it doesn't bother me too much to watch it. Some of the newer cartoons I just don't like. I also highly recommend the Backyardigans for this age, Clifford, and Clifford's Puppy Days. All of his favorites.

It's a Big, Big World is mainly about a giant sloth and his other animal friends, which include a fish, a couple of monkey's, a bird, and a tree frog. Also, there is a knowledgeable turtle whom they go to for advice. It is entertaining and educational.

Excellent show - the animation and puppeteering is fantastic and high quality. The story lines are all very friendly and positive. They pace is not the hyperkinetic, seizure inducing frentic, change scenes three times a second style that dominates too much programming for kids. Our daughter absolutely loves this show, and smiles and babbles happy noises when she hears the theme song. She has a total crush on Snook the Sloth and smiles when he is on screen. She especially loves the closing song.

The themes the show covers are all good, learning friendly concepts - science, math, self-discovery, getting along, confronting fear and doubt sensibly, and growing. The animals are mostly youngsters with some adults, like Snook and Madge the turtle, to guide and mentor the young animals.

One small criticism - Bob. What is up with Bob? He has his "moments." He's the Woody Allen of the World Tree. Bob ought be voted off the island. Also, Snook is indeed a stoner, but a lovable one.

Hey PBS - how about a DVD?

My son has watched It's a Big Big world since he entered our big world last September. He is obsessed with it! He might be crying or fussy,but the second he hears the theme song to the show he is all smiles! We watch it every single morning. I also tape every episode so Ihave it on hand and ready to go whenever I need it! I love also love the show! Snook is the best, he reminds me of a few of my old college friends! Our favorite episode is when Snook helps Madge with her migration- lots of singing and dancing!!! We're hoping for some toys to come out soon! If anyone knows where I might find a giant sloth stuffed animal, please let me know.