It's a Big Big World

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.

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!

I really liked this show and my 2 year old loved it! He would ask for it when the time came every day for it to be on. Unfortunately, it was cancelled in my viewing area and I have not had a response on how to purchase any items of the show. The lessons that were taught in the show were very "real" for children, the special effects made it appear like a real jungle and the songs/music were very entertaining. My son loved the characters as they were puppet-like animals that danced and sang-very entertaining all around! I/we are very sad that we are not able to see this show but we frequent the website often! We are interested in learning how to purchase stuffed animals of them and are even making this the theme for my son's 2nd Birthday Party. I highly recommend it as it is a riveting and educational show for toddlers and preschoolers!

I have discovered this show while watching PBS with my 11 month old daughter.

The opening song caught BOTH of our attention and I'm AMAZED on how they made the puppets work.

Jaiden seems to have a love for music and "It's a Big Big World" is her favorite tune. She could be doing anything and if that song plays, she stops whatever she is doing and listens.

The show will grab your little one's attention and as he/she gets older, he/she will appreciate the messages that each episodes bring.

Here is what I think: Snook the Sloth will generally teach you that everything doesn't have to be RUSH RUSH RUSH. Take your time. Sometimes you can figure out things better that way too.

Bob Loves the ants...seems to be not the way Anteaters supposed to love them (Live and Let Live kinda guy, I guess)

I could go on but I only have 1000 characters.

BBW is #1

Honestly, I love this show! I'll tell you why: It's one of the best children's shows on today. My five year old son is in love with it (has been for several years), and I am, too, because it's witty,fun and wonderful.

The puppetry is amazingly done and the movement is fluid and seamless. The set (digital and otherwise) is entirely charming. The songs are so catchy that I often find myself singing along, and even humming them as I work or clean. And the praise doesn't stop there.

It doesn't condescend to children (which I appreciate for two reasons. One, it doesn't drive me bonkers to see it on, and Two, I remember being that young. And even then, I found that sort of thing insulting. My son seems to feel the same way.) Also, no one on the show has a horribly annoying voice *cough* *Barney* *cough*, everyone brings something special to the table.

And it has a great list of messages. Equality, friendship, cleaning up, caring for natural resources, listening, problem solving and scientific inquiry, all in a way that's exciting (but not frustrating or over-complicated) to children, and still enjoyable for adults. And they have bits of audience participation here and there, but respectfully done.

The sloth (the star of the show) is a bit like a surfer/philosopher, and he's a nurturing soul. My favorite character of the lot, easily.

I think it's a great show with a lot to teach and entertain young and old, alike!