Thomas and Friends: Holiday Express
October 21, 2009 by Linette Gerlach
Filed under Children's Movies / DVDs
Thomas and his friends are busy clearing the snow off the tracks, and making last minute deliveries in the new Thomas & Friends: Holiday Express. The new DVD is arriving on store shelves just in time for the Christmas season on November 3rd from Lionsgate and HIT Entertainment.
Thomas and his friends are all aboard for winter fun including snowmen, Christas trees, festive train rides, Christmas puddings, and surprise parties.
Holiday Express includes six fun holiday episodes, including:
“Thomas and Percy’s Christmas Adventure”
“Snow Engine”
Henry’s Lucky Day”
“Don’t Tell Thomas”
“Thomas, Emily and the Snow Plough”
“Thomas’ Frosty Friend”
The DVD comes with an exclusive mini Thomas holiday …read more
Thomas The Tank Is Coming To The Big Screen
October 3, 2009 by Linette Gerlach
Filed under Children's Movies / DVDs, DVDs
Thomas The Tank is going to be making his debut on the big screen. There is a new Thomas the Tank feature length movie scheduled to premiere in theaters in the spring of 2011. Thomas was first created back in 1945, and he’s been a favorite for preschool boys for many generations.
My son loved the Thomas The Tank videos, books, and toys when he was younger.
Thomas is being brought to the big screen by Josh Klausner acclaimed writer of “Shrek the Third.” Mr. Klausner will be developing the script for the new movie.
In 2010, Thomas the Tank Engine will celebrate …read more
Toy Recall: Thomas and Friends Wooden Toys
June 15, 2007 by Kerri Aldrich
Filed under Children's Toys, General Play Library Goodies, Product Recalls
There are currently a couple of recalls out concerning the popular Thomas and Friends wooden toys. One article indicates that the cause is lead paint used in the the toys, while another article points out the possibility of small pegs or other small pieces being dislodged from the toys. Either way, it’s probably a good idea to check your toy boxes to make sure that you’re clear of these toys!
Update: Here is more specific information from the U. S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on the toys involved in the recall. Thanks to my SIL.
