The Wiggles: Getting Strong

Beauty mate

This 2012 release is from the Wiggle's TV show "Wiggle and Learn." It's with Sam Wiggle, not Greg. The image and sound is bright and clean and high-resolution widescreen. If you see descriptions on Amazon or elsewhere, do not be deceived. There was an error on the package, which lists it as only the "Getting Strong" episode, clocking in at 40 minutes with 14 songs. In actuality we get a second episode of Wiggle and Learn focusing on language and literacy, which is really very good as well. So its about an hour and a half of content. "Wiggle and Learn" is a selection of music videos, vignettes and instructional segments about reading and so forth, all performed in front of a green-screen with surreal, bright, vivid computer generated backdrops. I like this format, which a lot of Wiggles videos seem to follow- a variety show style, with a mixture of material to keep things interesting. The group is at the peak of their powers and Sam does a darn good job, too. Well done Sammy! He does a fine job! It turns out I had all these feelings of anger about (original Yellow Wiggle) Greg's illness, and I turned them on poor Sam! Who knew! Sorry, Sam.

I bought Getting Strong for my 2 year old son who is a huge Wiggles Fan. We have all of the DVDs that are out. I was afraid that Getting Strong was going to tank with him because this is the first DVD with Sam as the yellow Wiggle. To my surprise it is a big hit. Not only with my 2 year old but with my 4 year old. Finally a DVD that they both agree on.Getting Strong is not like any other Wiggle DVD. Each Wiggle has an equal part in the singing and dancing. You actually hear Jeff sing!!!! It is colorful and has very catchy songs. This DVD also is very educational. The Wiggles teach colors, letters, shapes and letter sounds. The seem to have focused on education then song this go around. Not to say the songs are not cute as always.For those who attended Wiggle World at Six Flags, these are the songs that were playing on all of the rides.Very cute! Way to go!

My child received this DVD for Christmas and LOVES it!! We watched it over and over and over again all day on Christmas and my child has not tired of it yet. I love how there are almost two different videos in one. The first part of "Getting Strong" is about movement and the second part is about language and literacy. There is a lot of learning going on in this DVD. My child loves The Wiggles and has been a fan since turning a year old. Even though my child got a couple other new Wiggles DVD's for Christmas, when given the choice my child chooses Getting Strong. There are lots of color and catchy tunes that make this DVD a toddler's favorite! This DVD really encourages children to get up and move and highlights wiggling and learning together. I highly recommend The Wiggles "Getting Strong" if your child loves music, dancing, movement, and learning!!

This is a very good video and a great debut for Sam, who replaced Greg. We first saw it on cable (On-Demand) and my 3 yr-old daughter immediately wanted a DVD copy so that she can watch it over and over. My 6 yr-old liked it as well, especially the antics of Capt. Feathersword and Anthony. The song "Hello, We're the Wiggles" was not only a good new intro song, but also introduced Sam very well to kids. My children liked him which is a good indication of how well Sam filled the role.The only thing that could be better is the use of digital backgrounds. Either use real backgrounds/locations or improve it. It also remains to be seen whether the new songs will be hits in the level of "Fruit Salad" but all the songs are pretty good. This DVD is highly recommended.

The dvd is not as active as I thought it was going to be but it’s very educational

I was so sad that Greg wasn't going to be part of the Wiggles I wasn't even sure I wanted to buy the new DVD. Our granddaughter who is 26 months old has been watching the WIGGLES with us since she was six months old, so we were concerned this would bother her. She seemed to accept SAM and there was new and old music in the DVD. The best part is that it was much more educational combining phonetics with the usual songs and skits. Really I don't understand most of the cricism of the silliness, etc. This is meant for preschoolers,it is meant to be basic, simple and understandable for children with limited vocabulary and motor skills not for their parents. I love the reinforcement of manners and nutrition and cultural diversity of songs and dances. YEAH WIGGLES!!!

This is the latest and most recently distributed The Wiggles dvd and I know. I have all the Wiggles dvds, including this one. It's brilliant therapy with song, dance, and tons of action just perfect for our very curious and active toddlers and gives us parents a "time out" as well as a chance to interact with our kiddos. It has inspired my daughter to keep positive during her (too many) hospital visits and I highly recommending this or any Wiggle movie for your child. Caution: tunes are catchy and you will find yourself singing them out in public and look utterly silly doing it. If you are not afraid of being silly, then get The Wiggles.

My 2 year old niece love the Wiggles or "Wiggosh" as she calls them. This dvd is no exception. What I like about them is that no matter what silliness they get up to on this show, they throw themselves into it 100%. Its all about their audience and their tiny little people who watch this appreciate it in the cutest ways.If you are looking for a good kids show for your little one, then get the Wiggles!

An excellent DVD for kids, one of their better ones. Very exciting and educational for the kiddies, there is lots of new grammar, vocab and concepts covered in this video, including comparatives (Superlatives etc) and positive health messages. It's really great.

All Wiggles DVDs are wonderful! They keep the young ones moving and parents and grandparents don't get fed up with hearing them over and over and over and...

This DVD contains two episodes of Wiggle and Learn. The characters are as fun as ever. Although there are some sections that do not hold my 2 1/2 year olds attention right now, he will likely find them interesting as he gets a bit older. I also got some fun party game ideas from it.

A good DVD for keeping your little ones keeping fit and Wiggling. The original Wiggles are disbanding, so these DVDs will become less available.