Zumba DVD songs appropriate for kids? I read reviews on the ZUMBA Wii game that said the songs had some lyrics that are inappropriate for young kids. The whole point for me to get a Zumba game or DVDs is so that I don't have to find a babysitter for my 3 yr old and can workout with her around. Are there lyrics to the songs on these DVDs and if so are they child appropriate? Zumba DVD songs appropriate for kids? I read reviews on the ZUMBA Wii game that said the songs had some lyrics that are inappropriate for young kids. The whole point for me to get a Zumba game or... » Read More Zumba DVD songs appropriate for kids? I read reviews on the ZUMBA Wii game that said the songs had some lyrics that are inappropriate for young kids. The whole point for me to get a Zumba game or DVDs is so that I don't have to find a babysitter for my 3 yr old and can workout with her around. Are there lyrics to the songs on these DVDs and if so are they child appropriate? « Show Less
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I have been going to Zumba classes for a couple of years now, and I have never heard an inappropriate song. Most of the songs are either recorded especially for zumba or adaptations of popular songs - all G rated. By the way, I am a Spanish speaker, so I do understand the lyrics. I hope this helps.
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I didn't find anything wrong with the lyrics. Most are in spainsh anyway.I don't know about the wii game.Here's a link to listen to the music on the DVDS. http://www.zumba.com/pages/music-player.html or go to zumba.com and the player is bottom right.
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I have only done Zumba at the gym and on the wii, so I can't speak to the DVD. I will say that I prefer going to the gym, but the wii game was a great alternative for me. I like the fact that it gives you some feedback on your performance (which you can't get with the DVD). The only thing that I will say negative is that the first Zumba Fitness for wii did not have the best graphics and therefore was hard to follow. Zumba Fitness 2 was a vast improvement (180 degrees). The graphics are much better and it have the cues on the side about what the next move is going to be.
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I'm not sure? I had the Zumba Gold and it is slower music and a slower pace. You could try them, I prefer the DVD's. Good Luck.
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Also, I already knew the songs on Zumba Fitness 2 and I was more motivated to do the routines as a result. Also, the game keeps track of your fitness minutes, weight, and technique. I found it motivating to see the progress of my weight loss right on the game. That is why I preferred to purchase the wii game instead of the DVD. So if you are going to try Zumba Fitness for wii, skip the first version of the game and just get Zumba Fitness 2. It is much closer to being in the class.
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I bought my daughter a DS when she turned 4, and she is now 6 1/2 and has just started playing it a bit more. I thought about the Leappad for her, but since she doesn't play her DS much, I will probably opt out or load up a netbook with educational games for her. She loves cameras and taking videos though, and I thought it would be good for that. Do you guys have anything else you can suggest for a 6 1/2 year old who can work my smartphone better than I can? It should be able to take pictures, videos, be sturdy, and offer educational games geared at older children. She is in the first grade, but is reading at a third grade level. I bought my daughter a DS when she turned 4, and she is now 6 1/2 and has just started playing it a bit more. I thought about the Leappad for her, but since she doesn't play her DS much, I will probably opt out or load up a netbook with educational games for her. She loves cameras and taking videos though, and I thought it would be good for that. Do you guys have anything else you can suggest for a 6 1/2 year old who can work my smartphone better than I can? It should be able to take pictures, videos, be sturdy, and offer educational games geared at older children. She is in the first... » Read More I bought my daughter a DS when she turned 4, and she is now 6 1/2 and has just started playing it a bit more. I thought about the Leappad for her, but since she doesn't play her DS much, I will probably opt out or load up a netbook with educational games for her. She loves cameras and taking videos though, and I thought it would be good for that. Do you guys have anything else you can suggest for a 6 1/2 year old who can work my smartphone better than I can? It should be able to take pictures, videos, be sturdy, and offer educational games geared at older children. She is in the first grade, but is reading at a third grade level. « Show Less
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good quality .. not sure about music. my kids is 16 months.. so not used yet.
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Thanks for your input. I did not get one, I just decided that since we have the Wii - that's enough right now. I don't want to turn them into big gamers at the age of 4. Thanks again for your input, have a Merry Christmas!
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Kelli Mullaly, it is appropriate. The violence is cartoony and there are other things to do on the game besides fighting that has mini games etc. There is no nudity or bad language. I let my seven year old cousin play it and he has a fun time.
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I have the first wii game and I don't like it.. based on some reviews, it seems that both Wii and Dvd have the same problem.. My problem is that the steps are not really taught, so I end up fumbling all over the place, and because of the sensor, my score sucks. so if the dvd is still hard and gives no basic steps, then maybe the dvd would be better
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Songs are preloaded! and There are apps to purchase like kids bop (my earlier answer was incorrect--&gt;&gt; I added the correct info below complete with songs
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That's a great question! I don't know! In fact, mine stopped playing all together yesterday! He's not even a year old! And I push the button and keep him where the kids with him, so it's not bc they're rough with him. Our first one was from a consignment sale and did the same thing, but I assumed it was bc the people before were rough on him. Now we have two Elmo's that don't work.
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I dont believe that i said that it wasnt intended for children 13 and under in any of my reviews. I might be mistaken, but I don't think so. i think its a great game for kids.
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The game will teach the variety of steps before you can actually go along with the dance routines of the game. I recommend the game. I have a DVD for Zumba and I rarely put it in because the game is so much easier to follow along.
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I've been using my karaoke machine to sing old standards and Christmas carols at an assisted living facility, and it's been working out nicely. I connect it to the big screen TV and the house stereo. (I want to mention that the voice of the one singing is projected through the stereo, but the music from the karaoke CD's isn't. The karaoke machine itself projects the music pretty well though. ) As long as your 5 year old can read lyrics or has the songs memorized, you can get children's karaoke CD's and have a great sing along.
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My children are older, but we have downloaded several games from the google play store. I checked and there are some games there for toddlers that are free. I would advise going there first and see if there are any games you feel would be appropriate for your child before purchasing the ValuePad. If so, then I would recommend this unit. As your child grows, so will the options available and the price is not so much that you would have to worry about a young child handling it.
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thanks for updating dancer2... i would like to get bunk beds for my almost 3 year old, and his 8m old brother for the future. but i also want to be able to sit on the bed with him and not break it. I will not purchase this bed now. Thank you!!
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Yes it's appropriate, but some of the pop culture may be pretty hard. They also offer a kids version of this game. I was told by friends of mine who played it, that it was still fun for everyone.