Tag Archives: Dora the Explorer

Parents of Preschoolers Upset About Dora the Explorer

Although we limit television viewing in our household, I have to admit that there are some shows that make all of our lives easier. For example, if I have a sick preschooler or if I need to keep everyone out of the kitchen for 30 minutes they can do the trick (yes, I feel guilty enough already). Some of the shows that meet our approval include Blues Clues, Sesame Street, Cyber Chase, Between the Lions and Dora the Explorer. My kids have learned some things from watching the shows, and they enjoy them as well. I don’t know if you … Continue reading →

Mom Alert: New Tweenage Dora Has Arrived!

I gave you the heads up about this “new and improved” Dora in a previous blog, but now the day has come… Tweenage Dora is here. Well, kind of. She won’t be hitting toy store shelves until November (just in time for Santa to tuck her under the Christmas tree), but her prototype was unveiled last week at the New York Toy Fair. Brace yourselves mom… here’s what the new Dora has in store for girls 5 years and up: · An updated Dora with long, luxurious hair and a massive wardrobe · A complete line of Dora’s girlfriends with … Continue reading →

Dora the Explorer is Getting a Makeover: What’s a Parent to do?

If it ain’t broke don’t fix it. It’s an overused phrase, but rather fitting in regards to the latest announcement by the creators of “Dora the Explorer,” who insist it’s time to give the famous cartoon character a makeover. Fueled by the popularity of older rivals such as Disney’s phenomenonally successful “Hannah Montana” and racier entries into the toy market like Bratz dolls, executives at Nickelodeon (the children’s TV network that airs the adorable Spanish speaking nina) are reportedly in talks to re-design some Dora-themed toys and merchandise to make the character more feminine. According to new reports, Nickelodeon executives … Continue reading →

We’re Having Fun Now!

Wow, it’s been a morning. It’s about 9:00 a.m. in my time zone as I write this. I’ve already assessed damage from last night’s severe weather, dropped the older kids off for school, had a flat tire, had my flat fixed, shopped at Wal-Mart while waiting for the tire repair, filled up with gas, brought the groceries in and put them away, made an eye doctor’s appointment, cleaned the kitchen, and worked on a crafts with my preschooler. Whew! Try saying that all in one breath. I have to tell you, working on crafts with my little one really helped … Continue reading →