Hi-5 (The Australian version on channel 5), while not being my idea of a perfect way of spending my time, is a programme I am more than happy to allow my 2 year old to watch.
The presenters are consistently "perky". (I must admit to harbouring dark thoughts about their "perkiness" at 6:45 ... Read review
Advantages: Cheerful way for my son to start his day Disadvantages: Too cheerful a way for my partner or I to star the day!
Hi-5 (The Australian version on channel 5), while not being my idea of a perfect way of spending my time, is a programme I am more than happy to allow my 2 year old to watch.
The presenters are consistently "perky". (I must admit to harbouring dark thoughts about their "perkiness" at 6:45 in the morning. )The energy each member of the team has is amazing and as their energy and enthusiasm mounts so does my sons. ...as a result both the performers and their audience have to use their imagination more which is something not actively encouraged with most kids programmes.
This simplicity continues through to the actual format of the show. Instead of having everyone on camera at once all the time, it is broken up into small skits/songs which makes it easier for the youngest of their fans to follow what is happening easily.
Hi-5 (The Australian version on channel 5), while not being my idea of a perfect way of spending my time, is a programme I am more than happy to allow my 2 year old to watch.
The presenters are consistently "perky". (I must admit to harbouring dark thoughts about their "perkiness" at 6:45 in the morning. )The energy each member of the team has is amazing and as their energy and enthusiasm mounts so does my sons.
They have basic sets, basic costumes and as a result both the performers and their audience have to use their imagination more which is something not actively encouraged with most kids programmes.
This simplicity continues through to the actual format of the show. Instead of having everyone on camera at once all the time, it is broken up into small skits/songs which makes it easier for the youngest of their fans to follow what is happening easily.
The songs and dance routines are great and easy enough for my son to follow and mimick fairly comfortably - Even I can manage a small routine with him!
They focus on getting children active, encouraging them to use their imaginations, to be silly and to learn. What more could a parent ask from a kids programme.
