Today I would like to share a collection of three DVDs by Cinedigm Entertainment, “Jakers! The Adventures of Piggley Winks”. This collection had been broadcast in the U.S. on PBS Kids from 2003-2008. These three titles were released on January 14, 2014.
The stories of Jakers! features Piggley, an elderly pig who lives with his three grandchildren and their mother. Whenever the children seek advice in solving a problem, Piggley shares a childhood story. Piggley’s stories feature growing up in Ireland during the 1950’s.
Here are the three DVDs available with their episode titles:
“Jakers! Rock Around the Barn”:
Song of the Banshee – Piggley and friends are frightened by a strange noise on the Farm until they discover it’s only Wiley the Sheep trying to lead his flock in song!
Rock Around the Cluck – Young Piggley discovers the joy of the new sounds of rock ‘n’ roll and is suddenly eager to go to school for his guitar lessons.
Return of Raloo Rockers – The Raloo Rockers must practice hard to be ready and audition for Uncle Buck’s Variety Express.
A Touch of Spain – The town throws Don Toro a special birthday fiesta complete with Spanish music, dancing, food, and fireworks.
Approx. 96 minutes run time for this DVD
“Jakers! Wish Upon a Story”:
No Girls Allowed – Piggley and Ferny join a “boys only” storytelling club.
A Little Bit of Something Extra! Extra! – The kids set out to write newspaper stories but make up exciting adventure stories instead.
Wish Upon a Story Part 1 – Grandpa is a great storyteller, but on his birthday the kids decide to create a few stories of their own to tell him!
Wish Upon a Story Part 2 – Piggley and friends learn the story of the original Raloo Rocket.
Approx. 96 minutes run time for this DVD
“Jaker’s! Legends of Raloo”:
Molly’s Dolly – A series of odd circumstances convinces Piggley that Molly’s new doll is actually a real leprechaun in disguise!
The Legend of Raloo – Mr. Hornsby’s tale of ancient Irish battle inspires the kids to act out their own crusade.
Lucky U – Using creativity and cleverness, Piggley and friends learn the true story behind the horseshoe Mr. Hornsby has hung on the schoolhouse door.
Searching for Shamrock – Piggley borrows a special wooden shamrock from Mr. Hornsby, but ends up losing it! Will he be able to retrace his steps to find it?
Approx. 96 minutes run time for this DVD
These titles are perfect for preschool age children and feature the importance of family, creating relationships, and lots of storytelling. “Jakers! The Adventures of Piggley Winks” is a multi Emmy and BAFTA award-winning CGI animated series produced by Mike Young Productions and distributed by Sky Vision.
One reader will win a set of the three “Jakers! The Adventures of Piggley Winks” DVDs. Please enter below. This giveaway is open to residents of the U.S.A. and you must be 18+ to enter. “Jakers! The Adventures of Piggley Winks” may be purchased at major retailers such as Walmart, Amazon, and many others.
Here’s a clip that is on “Rock Around the Barn” DVD:
Disclosure: I received copies of the “Jakers! The Adventures of Piggley Winks” DVDs. The thoughts and feelings expressed are my own. No other compensation was received.
