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Tot-a-Doodle-Do! In the News
Frequently Asked Questions
How did Tot-a-Doodle-Do get started?
Tot-a-Doodle-Do was created by Heidi Heller Niehart, a mother of three
and business owner, who envisioned a television program that would
incorporate follow-along activities for children and their parents
or caregivers. In 2004, she approached her friend Penny L. Cohen, a
speech and language pathologist, to discuss her idea. With Penny’s
extensive background working with children as a speech therapist, singer,
songwriter, and music and theater teacher, Heidi believed she would
be a great co-producer for the program. The two women set out to bring
into reality an interactive, educational and entertaining television
program for children to develop important fine and gross motor skills,
communication, cognitive skills, and socialization.
Who writes the themes/stories for the DVDs?
Heidi and Penny work together to create the themes and scripts for the
Tot-a-Doodle-Do programs, while Penny is responsible for creatively
writing the music and lyrics for each of the original songs.
What products do you offer?
Each Tot-a-Doodle-Do television program is available on DVD along with
fun Craft Kits and colorful T-shirts which can be purchased on this
website.
How long has the company existed?
Children’s Creative Programming Partnership was founded in April
2004.
Where is Children’s Creative Programming Located?
Tot-a-Doodle-Do is located in San Diego (Carmel Valley).
How can I volunteer for Tot-a-Doodle-Do?
Tot-a-Doodle-Do holds many events in which you can participate as a volunteer.
Please send an email to heidiniehart@totadoodledo.com.
What type of events is Tot-a-Doodle-Do involved in?
Tot-a-Doodle-Do Days are held at local preschools and fun centers. Children
are entertained with craft time, singing, and dancing. Tot-a-Doodle-Do
also has charity events to raise money for organizations that help
children.
How can my child be one of the kids on Tot-a-Doodle-Do?
Auditions are held periodically. Please check the upcoming events section
of the website for more information. Please mail all headshots and
resumes to 3525 Del Mar Heights Rd. #290 San Diego, CA 92130. All filming
takes place in San Diego.
Where can I buy Tot-a-Doodle-Do videos and DVDs?
DVDs, Craft Kits and T-Shirts are available on our website at www.totadoodledo.com.
DVDs are also available on Amazon.com. If you are interested in VHS,
please print out the order form (found online) and fax to 858-523-0579
or email customerservice@totadoodledo.com
How can I submit a product or story idea?
It is Children’s Creative Programming Partnership’s company
policy not to accept the unsolicited submission of new program ideas.
We will return unsolicited materials. If we are sent any unsolicited
materials such as submissions, ideas, notes, drawings, concepts, comments
(collectively the “Information”), the information will not
be subject to any obligation of confidence on the part of Children’s
Creative Programming Partnership shall not be liable for any use, disclosure,
or loss of information.
What is the television program about?
The show incorporates six elements not currently found in one 30- minute
program. The show invites children to follow-along and participate
as they use skills that they need in their everyday life such as proper
manners, how to prepare nutritious snacks, use their imaginations,
and get their daily exercise.
Tot-a-Doodle-Do! has received excellent reviews from all facets of professionals
involved in children’s lives: Parents, Educators, Child Psychologists,
Speech Pathologists, Occupational Therapists and Pediatricians. The educational
value of the show is pertinent to today’s preschoolers and early
elementary children because each segment has been specifically constructed
to stimulate important developmental skills that are critical for children
at this age.
Each episode focuses on a central theme and through the use of music,
arts, crafts and creative dramatics works to develop important fine and
gross motor skills, communication, cognitive and socialization skills.
Crafty Kids – Join in for a craft project.
Imagination Station – Use your imagination
and learn fun games
On our Block – Meet someone from your
neighborhood
Hop N Bop – Get up and dance and sing
Super Snack – Make a delicious treat
Molly Manners – Learn how to be polite and use your manners
Please update the number of titles to say: Currently there are six themed-episodes: Family & Friends, The Body, Music, School, Animals and Transportation. The goal is to provide
a fun and interactive program for children to not only watch but join
in with the activities. Children benefit by developing their fine motor
skills, gross motor skills, communication, cognitive and socialization
skills.
How old are the children in the show?
The actors range in age between 4 and 8 years old.
Is Tot-a-Doodle-Do broadcasted on television?
The show is currently available on DVD.
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Fact Sheet
Click here to learn more about
Tot-A-Doodle-Do
National Transportation Week is May 14-20
Tot-a-Doodle-Do!’s latest episode, Transportation,
provides entertainment for the children while in the car or on the airplane
complete with a craft kit that kids can do while on the road or in the
hotel. In addition to entertaining the child on the go, it also teaches
and demonstrates the proper manners needed for travel. Click
here to read more.
Celebrate National Children's Health Month
Children’s Creative Programming Partnership LLC is celebrating
National Children’s Health Month with Tot-a-Doodle-Do! Episode
Two: The Body. Read more here.
Include Music in Your Child's Education
Tot-a-Doodle-Do is dedicated to ensuring that all children have access
to quality education that includes music. Read
more here.
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