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CBeebies Land
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AstroDan
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Re: 2014: CBeebies Land
Here is an episode of Mr. Tumble which presumably links directly to this part of CBeebies land:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bf_4RrtoFBE#ws
Here is an episode of Mr. Tumble which presumably links directly to this part of CBeebies land:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bf_4RrtoFBE#ws
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electricBlll
Re: 2014: CBeebies Land
The notion that because it's aimed at children with special needs means it doesn't necessitate as much creativity seems a bit backwards to me.
Also there are other elements to Something Special other than sheds, which seemingly don't appear in that promo image which suggest they aren't going to use them. I used to catch glimpses of CBeebies when my younger sisters watched it, and it doesn't seem to have translated into a theme park area particularly 'fully' so far - if that's the right way of putting it?
The notion that because it's aimed at children with special needs means it doesn't necessitate as much creativity seems a bit backwards to me.
Also there are other elements to Something Special other than sheds, which seemingly don't appear in that promo image which suggest they aren't going to use them. I used to catch glimpses of CBeebies when my younger sisters watched it, and it doesn't seem to have translated into a theme park area particularly 'fully' so far - if that's the right way of putting it?
Well, yes I know what the term actually means - but what I mean is, the use of that word doesn't guarantee anything of much substance. Anyway, I'll wait until permission is granted on opening day to be unnecessarily negative about this project (alternatively I just won't care for it at all, but that would be a bit nasty).AstroDan said:
Dave
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Re: 2014: CBeebies Land
But that promo image is based on an attraction that has nothing to do with In The Night Garden.... In fact if the finished product is close to that promo image then based on the clip Dan posted it will be more imaginatively designed than the show itself.
Remember that image is based on a single attraction within the land.... not the whole land.
electricBlll said:
But that promo image is based on an attraction that has nothing to do with In The Night Garden.... In fact if the finished product is close to that promo image then based on the clip Dan posted it will be more imaginatively designed than the show itself.
Remember that image is based on a single attraction within the land.... not the whole land.
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electricBlll
Re: 2014: CBeebies Land
I agree with your second point, I never understood why a BBC special needs programme should be so... plain? As opposed to highly visual and fun.
Hopefully I'm not just missing something obvious? Well that's my attempt at finding anything to contribute to the CBeebies Land topic, I hope you enjoyed it.
It seems I wasn't quick enough to edit that typo out of my post!Dave said:
I agree with your second point, I never understood why a BBC special needs programme should be so... plain? As opposed to highly visual and fun.
Hopefully I'm not just missing something obvious? Well that's my attempt at finding anything to contribute to the CBeebies Land topic, I hope you enjoyed it.
DiogoJ42
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Re: 2014: CBeebies Land
As the the project itself, I'm not even going to waste my time thinking about it, never mind typing about it.
That would be because her eyes seem to be upside down. I just turned my iPad the wrong way up and she looks much more human.Stevie said:
As the the project itself, I'm not even going to waste my time thinking about it, never mind typing about it.
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Re: 2014: CBeebies Land
Dear alton tower
some people are dismayed at the use of a wooden garden shed in a sensory garden as theming. Can you easy there worry over a new type of theming by using a metal shed or even better a shipping container.
Yours
Mr Taking da Mick
Dear alton tower
some people are dismayed at the use of a wooden garden shed in a sensory garden as theming. Can you easy there worry over a new type of theming by using a metal shed or even better a shipping container.
Yours
Mr Taking da Mick
Rob
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Re: 2014: CBeebies Land
I've just watched an episode of Something Special on iPlayer. If it's popular with the kids then I'm sure an interactive version in a theme park will be very well received.
Oh and I did see a shed in the TV episode, however said shed was yellow and nicely decorated!
I've just watched an episode of Something Special on iPlayer. If it's popular with the kids then I'm sure an interactive version in a theme park will be very well received.
Oh and I did see a shed in the TV episode, however said shed was yellow and nicely decorated!
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Re: 2014: CBeebies Land
I think it'll probably go without saying that CBeebies Land is going to go back to the way the Farm used to be, with plenty of educational attraction for young children. The inclusion of Something Special seems to reaffirm that in my mind.
Personally I think that it's good that we are going to hopefully see something with a little more depth than just a couple of normal attractions with an IP theme slapped on them. A lot of the educational value of the Farm seemed to be rather lost towards the end, so it'll be nice to see them come back if they do. It's an easy way to appeal to parents as well as the children.
After all, it's one of the values the BBC Trust states CBeebies operates on:
As long as Towers works within the remit I'm sure it'll go down well with the families and children. Obviously though it's not that easy for us to judge, given many of us are not the target audience.
I think it'll probably go without saying that CBeebies Land is going to go back to the way the Farm used to be, with plenty of educational attraction for young children. The inclusion of Something Special seems to reaffirm that in my mind.
Personally I think that it's good that we are going to hopefully see something with a little more depth than just a couple of normal attractions with an IP theme slapped on them. A lot of the educational value of the Farm seemed to be rather lost towards the end, so it'll be nice to see them come back if they do. It's an easy way to appeal to parents as well as the children.
After all, it's one of the values the BBC Trust states CBeebies operates on:
As long as Towers works within the remit I'm sure it'll go down well with the families and children. Obviously though it's not that easy for us to judge, given many of us are not the target audience.
Cakey
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Re: 2014: CBeebies Land
I think the project should be commended for attempting to extend the target market to include those with special needs/ learning difficulties. I used to be an assistant respite carer and would often take kids with disabilities to the park; giving them more options of things to do within the resort is nothing if not positive. Extending the offering of accessible activities whilst waiting for exit passes to begin is both helpful to carers/pleasing to the child.
They could have taken an easier route and just loosely rethemed the Dungheap as it stands, the labelling of sensory garden requires a bit more work than that. I hope it turns out well!
I think the project should be commended for attempting to extend the target market to include those with special needs/ learning difficulties. I used to be an assistant respite carer and would often take kids with disabilities to the park; giving them more options of things to do within the resort is nothing if not positive. Extending the offering of accessible activities whilst waiting for exit passes to begin is both helpful to carers/pleasing to the child.
They could have taken an easier route and just loosely rethemed the Dungheap as it stands, the labelling of sensory garden requires a bit more work than that. I hope it turns out well!
Amy
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Re: 2014: CBeebies Land
I'm quite excited about the inclusion of "Something Special" in CBeebies Land.
I work in a school for children with autism, aged from 5-19 years, with a wide variety of needs. A lot of our children use Makaton or Sign-along, which Mr Tumble uses. Most of our children also have some level of sensory needs, and I've seen the benefit of multi-sensory activities for them. Lessons include ways for the children to use all their senses to learn about the topic. A sensory garden at Towers sounds fantastic! Having things for children to see, listen to, touch, smell, taste, and physical activities really helps them to learn by doing.
As somebody else mentioned, having this area for them to use while waiting to access rides, will be fantastic! I was already hoping for a class trip to AT, now even more so. A trip to Towers gives so many learning opportunities: coping with crowds, making choices, communicating with staff, making transactions, waiting in a queue (it still happens even with wristbands!)...the addition of a multi-sensory garden, connected with a character or TV show which most of them are familiar with just makes it even better. Well done Alton Towers and the BBC for including children with special needs. It's about time, and I hope other parks take notice!
I'm quite excited about the inclusion of "Something Special" in CBeebies Land.
I work in a school for children with autism, aged from 5-19 years, with a wide variety of needs. A lot of our children use Makaton or Sign-along, which Mr Tumble uses. Most of our children also have some level of sensory needs, and I've seen the benefit of multi-sensory activities for them. Lessons include ways for the children to use all their senses to learn about the topic. A sensory garden at Towers sounds fantastic! Having things for children to see, listen to, touch, smell, taste, and physical activities really helps them to learn by doing.
As somebody else mentioned, having this area for them to use while waiting to access rides, will be fantastic! I was already hoping for a class trip to AT, now even more so. A trip to Towers gives so many learning opportunities: coping with crowds, making choices, communicating with staff, making transactions, waiting in a queue (it still happens even with wristbands!)...the addition of a multi-sensory garden, connected with a character or TV show which most of them are familiar with just makes it even better. Well done Alton Towers and the BBC for including children with special needs. It's about time, and I hope other parks take notice!
Danny
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Re: 2014: CBeebies Land
I consider this as a nice little addition. It appears to be transforming what was originally a rarely used and slightly dull path into something that will benefit an audience that not many parks cater for. Not to mention it seems that it'll hardly make a dint in the overall budget for the area.
I consider this as a nice little addition. It appears to be transforming what was originally a rarely used and slightly dull path into something that will benefit an audience that not many parks cater for. Not to mention it seems that it'll hardly make a dint in the overall budget for the area.
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Re: 2014: CBeebies Land
I honestly hope CBeebies Land has more attractions like this. Educational and inclusive fun like this is much better than generic flat rides.
I honestly hope CBeebies Land has more attractions like this. Educational and inclusive fun like this is much better than generic flat rides.
James
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Re: 2014: CBeebies Land
I don't think anyone has slated the multi-sensory experience itself (which a lot of posts seem to be implying). Just more of the thematic qualities of the promotional image/concept which looks like it lacks any immersion or that extra 'Alton Towers' touch you usually see. It does look pretty plain (the bog standard garden shed being the main eyesore).
I'm not judging the concept image too much. Merlin do not have a great track record of retheming areas. Mutiny Bay is the best they've done (and I think that area lacks a lot itself). Although we have seen nothing of the new area, it's no where near being a finished product and we have CBeebies as the IP - unlike other IPs BBC has a certain expected 'quality' attached to itself. I'm sure they will not allow a half arsed job of this. I doubt they will let Merlin get away with the bare minimum!
I don't think anyone has slated the multi-sensory experience itself (which a lot of posts seem to be implying). Just more of the thematic qualities of the promotional image/concept which looks like it lacks any immersion or that extra 'Alton Towers' touch you usually see. It does look pretty plain (the bog standard garden shed being the main eyesore).
I'm not judging the concept image too much. Merlin do not have a great track record of retheming areas. Mutiny Bay is the best they've done (and I think that area lacks a lot itself). Although we have seen nothing of the new area, it's no where near being a finished product and we have CBeebies as the IP - unlike other IPs BBC has a certain expected 'quality' attached to itself. I'm sure they will not allow a half arsed job of this. I doubt they will let Merlin get away with the bare minimum!
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Re: 2014: CBeebies Land
^I'm certain that a shed has been regularly used on that show tbh, I'll ask me sisters, cba to do me own research
^I'm certain that a shed has been regularly used on that show tbh, I'll ask me sisters, cba to do me own research