November 2007 New Toys — Audio & CD

The Simpsons - The Simpsons Testify by SHOUT! FACTORY

This CD is composed of popular songs from seasons 10 through 18 of “The Simpsons.” The CD features the talents of award-winning composer Alf Clausen and the voices and musical talents of many, including, Dan Castellaneta, Nancy Cartwright, Hank Azaria, Ricky Gervais, The B-52s and David Byrne. Four previously unaired songs are also included. The record “contains original songs from the show, including hilarious send-ups of popular songs. It's the only in-print CD that contains the original Simspons main title theme,” Shout! Factory Marketing Director Michael Ribas told TDmonthly. Launch date: September 18, 2007. 8/16/2007 (Price: $18.98) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

This is Daniel Cook. Here we are! by THE CHILDREN'S GROUP INC.

The record is composed of an eclectic mix of musical styles, intended to introduce children to the sounds of pop, big band, classical, country, polka, hip hop and more. Directly inspired by the “This is Daniel Cook” television show, this 26-song record includes traditional songs such as “Puff the Magic Dragon,” along with originals. Daniel himself even co-wrote a song with Ed Robertson of the Barenaked Ladies, called “It’s Daniel Cook.” Launch date: April 10, 2007. 8/15/2007 (Price: $16.98) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Under the Mystic Sea by LONG NIGHT MOON MUSIC

The record’s eclectic music teaches kids to respect themselves, their planet and the creatures of the sea. Vocalist Maria Sangiolo sings about the mystic sea, where polar bears fish for food, sea turtles lay their eggs, kids play and sing in their bathtub and much more. “This is an important album which teaches children what they can do to help endangered sea critters,” Stephanie Rothschild, public relations representative for Long Night Moon Music, told TDmonthly. Launch date: 2007. 8/15/2007 (Price: $15.00)

Brazilian Playground by PUTUMAYO KIDS

The CD takes listeners on a musical journey through Brazil. Families will love the authentic, upbeat rhythms, appealing melodies and multilingual lyrics of the songs by acclaimed samba, bossa nova and forro artists. Full lyrics and cultural information help increase knowledge and appreciation of Brazilian music, society and geography. The CD even comes with a glossary, photographs and a map of Brazil. Launch date: September 25, 2007. ( Watch Video) 8/15/2007 (Price: $14.98) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Moving to Math by KIMBO EDUCATIONAL

Music makes learning more fun and memorable. The CD, by Pam Schiller, Ph.D., features over 45 minutes of easy-to-sing, skill-sequenced action songs. Each song builds upon the other, teaching and reinforcing math basics and math readiness in songs such as “3 Bears Rap,” “The Numeral Dance,” “Hickory Dickory Count” and “Circle 'Round the Zero.” 8/15/2007 (Price: $14.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Lullabies for Sleepy Eyes by ROCK ME BABY RECORDS

This record offers 16 folk renditions of lullabies from Welsh, Scottish, Irish, Yiddish, French and Australian traditions, among others. Vocalist Susie Tallman lends a peaceful voice to create gentle, clear and textured music that will link parents and children in the extraordinary way that only a lullaby can. "Rock Me Baby Records creates quality music that enriches children at each stage of their childhood development," Rock Me Baby Records Vice President Amy Steadman told TDmonthly. This product is a 2008 iParenting Media Award winner. Launch date: October 31, 2000. 8/15/2007 (Price: $13.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Classical Baby by ROCK ME BABY RECORDS

The record introduces soothing, melodic versions of pieces by some of the world’s most famous classical composers, including Mozart, Bach, Beethoven, Debussy, Dvorak and Brahms. The versions by Susie Tallman and Kathleen Clawson expose children and parents to various languages (German, French, Italian, Latin, Czech and Limburgish) and instrumentations (string quartet, piano, harp, choir and organ). This product is a winner of the iParenting and Parents’ Choice Awards. Launch date: October 18, 2005. 8/13/2007 (Price: $13.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Lullaby Themes for Sleepy Dreams by ROCK ME BABY RECORDS

The 18-track CD is a diverse collection of songs designed to lull even the fussiest baby into a peaceful sleep. Lullaby Themes is composed of lilting, folk renditions of traditional and non-traditional lullabies, and features the soprano voice of Susie Tallman accompanied by soft acoustic guitar and piano. This record is a winner of the Parents' Choice Gold Award. Launch date: April 1, 1999. 8/13/2007 (Price: $13.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Classic Nursery Rhymes by ROCK ME BABY RECORDS

Kids will sing, clap and dance along to the 37 tracks on this album. Susie Tallman and friends invite kids to sing along to the upbeat, rhythmic, harmonious, sometimes silly and always beautiful nursery rhymes. A jazz version of “Itsy Bitsy Spider” and a rap version of “Hickory Dickory Dock” are just two examples of the twists placed on each nursery rhyme. This record is a winner of the Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Platinum and Gold Awards, Parents' Choice Approved Award and Child Magazine's Best Picks of 2002. Launch date: March 26, 2002. 8/13/2007 (Price: $13.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Marvel Personalized Music CD by KIDS JUKE BOX

This personalized CD will be a keepsake forever. It has the child’s name sung into the lyrics more than 40 times, with his or her favorite characters from Marvel Heroes™. It’s the perfect gift for any occasion; just watch a child’s face light up as they sing along. “Each one of our CDs has more than 4,000 names available in any spelling on one single CD. We leave the guessing game out of selling personalized products. The customers take the CD home, choose the name they want to have on the CD and minutes later, the CD is finished. No special equipment [is] needed by the retailer,” Brian Davis of Kids’ Juke Box told TDmonthly. 8/7/2007 (Price: $19.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Beaser the Bear's Rocky Mountain Christmas by ANIMALATIONS

Beaser the Bear's cubs learn to feel the joy of Christmas by giving their extra stuff to other cubs. While they grow their hearts by sharing, the cubs do something extra that surprises Beaser and fills their den with love on Christmas night. Grow your heart by sharing with others. 8/2/2007 (Price: $18.95)

Riley the Rhinoceros by ANIMALATIONS

Riley the Rhinoceros gives rides to baby animals but he can't give rides to all the animals, because that would be pre-pos-ter-ous. Children will giggle as they imagine Riley giving rides to a giraffe, a python, and other jungle animals. Musical CD sings the words in the text of book. 8/2/2007 (Price: $18.95)

Rickity and Snickity at the Balloon Fiesta by ANIMALATIONS

In this book written by Patricia Derrick and illustrated by J-P Loppo Martinez, two Rocky Mountain cubs sneak a ride in a hot air balloon and dream about taking another ride the next year. The book comes with a CD that follows the story, and it also includes a musical score, teacher-parent activities and science notes on bears. The product is designed to support the three R’s before reading: rhythm, rhyme and repetition. Launch date: February 2007. 8/2/2007 (Price: $18.95)

Mr. Walrus and the Old School Bus by ANIMALATIONS

Mr. Walrus drives friends around town in the old school bus. They make exciting stops, but, they must hurry and not be late for their 5 o' clock date. The musical CD sings the words in the text to an original "toe tapping" beat. 8/2/2007 (Price: $18.95)