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Musical CD's, Cassettes, Videos and DVD's for the Younger Set
By Scott Ferguson and Rachael Mercer
November 1, 2002


A terrific introduction to the popular melodies of the Classics, Beethoven’s Wig from Rounder Records combines humorous lyrics with music from Beethoven, Bach, Gilbert and Sullivan and more. The clever and silly lyrics draw children into the music, making the melodies memorable and the fun contagious for the whole family. Both vocal and instrumental versions of the songs are included, making sing-a-longs fun for kids familiar with the words. A 2002 Award winner with Parents Choice, Oppenheim Toy Portfolio and DiscoverySchool.com.

Billy Jonas’ What Kind Of Cat Are You features an interactive audience of enthusiastic children responding to questions and games within the songs. The songs encourage children to use their own voices and bang along on whatever found objects might serve as an instrument. The energy of Jonas’s live shows translates well with call and response lyrics, open-ended questions and quiet instructions inspiring movement and imaginative thought. A Parents Choice Award winner from Bang A Bucket Music.


Songames from Sensory Resources

Songames from Sensory Resources offers fun and engaging developmental play for just about any 3 to 8 year old. Therapy-based games promote growth and improvement in motor skills, muscle strength and rhythm, as well as helping kids calm and focus. Included is a 53-page companion booklet which serves as an excellent guide on how to use music to enhance skill. A Platinum SNAP Award winner with Oppenheim Portfolio, as well as Dr. Toy’s Best 100 and Best Educational.


We Stick Together Like Glue

We Stick Together Like Glue starring The Musicland Band is the first in a video series from TouchStudios. The imaginative visuals, musical numbers and the characters like Gil the Guitar, Maranda the Maraca, Eddy Electric and the Sticky Twins will be enjoyed by toddlers and older children alike along with the subtle humor. The music runs the gamut from Broadway to Surf Rock and the characters experience situations that are both funny and poignant. A Parents Choice Award winner with a separate CD soundtrack also available for singalongs.

The So Smart Series has won over 30 awards over the last few years from the likes of Parent’s Magazine and National Parenting Publications for their home videos and CDs. New this year are the Baby’s First DVD sets, which include Letters, Colors and First Words selections. Designed for the three and under age group, each set is a double disc which features beautifully produced animated productions containing interactive games accompanied by playful music. And the extra disc is a free Classical music CD! The games can be played on a TV with a remote as well as on a computer DVD drive.

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