TDmonthly's Toy Fair 2007 Preview
Category: Audio & CD

New Orleans Christmas by PUTUMAYO KIDS

Now kids can deck the halls with blues, jazz and swing holiday classics from the Big Easay. Bands and singers from Big Al Carson, James Andrew and the New Birth Brass Band summon up the spirit of Christmas. Part of Putumayo’s efforts to offer relief to victims of 2005’s Hurricane Katrina, New Orleans Christmas gets everyone in the spirit of giving. A portion of the proceeds from the sales of this CD will be donated to the New Orleans Area Habitat for Humanity. 9/5/2006 (Price: $14.98) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

New Orleans Playground by PUTUMAYO KIDS

New Orleans is one of the world’s great cultural crossroads, and children who grow up there are steeped in the music of the city. Now, kids everywhere can enjoy the mood-lifting music of the Big Easy with "New Orleans Playground." Part of Putumayo’s efforts to offer relief to victims of 2005’s Hurricane Katrina, New Orleans Playground lifts everyone’s spirits as artists from Fats Domino and Hack Bartholomew get their toes tapping. "A portion of the proceeds benefits the Louisiana Children’s Museum," Manager Mona Kayhan of Putumayo Kids told TDmonthly. Beth Blenz-Clucas of Sugar Mountain PR called attention to the native distinctiveness of the CD: “There really isn't another collection of New Orleans songs geared specifically toward children.” This product received a spring 2007 Parents' Choice Gold Award. Launch date: May 22, 2007. 9/5/2006 (Price: $14.98) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Wee Sing Grandpa's Magical Toys by WEE SING PRODUCTIONS

In this DVD adventure, Peter and his friends go to Grandpa's to see his toys, and before they know it, they find themselves magically shrinking to toy size. That's just the beginning in this delightful musical adventure. Kids will meet Punchinello the Clown, a singing British sailor, a jump-roping Little Dutch Girl, young Scottish dancers, and more, as they sing, dance, and serve up plenty of laughs. And when they help Grandpa solve a problem, everyone learns the importance of being young at heart. This colorful live-action, upbeat musical is sure to charm kids of all ages with over 20 familiar children's songs, jump rope rhymes, and clapping games. 8/29/2006 (Price: $14.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Wee Sing King Cole's Party by WEE SING PRODUCTIONS

In this DVD, children are invited to King Cole's party. They will join Jack and Jill, Little Boy Blue, and Mary (with her lamb) on their journey to the castle to celebrate 100 years of peace in the kingdom. Kids will meet the Six Little Ducks, Humpty Dumpty, and a host of other endearing nursery rhyme characters. This charming, fully orchestrated tale will have children everywhere singing and dancing to over 20 of their favorite nursery rhyme songs as they learn that gifts from the heart are the most special gifts of all. Running time: 54 minutes. 8/29/2006 (Price: $14.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Wee Sing Train by WEE SING PRODUCTIONS

Children everywhere will clap, hop, and sing along to the exhilarating song and dance numbers of the Wee Sing Train. In this magical story, Casey and Carter have finally finished creating their make-believe land when, magically, they become a part of it. Children will join Casey and Carter, and their curious toy elephant, as loveable guides Chug-a-Long the Engine and Cubby the Caboose take them on a wonderful adventure complete with musical cowboys, dancing paper dolls, and a singing vegetable patch. Packed with 20 memorable songs, colorful characters, and a special lesson about thinking before they act, the Wee Sing Train is a charming way to put kids on the right track. 8/29/2006 (Price: $14.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

The Bingo Kids Sing Motown Hits For Kids by BINGO RECORDS

Bop and bounce to the infectious rhythms and classic tunes of the Motown sound! Authentically re-created with great vocals sung by kids. “The music sounds just like the originals and the kids are great!” says Temptations guitarist Bill Neale. 15 Songs, including: Ain’t No Mountain, My Girl, Dancing In the Street, What’s Going On, You Can’t Hurry Love and more! 8/24/2006 (Price: $14.99)

Braincandy, My 5 Senses — Music and Sound Exploration CD by BRAINCANDY

This unique and yummy CD is the first from the multi-award-winning children’s company, Braincandy. The CD introduces fundamental instrumentations of various musical genres including reggae, classical, rockabilly, jazz and Latin, all of which are lightly peppered with funny and colorful sound effects that will engage your child like no other CD. Moms and dads will find the Braincandy-styled approach refreshing and diverse — this is great listening music for young and old. This is the first CD in a series of six awesome, aural explorations for your little listener. It was named one of the 100 Best Children’s Products of 2006 by Dr. Toy. This one-of-a-kind series offers very young children a chance to be challenged; it invites them in to be a part of the learning process. “Braincandy helps parents stimulate a child’s sense of imagination and a level of engagement we never saw with any of the products we introduced to our own children,” said Johnny Dagnen, co-founder and chief creative officer of Braincandy. 8/23/2006 (Price: $7.99)

Spin Your Web by MARY KAYE MUSIC

This is the third CD from award-winning children’s music recording artist Mary Kaye. "Spin Your Web" has received starred reviews in numerous publications. Mary's music has been played on children's radio shows across the United States and in England, Canada and Australia. Filled with fun characters, exciting journeys and musical surprises..."Spin Your Web" is a web of songs kids and adults can enjoy together. Songs include “Spin Your Web,” “Pig Party” and “The Skeleton Song.” 8/14/2006 (Price: $15.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

SteveSongs - Marvelous Day! by ROUNDER RECORDS

"Marvelous Day!" is a sprightly collection of 16 tunes that range from funky rock to ska and flute-y folk and power pop, all of which invite sing-along participation. The CD also blends a sophisticated mix of instruments, thanks to longtime SteveSongs band mates Anand Nayak (Daisy Mayem Band ) and Matt Steckler (Dead Cat Bounce). Children helped write three of the original songs on Marvelous Day! SteveSongs’ five albums have won numerous national awards. 8/7/2006 (Price: $14.98) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

My Best Day by TROUT FISHING IN AMERICA

"My Best Day" was recorded before a live audience in Arkansas on February 11, 2006, and sponsored by the Arkansas Educational Television Network. The 15 songs performed on “My Best Day” cover a range of topics and themes, from odes to friends whom we love despite the fact they talk too much, to alien nose invasions and snowflakes named Bob. "My Best Day" was a 2007 Grammy nominee for Best Musical Album for Children. "Trout Fishing in America has toured throughout the country, and this release celebrates 30 years of making music that parents can enjoy sharing with their kids," Karen Thom of Trout Fishing in America told TDmonthly.
 8/7/2006 (Price: $14.98) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]