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Singin' Green by BUILDING BLOCK ENTERTAINMENT
Singin' Green by BUILDING BLOCK ENTERTAINMENT

What happens when some earthworms, an arctic tern, a few rockin' humans and a moose get together to figure out how to help the planet? "Singin’ Green" — the CD, for listeners of all ages. It is performed by a musical-comedy troop of children's entertainers, covers principles of science, and offers fun songs with an environmental theme. Launch date: June 2, 2009. 7/17/2009 (Price: $14.98)

Meltdown by SANDMAN RECORDS
Meltdown by SANDMAN RECORDS

“Meltdown” has 12 original, groovy songs for children by award-winning singer-songwriter Lanny Sherwin. The songs are created to be positive, funny and thought-provoking, and each comes backed by Lanny Sherwin's personal motto: “Don’t Drive Parents Crazy!” Launch date: July 12, 2009.

Awards: Winner of nine children's music awards; TDmonthly Top Toy 2009 7/6/2009 (Price: $12.98) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

I'm Me! (Children's Music CD by Charlie Hope) by CHALLENGE & FUN INC.
I'm Me! (Children's Music CD by Charlie Hope) by CHALLENGE & FUN INC.

This 20-song CD includes original songwriting by Charlie Hope. Themes include positive approaches to naptime, learning about the joys of having a new child in the family, and discovering the limitless possibilities we all have inside of us. It comes in eco-friendly packaging. It features "melodic music that is appealing to both parents and children, from an independent singer/songwriter," Margaret Wilson, president of Challenge & Fun, told TDmonthly. Launch date: June 15, 2009.
― This is one of the most popular CDs at Kazoodles, in Vancouver, Wash., said owner Mary Sisson. 6/29/2009 (Price: $15.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Picnic Playground by PUTUMAYO KIDS
Picnic Playground by PUTUMAYO KIDS

This album boasts a collection of food-themed songs from around the world. Launch date: July 28, 2009. 6/29/2009 (Price: $14.98) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Karaoke CD-G English Disc 1 by Sing2Learn
Karaoke CD-G English Disc 1 by Sing2Learn

Chapter 1 My Little Kitten ¨Gray"
Chapter 2 Good Night
Chapter 3 Everybody
Chapter 4 Bedtime
Chapter 5 Smile Every Day
Chapter 6 I Go Crazy For Fruit
Chapter 7 This Is The New Sound
Chapter 8 Instrument Song
Chapter 9 Hello Mr. Farmer
Chapter 10 My Pet Goldfish
* This disc will play in any Karaoke player.
 6/29/2009 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Seasonal Songs in Motion CD by THE LEARNING STATION
Seasonal Songs in Motion CD by THE LEARNING STATION

All four seasons come alive with this collection of 15 original and classic songs and activities. Row, Row Your Boat to a fun adventure, rock around the Mulberry Bush and bounce to a new London Bridges beat. This musical celebration of the seasons will invite listeners into movin', groovin', singing and dancing. Also includes songs for Kwanzaa and Hanukah. Runtime - 49:57 6/11/2009 (Price: $15.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

La Di Da, La Di Di, Dance With Me CD3 by THE LEARNING STATION
La Di Da, La Di Di, Dance With Me CD3 by THE LEARNING STATION

La Di Da La Di Di is designed for dancing. It prompts listeners to start toe tapping, hand clapping, finger snapping, twisting and actively participating as they step and move and groove to these dancing songs. This collection of 12 tunes are set to a variety of contemporary jiving dance beats with interactive partner dances, circle games and activities that encourage socialization skills, making friends and a positive self-image. Other concepts include following directions, listening skills, left/right discrimination, body identification, creative expression, rhyming and so forth. Includes lyrics and movements. For school and home use.  Runtime - 41:11 6/11/2009 (Price: $15.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Literacy in Motion CD by THE LEARNING STATION
Literacy in Motion CD by THE LEARNING STATION

This collection of 20 interactive songs, dances and activities are designed to motivate children to read, and foster a lifelong love for reading. The Learning Station has chosen some of the most popular children’s books (primarily Caldecott Medalists) and designed movement songs that correlate to each story. Children will be invited to dance and get wild to Maurice Sendak’s, “Where the Wild Things Are”, make something out of nothing with Simms Taback’s, “I Had a Little Overcoat”, learn how to whistle (“Whistle for Willie”), tap dance with Bojangles, count to ten in Swahili and more. Runtime - 63:19 6/11/2009 (Price: $15.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

I Like Being Me by SANDMAN RECORDS

Eleven fun & up tempo songs for children 4 - 9 guaranteed not to drive parents crazy. 5/20/2009 (Price: $12.98) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Beginning Fractions and Decimals DVD by ROCK 'N LEARN INC.
Beginning Fractions and Decimals DVD by ROCK 'N LEARN INC.

This DVD is designed to offer cool music, colorful animation, amusing characters and lots of humor to help students learn about fractions and decimals. It covers congruent parts, equivalent fractions, proper and improper fractions, mixed numerals, decimals and more, explaining and illustrating examples to help ensure that even difficult concepts are easy to grasp. Delayed answers give learners time to test their skills. It runs approximately 35 minutes.  "Kids enjoy the comical characters Frances Fraction, Dennis Denominator, and Newman Numerator as they explore how fractions and decimals are used in real-world applications," Cindy Burleson, communications coordinator for Rock 'N Learn, told TDmonthly. This DVD received the Parents' Choice Recommended award in 2003 and was one of Dr. Toy's 10 Best Video Products. Launch date: 2003. 4/28/2009 (Price: $19.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Multiplication Rock (CD and Book) by ROCK 'N LEARN INC.
Multiplication Rock (CD and Book) by ROCK 'N LEARN INC.

Each group of facts through 12 has its own distinctive song to keep students tuned in and motivated. The CD runs approximately 30 minutes. "Energetic songs make learning fun and one of our best sellers still today," Cindy Burleson, communications coordinator for Rock 'N Learn, told TDmonthly. This product has won the following awards: Parents' Choice Recommended; Dr. Toy Best Classic Products; and the National Parenting Center Seal of Approval. Launch date: 1997. 4/28/2009 (Price: $12.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Addition & Subtraction Rock by ROCK 'N LEARN INC.
Addition & Subtraction Rock by ROCK 'N LEARN INC.

This product is designed so that as students sing along, they can quickly learn sums up to 18 and differences from 18. The CD runs approximately 40 minutes. "Upbeat music, energetic performers and a delayed answer section helps students learn facts quickly. [This is] one of our top audio best sellers," Cindy Burleson, communications coordinator for Rock 'N Learn, told TDmonthly. It has received the following awards: Parent’s Guide to Children’s Media and Dr. Toy's 10 Best Educational Products. Launch date: 2003. 4/28/2009 (Price: $12.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Spanish DVD by ROCK 'N LEARN INC.
Spanish DVD by ROCK 'N LEARN INC.

Spanish Volumes I & II is designed to offer an easy way to learn greetings, counting, colors, survival phrases, subject pronouns, travel phrases and more. It was created with energetic performers that entertain and motivate while delayed answers make it convenient for students to check their progress. The DVD runs approximately 55 minutes. It has received a Parents’ Choice Recommended Award and a Parent’s Guide to Children’s Media Award. Launch date: 1993. 4/27/2009 (Price: $19.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Songs of "The Little Mermaid" (Accompaniment CD) by STAGE STARS RECORDS
Songs of "The Little Mermaid" (Accompaniment CD) by STAGE STARS RECORDS

Featuring a performance by Tony-nominated actress Sharon McKnight, this accompaniment CD allows children to sing along with the music of the Disney Broadway musical. In addition to well-known songs from the animated movie, new songs were added by composer Alan Menken. Two versions of each song are provided; the student can learn the song by singing along with guide-vocals, then practice on their own by singing with the accompaniment tracks. It was named a Top Ten Cast Album of 2008 by TalkinBroadway.com. "All songs are fully-orchestrated and recorded in the original show key — ideal for Broadway fans. [It] works well as a learning tool when paired with the sheet music," Malinda, marketing director at Stage Stars Records, told TDmonthly. Launch date: October 2008. 4/27/2009 (Price: $29.95)

European Playground by PUTUMAYO KIDS
European Playground by PUTUMAYO KIDS

European Playground features 15 songs and colorful liner notes in four languages, and takes families on a cross-genre musical tour around the continent.  If you’ve ever wondered what the kids across the pond are listening to, here’s your chance. Launch date: May 19, 2009. (Watch the European Playground Video Watch Video) 4/9/2009 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Spanish Speakers Learning English: Beginner to Intermediate (Disc 1) by Sing2Learn
Spanish Speakers Learning English: Beginner to Intermediate (Disc 1) by Sing2Learn

This is the beginner set for Spanish speakers wanting to learn English. Learn new languages by singing with Sing2Learn. Songs are 100% original and the program takes a step by step approach to break down sentences into words and phrases. Learn in the car, on the PC, or on the go. (Watch the Spanish Speakers Learning English: Beginner to Intermediate (Disc 1) Video Watch Video) 3/19/2009 (Price: $14.25) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Chinese Speakers Learning English: Beginner to Intermediate (Disc 1) by Sing2Learn
Chinese Speakers Learning English: Beginner to Intermediate (Disc 1) by Sing2Learn

This is the beginner set for Chinese speakers wanting to learn English. Learn new languages by singing with Sing2Learn. Songs are 100% original and the program takes a step by step approach to break down sentences into words and phrases. Learn in the car, on the PC, or on the go. (Watch the Chinese Speakers Learning English: Beginner to Intermediate (Disc 1) Video Watch Video) 3/19/2009 (Price: $14.25) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

English Speakers Learning Spanish: Beginner to Intermediate (Disc 2) by Sing2Learn

This is the intermediate set for English speakers wanting to learn Spanish. Learn new languages by singing with Sing2Learn. Songs are 100% original and the program takes a step by step approach to break down sentences into words and phrases. Learn in the car, on the PC, or on the go. (Watch the English Speakers Learning Spanish: Beginner to Intermediate (Disc 2) Video Watch Video) 3/19/2009 (Price: $14.25) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

English Speakers Learning Spanish: Beginner to Intermediate (Disc 1) by Sing2Learn
English Speakers Learning Spanish: Beginner to Intermediate (Disc 1) by Sing2Learn

This is the beginner set for English speakers wanting to learn Spanish. Learn new languages by singing with Sing2Learn. Songs are 100% original and the program takes a step by step approach to break down sentences into words and phrases. Learn in the car, on the PC, or on the go. (Watch the English Speakers Learning Spanish: Beginner to Intermediate (Disc 1) Video Watch Video) 3/19/2009 (Price: $14.25) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

English Speakers Learning Chinese: Beginner to Intermediate (Disc 2) by Sing2Learn

This is the intermediate set for English speakers wanting to learn Chinese. Learn new languages by singing with Sing2Learn. Songs are 100% original and the program takes a step by step approach to break down sentences into words and phrases. Learn in the car, on the PC, or on the go. 3/19/2009 (Price: $14.25) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

English Speakers Learning Chinese: Beginner to Intermediate (Disc 1) by Sing2Learn
English Speakers Learning Chinese: Beginner to Intermediate (Disc 1) by Sing2Learn

This is the beginner set for English speakers wanting to learn Chinese. Learn new languages by singing with Sing2Learn. Songs are 100% original and the program takes a step by step approach to break down sentences into words and phrases. Learn in the car, on the PC, or on the go. (Watch the English Speakers Learning Chinese: Beginner to Intermediate (Disc 1) Video Watch Video) 3/19/2009 (Price: $14.25) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

A Collection of Just So Stories by GREATHALL PRODUCTIONS

Written by Rudyard Kipling and read unabridged by Jim Weiss. With vivid characters and an hysterically funny choice of words, Rudyard Kipling’s beloved stories “explain” how camels got humps, great whales got tiny throats, elephants got trunks and more. These time-tested classics cause us to look at accepted qualities in new and creative ways, and even better, make us laugh out loud. With his menagerie of voices and warm, witty narrative presence, Jim Weiss brings Kipling’s own words to life. The result is a wondrously charming recording that is certain to become an all-time favorite for listeners of all ages. 3/3/2009 (Price: $14.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

A Tale of Two Cities by GREATHALL PRODUCTIONS

Written by Charles Dickens and told by Jim Weiss, this masterful, historical novel is set in Paris and London during the stormy upheavals of the French Revolution. Combining adventure and a moving personal story, it tells of Lucie Manette, daughter of a hero of the Revolution, who loves Charles Darnay, an aristocrat who sympathizes with the poor. When revolutionaries seize Charles, only Englishman, Sydney Carton, can save him. But here too, we run into complication and intrigue! Shaping his telling for the entire family, Jim Weiss gives us Dickens’ unforgettable heroes, remorseless villains and thrilling plot twists to make A Tale of Two Cities a classically memorable, dramatic presentation. 3/3/2009 (Price: $14.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

American Tall Tales by GREATHALL PRODUCTIONS

These uproarious American folk stories will have you laughing out loud and pondering. You'll meet Paul Bunyan, taller than the trees and mightier than the rivers; Johnny Appleseed, whose gentle generosity make him a beloved legend; and Pecos Bill, whose outrageous Texas-sized exploits make him the greatest of all cowboys. There's even one of Jim's own tales, a tongue-twisting, hilarious tale of the Old West. The entire family will listen to this recording over and over again. 3/3/2009 (Price: $14.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Abraham Lincoln and the Heart of America by GREATHALL PRODUCTIONS

Filled with laughter, tragedy and astonishing triumphs, this storytelling biography will entertain and inspire listeners as they experience touching personal moments, Lincoln's famous wit, great ethical issues, military battles, and the complete Gettysburg Address. With vivid descriptions of Lee, Grant, Stephen Douglas, Mary Todd Lincoln, Frederick Douglas and more, one will remember anew why Abraham Lincoln holds a special place in our history and in our hearts. Approximately 70 Minutes. 3/3/2009 (Price: $14.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

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