TDmonthly's ToyFair 2006 Preview--Audio & CD Product Category

Lovely Baby Magic No. 2 by LOVELY BABY MUSIC

Lovely Baby Magic CDs continue the early music integration process with your baby.  The compositions are a bit more complex than earlier releases, and the harmonies are a bit more stimulating and demanding, asking more of a baby's mind to process. 7/10/2006 (Price: $17.95)

Kindergarten Prep by CASABLANCA KIDS INC.

This CD contains contagiously catchy tunes that are impossible not to hum.  "Red Light, Green Light" is a particular standout, kind of a cross between Joe Egan and The Police and Bob Geldof's early solo albums.  Each song is about totally kid-relatable subjects such as family, crossing the street, the ABCs and, of course, five monkeys.  A good time is had by all. 7/10/2006 (Price: $8.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Eight Feet by IMAGINATION MOVERS

The Movers’ new CD, “Eight Feet,” features the high-energy sing-along songs “Shakable You,” “Seven Days a Week,” “Farm” and “Have Fun Today” as well as the Hurricane Katrina-inspired anthem, “We Got Each Other.”  7/10/2006 (Price: $15.00)

Everywhere You Go by TRUE BLUE MUSIC

The most ambitious Joe McDermott album yet features big-band horns, string-quartet arrangements and performances by Grammy Award-winning musicians. Nine new songs are written in his signature style, which has been described as "a breath of fresh air in the world of children's music." It’s a Gold Award winner in the music, ages 4 and up, category of the 2003 National Parenting Publications Awards (NAPPA) for Children's Resources and a winner of a 2003 Parents' Choice Award Silver Honor. 7/10/2006 (Price: $15.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Listen and Color: Favorite Poems for Children Book and CD by DOVER PUBLICATIONS

While youngsters listen to the lively narration by Suzanne Torren of 84 old favorites such as “Little Boy Blue,” “The Land of Nod” and “The Owl and the Pussycat,” they can color in scenes from these and 36 other popular poems from the recording. The kit includes a CD and children’s coloring book. 7/5/2006 (Price: $6.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Habib Koite - Baro by PUTUMAYO KIDS

Malian guitarist Habib Koite and his band Bamada create lyrical and compelling contemporary music rooted in the traditions of their native land. 6/28/2006 (Price: $14.98) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Brazilian Lounge by PUTUMAYO KIDS

Seductive Brazilian melodies and subtle electronics mix on this collection of contemporary chill-out rhythms. 6/28/2006 (Price: $19.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Music from the Wine Lands by PUTUMAYO KIDS

Music from the Wine Lands is a full-bodied selection of songs from the world's leading wine-producing regions: Frace, Italy, Spain, Portugal, Germany, Australia, Chile, Argentina, South Africa, Greece and the United States. 6/28/2006 (Price: $14.98) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Baila! by PUTUMAYO KIDS

Featuring Latin flavored tracsk from around the world, Baila! is a non-stop celebration of salsa, cumbia, merengue and more. 6/28/2006 (Price: $14.98) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Fun Tunes for Kids DVDs by FUN TUNES FOR KIDS

"Bear Tunes for Kids," "Moose Tunes for Kids," and "Sea Tunes for Kids" are now available on DVD! 6/22/2006 (Price: $19.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Two Tiered Cardboard Shelftop Display by FUN TUNES FOR KIDS

Designed to carry one or two titles. Holds 7 Cd’s or 8 cassettes in each tier. It is 6" wide x 8" deep. Available Headers: Cow, Moose, Bear, Moose & Bear Combo, Cow & Moose & Bear Combo, Sea, Teacher 6/22/2006 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Signing Time! DVD Gift Set Vol. 1-3 by TWO LITTLE HANDS

 6/14/2006 (Price: $64.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Caroline and Danny's Toolbox: Building a Better Child by K.C's PRODUCTION GROUP

Caroline and Danny's Toolbox has children giggling and wiggling to songs about safety, feelings, transitions and other early childhood skills. The songs are written and performed by Danny Jones and Caroline Figiel. Caroline and Danny’s Teachers’ Toolbox” CD offers a top notch performance to teach early childhood skills with interactive music! 6/13/2006 (Price: $15.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Street Smarts by K.C's PRODUCTION GROUP

This CD takes kids on a journey to good choices through the power of music. The songs explore bullying, peer pressure, manners and teasing while capturing kids' imaginations and attention. It's performed by Caroline Fiegel and Danny Jones. Launch date: 2002. 6/13/2006 (Price: $15.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Children Are the Sunshine by COV PRODUCTIONS

Asheba bring the music of his sunny Caribbean home country of Trinidad into kids' lives everywhere. In this new CD, he covers topics of utmost important to kids, such as All Around the Kitchen, Who Stole the Cookie and Hope. Launch date: July 2006. 6/13/2006 (Price: $15.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Water Song by ZUNZUN TUNES

This CD, winner  of both the 2006 Creative Child Magazine and 2006 iParenting awards, is a compilation of all of the musical duo ZunZun's songs about water. The 12-song world beat CD features such topics as watershed, water conservation, waves, rivers and water legends. A true celebration of our water planet, this CD features over 25 folkloric instruments from around the world and highlights ZunZun's beautiful harmonies, humor and danceable beats. Three songs are bilingual Spanish/English. It is both educational and high-energy fun for all ages. 6/12/2006 (Price: $14.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

The Miracles of Chanukah by K.C's PRODUCTION GROUP

The “Miracles of Chanukah” combines storytelling, music and humor into a wonderful holiday experience! The interactive, fun-filled songs and captivating re-telling bring this delightful holiday story to life in a way that is guaranteed to entertain young children and their families. Also included on this CD are the blessings and traditions associated with Chanukah, which are explained in a kid-friendly way, making a connection between the age-old holiday and today’s kids. 5/26/2006 (Price: $15.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

The Wee Sing Train by WEE SING PRODUCTIONS

Children everywhere will clap, hop and sing along to the exhilarating 58 minutes of song and dance numbers of "The Wee Sing Train." They can imagine playing with a toy train, and then suddenly becoming a passenger ... which can only happen with a spark of Wee Sing magic. Packed with 20 songs, colorful characters and a special lesson about thinking before you eat, "The Wee Sing Train" is a charming way to put kids on the right track. This DVD was first launched in 2004. 5/25/2006 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

I Love My Alphabet by WITTY BIT WORLD INC.

The Witty Bit World Alphabet CD uses character, rhythm and stories to educate and entertain. Witty Bit World applies a nontraditional and highly effective approach to teaching the alphabet and phonics. The focus is on kindergarten preparedness with a collection of 26 fun stories, songs and jingles. The variety of musical styles, with everything from pop to ballad, keeps children of all ages completely entertained while learning. 5/25/2006 (Price: $15.75) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Jack's World by INET PRODUCTIONS INC.

This motivating upbeat music for today's children is great for inspiring movement. It includes inspirational songs of love, family and self-esteem and features 15 songs from the family musical play, "Jack's World." In this world, cultural diversity and esteem building are introduced to children in hip hop fashion. The music encourages children to value each other and their families. 5/25/2006 (Price: $16.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Snowdance by GOTTA PLAY PUBLISHING

"Snowdance" is Erin Lee & Marci's second children's CD, following their award-winning debut album, "Someone's Gotta Wanna Play." "Snowdance" takes children through seasons of the year, with a song for each month. Some songs are about the seasons, others serve as a backdrop for everyday events that take place during a specific time of year — like jumping in mud puddles in the spring or playing baseball in the summer. Even prior to its September 5th release, the lyrics to "Snowdance" have won an ASCAP Award. 5/23/2006 (Price: $15.00)

Martian Television Invasion by THADDEUS REX PRODUCTIONS

With Thaddeus Rex’s first fun album, kids can visit the dinosaurs, battle a “Martian Television Invasion,” create a “Happy Party,” blow up a spaceship and more. Look for Thaddeus Rex’s second kids' CD, "We Wanna Rock!! Non-Fiction and Nonsense from the Heartland" due out November 2006. 5/23/2006 (Price: $15.00)

Classical FUN Sing-A-Longs by CLASSICAL FUN MUSIC INC.

This symphonic quality music CD with superbly sung child-centered lyrics brings learning to life. The companion guide for teachers, parents and librarians describe appropriate activities for each song. Count in multiple languages to Mozart, dance with puppets to "The Blue Danube" or fly into space with Wagner. This imaginative music creates fun and memorable experiences for developing multiple intelligences. The CD contains lyrics and highlights from 25 masterpieces. Instrumental versions with composer and title introductions provide college-level music knowledge. 5/23/2006 (Price: $19.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Bottle of Sunshine by MILKSHAKE MUSIC

This album is full of variety. The song “ABC of Me” was recorded live in the studio with a jazz combo. It’s a new take on the “Alphabet Song,” and each letter stands for some quality or thing that reminds us of how great we are and how wonderful childhood is. “Boom Boom” turned into a country rock song with lots of fiddle and banjo and a “yee-haa.” There are some totally acoustic songs (“Bluebird” and “Milkshake!”) and some very electrified, all-out rock songs (“School” and “Space Song”). But every song is memorable, and the title track is featured on Noggin's "Jack's Big Music Show." 5/23/2006 (Price: $14.98) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

My Mama Was A Train by BLUE VISION MUSIC LLC

From America’s heartland, James Coffey, acclaimed family recording artist steams ahead with his second collection of railroad songs, delighting train lovers of all ages with real sounds and rhythms of locomotive engines accenting each of the 15 songs. This CD not only contains more great original songs by your favorite train song performer BUT many of your favorite traditional songs as well. Songs like "The Wabash Cannonball", "Rock Island Line", "Down At The Station", "The Little Red Caboose", "New River Train" and more. 5/23/2006 (Price: $14.95)