Music Titles from KIDS FIRST!

The Music category has 169 KIDS FIRST! endorsed titles
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A TO Z SYMPHONY, THE CLASSICAL FUN MUSIC, INC. Description - Twenty six independent, one-minute videos set to the melodies of some of histories greatest composers. Each letter's vignette is preceded by an introduction of the title and composer, so they become memorized naturally by young minds. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Excellent. Can't-miss classical music in a kid-friendly format. Extremely high quality sound. One-minute tracks good for short attention spans. Images are not the usual kiddy alphabet stuff. Intriguing material for those just learning the alphabet. KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Loved it. Repeated letters and associated words out loud, labeled foods (Boo! Mushrooms!) giggled (The arrow and the apple are funny!) and asked lots of questions. "How does the yo-yo work?" "What are Stonehenge and the Olympics?" "Is this all true?" Runtime: 32 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 0-5 Suggested Retail Price: $ 19.95 Media: DVD ISBN # 0975992708

ANASTASIA SING ALONG TWENTIETH CENTURY FOX HOME ENTERTAINMENT Click to purchase directly from the producer Description - Features sing-along songs from the movies "Anastasia," "Ferngully: The Last Rainforest," and "On the Riviera." Invites kids to follow along with the words on the screen and join in the chorus with familiar characters. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Having "Anastasia" on the cover is a bit misleading. Different clips vary in production quality. Requires being able to read quickly. Some of the older clips were not very appealing. KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Loved the chance to sing along, especially when they learned new songs. Girls liked this better than boys. Popo the Puppet was a big hit, as was Shirley Temple and the dog from "Anastasia." Runtime: 25 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-8 Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.98 Media: VIDEO ISBN # 0-7939-4804-5 This title is available for purchase from TWENTIETH CENTURY FOX HOME ENTERTAINMENT

ANIMAL GROOVE BLUE VISION MUSIC Description - James Coffey's CD has kids hopping like kangaroos, soaring like the eagles, and enjoying diverse musical styles with his creative lyrics that take a journey through an imaginative animal kingdom. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Loved it. Very upbeat. Transitions are excellent, lyrics are informative while entertaininig. Combines silly songs with songs that make you think. Vocuabulary is perfect for young children. Lyrics are funny, catchy, and contagious. Even the "Dust Bunny" song is done in such as way that youngest kids can relate. KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - YES! "I just really love it. It has groovy music." Kids were genuinely captivated. They danced, sang along and asked for it again. A favorite was "Jellyfish Jump." They loved the piano playing and the song "I Want to Fly." It made them fly! Runtime: 40 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-8 Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.95 Media: AUDIO       for only $8.95 - You Save $6

Watch video of this title: ANIMUSIC 1 ANIMUSIC Click to purchase directly from the producer This title has online video! Series: INDEPENDENT SHORT, AGES 12-18 Description - Instruments spring to life and perform a series of original compositions, produced with incredibly detailed computer animation. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Amazing! Excellent production. Great animation, electronic music and fantastical presentation. Upbeat music that appeals to a broad audience. Different ages will respond to the presentation different but each will enjoy. You can see the incredible amount of work that went into creating this production and the effort shows in the complexity of the final product. People will truly be astounded when they take all that into consideration. Together, it creates an entertaining, intriguing and unique experience. KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Loved it! "Awesome" and "wow are the words kids used to describe it. One boy owns his own copy at home and was thrilled to see it again. They like that it was computer generated music and images. They definitely said they would watch it again. They often commented about the real instruments that were most like the ones in the DVD. One six-year-old kept up a running commentary about how each song was created on the computer. There were a lot of open jaws at first, then they just settled back and enjoyed it - tapping their feet and clapping their hands along with the beat. Older children who are making movies themselves appreciated the intense amount of work involved in creating this. Bravo! Runtime: 35 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 12-18 Suggested Retail Price: $ 19.95 Media: DVD This title is available for purchase from ANIMUSIC

ANOTHER GREAT DAY FOR SINGING, WITH JAMES DURST SIDEWALK PRODUCTIONS Series: SIDEWALK SONGS Description - Features 14 melodic songs - many familiar - performed with guitar accompaniment. Several are enhanced with digital effects, including duets with guests "Eb and Flo" and an introduction to the orchestra with "Old King Cole." KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Light, catchy, lively American folk songs. Encourages imagination. Simple, clear presentation. Durst has a soothing voice and friendly appearance. Lyrics are easily repeated. Best viewed in two sessions or for quiet time. Format is a bit dull. KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - While this engaged some children, others were bored. "There weren't a lot of songs with pictures." Some kids readily sang along, laughed and participated with hand gestures. Overall, it was too long to hold their interest throughout. Runtime: 37 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 3-7 Suggested Retail Price: $ 12.98 Media: VIDEO ISBN # 0-9671322-1-5

BABIES MAKE MUSIC HEADBONE Series: LYNN KLEINER SERIES Description - Early childhood music pioneer Lynn Kleiner shows how musical interactions can be delightful and easy, even for parents with no music background. She uses a variety of activities including massage rhymes, lullabies, games, songs and dances. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Easy to follow, enjoyable, very rhythmic, good for language development. Encourages parents to interact with their child using songs and activities. "As a parent, I thought the video was a good teaching tool." Repeats songs so you can learn them easily. KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - This is really designed for parents though kids enjoyed the puppets and watching babies and children on-screen. Some made animal noises along with the puppets and danced. Some didn't want to watch it at all. Runtime: 52 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: adult-ADULT Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.95 Media: VIDEO ISBN # 0-9653636-1-9

BABY BEETHOVEN, SYMPHONY OF FUN THE BABY EINSTEIN COMPANY Series: BABY EINSTEIN Description - Illustrates the music of Ludwig Van Beethoven with baby-friendly images, colorful toys and puppets. Mix of instruments includes the vibraphones, glockenspiel, English horn, marimbas, and finger cymbals. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Pleasant tempos with lots of movement, color and activities. Excellent progression of music with movement. Well produced. Positive interaction between children and toys, puppets and puppeteers. KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Fast, colorful, interesting and unique. Children enjoyed babies faces and joined in clapping and singing. "The children shared the toys." "I liked the songs." Engaging music. High educational value and holds children's interest. Runtime: 30 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 1-3 Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.99 Media: DVD       This title is available for purchase from Amazon.com

BABY GENIUS: THE FOUR SEASONS GENIUS PRODUCTS Click to purchase directly from the producer Series: BABY GENIUS VIDEO SERIES Description - Shows children the simple beauty of a tuning leaf, the wonder of spring flowers in bloom, the unforgettable delight of a first snowfall all accompanied by the soundtrack of Vivaldi's Four Seasons. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Colorful images well choreographed to high quality sound. Highlights associative seasonal events. Good to grow with: something for babies, something for toddlers. Nice peaceful activity. Shows diversity. KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Lots of interaction - toddlers sat through the entire video and talked to it. Littler ones bounced, laughed, clapped and smiled. They loved seeing the animals, and said "again! again!" when it was over. Runtime: 37 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 1-3 Suggested Retail Price: $ 9.99 Media: VIDEO This title is available for purchase from GENIUS PRODUCTS

BABY SONGS: ANIMALS ANCHOR BAY HOME ENTERTAINMEN Series: BABY SONGS Description - Lively Hap Palmer music is accompanied by scenes of cute, cuddly animals and toddlers at the zoo, farm, and pet store. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Appealing, engaging. Excellent production - clear images and audio. Blends animation and live action. Encourages creative movement, language development, and curiosity. Shows multi-cultural cast and diverse geographic locations. KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Entertaining. Kids enjoyed the activities and games shown and many played them afterwards. "I would watch it again because I like animals." "I can run, jump and skip like the animals do." "I learned to hold the kitty softly." Runtime: 32 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-5 Suggested Retail Price: $ 12.98 Media: VIDEO ISBN # 0-7640-0584-7       This title is available for purchase from Amazon.com

BABY SONGS: BABY ROCK ANCHOR BAY HOME ENTERTAINMEN Series: BABY SONGS Description - Kids dance to rock and roll favorites. Ten song-filled, toe-tappin' vignettes include: Fats Domino's "I'm Walkin," Little Eva's "Locomotion," "Woolly Bully" and "Twist & Shout." KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Great tunes. Children enjoyed participating. Works best when viewed in segments. Appropriate use of language. Some safety concerns on this title, such as a child jumping on a bed near a window. KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Very colorful. Children enjoyed the character Baby Rock. Not all children appreciated the rock and roll music. Runtime: 30 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 1-5 Suggested Retail Price: $ 12.98 Media: VIDEO ISBN # 155873-799-5

BABY SONGS: BABY SONGS GOOD NIGHT ANCHOR BAY HOME ENTERTAINMEN Series: BABY SONGS Description - Contains ten original songs by Hap Palmer with live-action toddler shots. Lullabies and gentle songs designed to appeal to toddlers and parents. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Super, well produced. Sweet and calming, well paced. Appropriate mix of fantasy and reality from dancing bears to real children playing with dolls. Age-appropriate images shown, such as sleeping, playing with parents, parents leaving and returning. KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Three- and four-year-olds sang and danced to the songs. Even two- and four-month-olds watched for fifteen minutes. All enjoyed the on-screen babies. One three-year-old wanted to watch it again immediately. Runtime: 30 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 1-5 Suggested Retail Price: $ 12.98 Media: VIDEO ISBN # 0-7640-0402-6

BABY SONGS: BABY'S BUSY DAY BACKYARD PRODUCTIONS Series: BABY SONGS Description - Original live action musical about a baby's day. Contains ten new songs by Hap Palmer that explore a toddler's world. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Beautiful songs with catchy lyrics combined with fast-moving, colorful pictures. Shows nifty self-help skills. Stereotypes adult jobs by gender and shows unsafe images such as a child jumping into a tub. Good diversity shown. KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Kids were hungry for more. "Play it again!" Inspired kids to play dress-up afterwards. Promoted many happy feelings and giggles. Kids danced and clapped along with the music. They liked "pet the ducky" and watching the kids on-screen. Runtime: 30 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-5 Suggested Retail Price: $ 12.98 Media: VIDEO ISBN # 0-7640-0404-2

BABY SONGS: EVEN MORE BABY SONGS ANCHOR BAY HOME ENTERTAINMEN Series: BABY SONGS Description - These Hap Palmer songs celebrate a child's everyday world, from getting up, eating and dressing, to everyone's favorite activity - playing. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Very clever and lively, shows nice range of images, animation, live action and graphics. Each song is introduced by engaging animation. One could view one segment at a time. Best for three-, four-, and five-year-olds. KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Very appealing. Music is fast but it keeps their attention. Children giggled at the teddy bear. Runtime: 32 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 1-5 Suggested Retail Price: $ 9.98 Media: VIDEO ISBN # 1-55873-672-7

BABY SONGS: HAP PALMER'S FOLLOW ALONG SONGS ANCHOR BAY HOME ENTERTAINMEN Series: BABY SONGS Description - Imaginative, wonderful, joyful songs by Hap Palmer that invite kids to clap their hands, stamp their feet, dance and act out the lyrics. Introduces colors, the alphabet and shows how to make musical instruments from ordinary things like bottle caps. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Creatively inviting. Movement included children, held their attention. Music is great and lots of fun. Encourages participation even without guidance. Suggests activities and good songs to sing. KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Actively involved. Those familiar with the music were enthralled. Kids enjoyed acting like "monsters," tapping sticks and clapping. Runtime: 30 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 1-5 Suggested Retail Price: $ 12.95 Media: VIDEO ISBN # 0-307-14115-2

BABY SONGS: JOHN LITHGOW'S KID-SIZE CONCERT ANCHOR BAY HOME ENTERTAINMEN Series: BABY SONGS Description - John Lithgow, with his infectious good humor, performs favorite children's songs, inviting the audience to sing along. From "She'll Be Coming Round the Mountain" to the story of "The Runaway Pancake," Lithgow delights with whimsy and song. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Gentle and loving, Lithgow's a natural for kid songs. He's quiet, subtle and relaxed. Child centered, child sensitive. Induces kids to sing along. KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Excellent choice of songs - toe-tappers and hand-clappers - and they come alive. Runtime: 32 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-8 Suggested Retail Price: $ 12.98 Media: VIDEO ISBN # 1-55873-674-3

BABY SONGS: MORE BABY SONGS ANCHOR BAY HOME ENTERTAINMEN Series: BABY SONGS Description - Continues the energy of the original hit, "Baby Songs," with more playful songs. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Great songs and lovely images of kids engaged in a variety of activities. Material is intelligent and sweet. The witch segment is not age-appropriate. KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Fun! Kids liked this and enjoyed repeated viewings, except for witch segment. Kids danced and attempted to sing along. Runtime: 30 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 1-5 Suggested Retail Price: $ 12.98 Media: VIDEO ISBN # 1-55873-612-3

BABY SONGS: PLAY ALONG SONGS ANCHOR BAY HOME ENTERTAINMEN Series: BABY SONGS Description - With two new songs and other popular tunes, Hap Palmer's songs inspire children to be creative and imagine, move and sing along to the music. Includes ideas for musical playtime fun and scenes of children moving to the music. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Cute, upbeat pace, funny original songs and catchy tunes. Age-appropriate except calling it "baby songs" turns off the five-year-olds. Encourages interactive play between parents and children. Great diversity and respectful of generations and gender. KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Really enjoyed it. Kids sang and danced along. "I love to dance." "I want to be the girl with the baton." "The drumming on the pots and pans was fun." "My favorite game is follow the leader." "I hope Grandma gives me this movie." Runtime: 30 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 1-5 Suggested Retail Price: $ 12.98 Media: VIDEO ISBN # 0-7640-0588-x

BABY SONGS: ROCK & ROLL ANCHOR BAY HOME ENTERTAINMEN Series: BABY SONGS Description - Features rock 'n' roll classics by the original artists who made them hits. A collection of hip-shakin', smile-makin' tunes for kids and their parents to enjoy together. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Well made. Upbeat music familiar to most adults. Encourages kids to get up and dance. "Silliness of songs like Blue Suede Shoes and Wooly Bully appeal to kids." Promotes positive attitudes. Some objected to fast-paced, MTV-style cuts. Good diversity. KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Liked it a lot. Held their interest and they danced along. Girls liked it better than boys. One four-year-old said, "I could watch it all day long." Kids would watch for 15 minutes, wander off and check back every few minutes. Runtime: 30 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-5 Suggested Retail Price: $ 12.98 Media: VIDEO ISBN # 0-7640-0585-5       This title is available for purchase from Amazon.com

BABY SONGS: SILLY SONGS ANCHOR BAY HOME ENTERTAINMEN Series: BABY SONGS Description - Ten interactive silly songs from children's music legend, Hap Palmer, encourages kids to act silly to the music and in the process, learn all sorts of skills and knowledge like rhyming, parts of the body, and to handle a bad day. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Fun, educational and highly entertaining. Warm and welcoming atmosphere. Simple, lighthearted way to show kids lessons. Short and sweet footage of racially diverse kids, including a handicapped child. "Speaks directly to the pre-school population." KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Couldn't sit still. Smiled, giggled, danced and sang along. "I had fun dancing to the silly songs and they were fun to sing." "There is a lot of stuff to do." "We touched our toes to our nose and sang the pretzel song." "I like the backwards song!" Runtime: 30 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 4-6 Suggested Retail Price: $ 12.98 Media: VIDEO

BABY SONGS: SUPER BABY SONGS ANCHOR BAY HOME ENTERTAINMEN Series: BABY SONGS Description - From the creators of "Baby Songs" with irresistible sing-along songs from Hap Palmer, this upbeat collection contains such titles as "When Daddy was a Little Boy," "Chomping Gum," "Hurry Up Blues" and "When Things Don't Go Your Way." KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Entertaining and well produced. Great introductory song. Includes some nice role reversals and wonderful songs. Has some inappropriate behavior models for toddlers, balanced diversity. It's more for toddlers than "babies." KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - The music was lovely. Kids tapped and sang along. A little long for attention span of youngest kids. The claymation section (animation done with clay figures) moves pretty fast. Runtime: 30 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 3-7 Suggested Retail Price: $ 12.98 Media: VIDEO ISBN # 1-55873-350-7

BANGIN' AND SANGIN' IVY CLASSICS, INC. Description - Master percussionist Billy Jonas performs original and well-known songs. Using unique one-man- band instruments he's created from recycled objects, Billy inspires audience participation. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Well produced, simple production. High energy and positive attitude. "Billy is a unique entertainer. It's fun for kids to see this different perspective on music." Combines music for older kids along with those for younger ones. KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Enthusiastic. Kids loved it, they danced and moved spontaneously. "I want to learn more about playing the drums." "I like it because he bangs on things a lot." "I didn't know it was possible to break dance to a kid's song." "Recycling can be fun." Runtime: 41 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 4-9 Suggested Retail Price: $ 19.99 Media: VIDEO ISBN # 70148-29899-36

BEDTIME LIGHTYEAR ENTERTAINMENT Series: STORIES TO REMEMBER Description - Judy Collins invites young viewers on a gentle journey into dreamland with a collection of best-loved lullabies: "Hush Little Baby," "Lullaby and Good Night" and "The Land of Nod." Adapted from Kay Chorao's "The Baby's Bedtime Book." KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Parents who are Judy Collins' fans are thrilled to share this charming production with their kids. Moves from fast-paced songs to slow, sleepy ones. KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - It works well. One adult juror commented, "My six-month-old baby went to sleep with it right away." Runtime: 26 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 1-5 Suggested Retail Price: $ 9.95 Media: VIDEO ISBN # 1-879496-46-1

BEETHOVEN LIVES UPSTAIRS CHILDREN'S GROUP, THE2 Series: CLASSICAL KIDS Description - Family film tells the touching tale of a young boy's friendship with the great composer, Ludwig van Beethoven. This Emmy winner on DVD features Spanish/French soundtrack, bonus music video, and Classical Kids Music Gallery. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Excellent movie in every way: scenery, costuming, music, cinematography. Deals realistically with parent death, moodiness and deafness. DVD additions disappointing. "History in an easy story form. Worth watching just for incredible costumes and music." KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Were seized by Beethoven's disposition and wondered if he was crazy. "His behavior isn't positive." "I have a strong temper too." "I'm not that grumpy usually." Unanimously loved the concert. "I want to learn the piano." Found the DVD games engaging. Runtime: 52 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 8-12 Suggested Retail Price: $ 17.99 Media: DVD       This title is available for purchase from Amazon.com

BIG & LITTLE STUFF SIDEWALK PRODUCTIONS Series: SIDEWALK SONGS Description - A sing-along with original songs by Jim Scott, offers authentic music for kids celebrating friendship, nature and the good feeling you get by simply breathing in and out. Scott, a former Paul Winter Consort member, sings in Spanish and English. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Offers fun songs with important and meaningful messages such as environmental issues, taking care of each other, respect and independence. Songs are simple and easy to learn. Simple production that shows good diversity. KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - "My friends like to sing and they could sing a lot with this video." "I liked the pictures that went with the songs." "My favorite part was learning the hand movements with the songs." "The songs talked about friends and nature." Runtime: 30 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-6 Suggested Retail Price: $ 12.98 Media: VIDEO ISBN # 0967132223

BIG JEFF BIG JEFF MUSIC Description - Big Jeff is like a favorite uncle who writes fun ditties about everyday kid events. On this CD are 12 imaginative original songs for young children. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Brilliant use of music. Creative songs with different styles. Very smooth sound - nothing jarring or harsh. Topics are kid-relevant. Gentle singing, soft guitar and harmonica. Language will grow with young kids. Great for daycare and home. "Enhances family time by being enjoyable for all." KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Huge hit. Listened to it twice in a row and repeatedly asked for more. Came up with their own hellos for the Hello song and their own chants for the Construction Set song. Particularly enjoyed moving to the Train song, chiming in with the kids on the CD. "It's fun!" "I like the train song!" "He's silly!" Runtime: 35 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-7 Suggested Retail Price: $ 15 Media: AUDIO

BONDING MUSIC FOR MOTHER AND CHILD VALLEY ENTERTAINMENT - ME Series: HAPPY BABY Description - Harmonious instrumentals blended with gentle sounds of nature offers pregnant mothers a peaceful and enjoyable way to spend quality time with the baby growing within her. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Well produced and aesthetically pleasing. Definitely provides a relaxing environment for pregnant moms. "I loved the music; made me wish I was in a rocking chair with a baby." Packaging makes some unsubstantiated claims. Runtime: 37 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: Adult-Adult Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.97 Media: AUDIO ISBN # 1-929584-10-5

BRAINCANDY, MY 5 SENSES: A YUMMY MUSIC AND SOUND EXPLORATION BRAINCANDY Click to purchase directly from the producer Series: INDEPENDENT SHORT, AGES 0-2 Description - Introduces fun instumentations of multiple genres peppered with skits and sound effects. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Great music, varied sounds and rhythms. Every song is different and uses a variety of genres that range from steel band sounds to reggae to classical music. Each sense is featured in a song with characters such as Ivy Eyes, Hairy Hand, and Bruce Brain. The vocabulary is basic and easy for toddlers to replicate. KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Waiting for final kids' comments. Runtime: 30 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 0-2 Suggested Retail Price: $ 7.99 Media: AUDIO This title is available for purchase from BRAINCANDY

BRASS, THE WARNER BROS. PUBLICATIONS Series: TUNE BUDDIES Description - Explores the brass family of instruments and how brass instruments always play a major role in musical compositions. Investigates how brass instruments make their big brassy sound through a simple vibration. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Well produced. Introduces a variety of brass instruments and gives demonstrations of how each works. Narrator is very silly and uses pretty advanced vocabulary. Demonstrations are well selected to illustrate a point. Highly educational. KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Funny and informative. Some kids responded well, others didn't. They enjoyed the marching band and the host. "I learned how to blow through my mouth like I was blowing on a horn." "It makes me want to join the school band." "We learned a lot." Runtime: 23 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-8 Suggested Retail Price: $ 11.95 Media: Video and DVD ISBN # 0-7579-0075-5

BROTHER BEAR SING ALONG SONGS BUENA VISTA HOME ENTERTAINMENT/DISNEY Description - Sing, dance and play along with your favorite Disney songs from 101 Dalmatians, Peter Pan, Hercules, Treasure Planet, Brother Bear, and more. Introduces dance steps, gives the lyrics to the songs, and invites kids to sing karaoke-style. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - A full platter of musical fun. An enjoyable showcase of songs from some of Disney's best kids' titles. Dance sequences are enjoyable to watch and to try. The steps are simple and easy to follow. Truly interactive. Good role models and messages. KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Enjoyable. Kids sang along and called out the beasties names they knew. Older ones were familiar with all the movies in the clips. One five-year-old loved that he could play the games. "Makes us want to see the movies that we hadn't already seen." Runtime: 44 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-8 Suggested Retail Price: $ 17.99 Media: DVD ISBN # 0788848615       This title is available for purchase from Amazon.com

BUMBLZ TUNES: THE BEE SIDES (CD) BUMBLZ MEDIA Click to purchase directly from the producer Series: BUMBLZ TUNES Description - Continuing in the tradition of "Songs in the Key of Bee", "The Bee Sides" CD is sure to delight children of all ages. The songs are fun, heartfelt, and cover many musical genres with a sophistication rarely heard in children's music titles. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Very enjoyable. Great variety of very appealing songs. Good mix of fast and slow paced music. Topics range from bedbugs to monsters to mothers. It stimulates children to think about different ideas from adventure to dreams, fears, and trying new things. Very appropriate language that kids can readily understand. Lyrics are clear and easy to understand. KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Everyone enjoyed this. All agreed that their friends would enjoy it as well. One of the older boys said, "I like the guitars and Kenny does too." Another added, "Yeah, we can jam to that." and a younger child nodded in agreement. The kids did move along to the music when the more upbeat songs were playing. Runtime: 35 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-5 Suggested Retail Price: $ 11.99 Media: AUDIO       This title is available for purchase from BUMBLZ MEDIA

BZOTS: GOTTA GET A GIG EAT YOUR LUNCH Series: BZOTS Description - With the mean old CEO's secret agents and a looming rainstorm hot on their tails, Bzots race to find a fly crib to call home and a gig to pay for it. Thanks to the friendly citizens of Phantburg, Bzots find out they don't have to go at it alone! KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Very different. Frenetic and colorful. Quick cuts and catchy hip-hop tunes. Vivid, entertaining characters. Some of the topics are not geared toward kids: real estate, a song about security deposit and a credit check, and a weird CEO character. "Not sure kids will understand all the slang terms." KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Only about half the kids could explain what it was about. "The robots needed money?" "You need a job to get money." Most seemed to enjoy it. "Weird." "Funny." "Good, but weird." "I liked the dancing prairie dogs." "Cell phone song was neat." "I'll watch it again." "It was neat." "No violence." Runtime: 30 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-8 Suggested Retail Price: $ 9.99 Media: DVD       This title is available for purchase from Amazon.com

CELLABRATION LIVE! A TRIBUTE TO ELLA JENKINS SMITHSONIAN FOLKWAYS RECORDINGS Click to purchase directly from the producer Series: FEATURE FILM, AGES 5-8 Description - Live concert honoring Ella Jenkins, featuring some of today's finest folk and children's artists performing songs written by Ella. This DVD was made of a live concert featuring: Tom Chapin, Cathy Fink and Marcy Marxer, Bill Harley, Tom Paxton, Riders in the Sky, Mike Stein, Pete Seeger, Sweet Honey in the Rock, Michele Valerie and a special appearance by Ella Jenkins herself. Hosted by Grammy award winners Cathy Fink and Marcy Marxer. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - This is a tribute to a woman who broke through barriers and prejudices - the wonderful Ella Jenkins. It offers a collection of great children's songs sung by some of the most talented folksingers of our time. What a grant diversity of cultures - with everything from mariachi to Pete Seeger to Sweet Honey in the Rock. The wide range of musical styles keeps the viewer engaged. Some songs address environmental issues or other pro-social issues. Other, are just plain fun! It is very respectful of parents and others who grew up listening to these great musicians. The pace is a bit slow for younger kids and the visuals are typical of a live concert. Its appeal would be enhanced by co-viewing with an adult - someone to explain to kids who these great musicians are. KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Mixed reactions from kids. Some really enjoyed it, others were bored, or uninterested. "The music was okay but it didn't grab me." The younger kids had difficulty with the sign language. They liked the costumes of pirates for one song and sang along with it. Beautifully recorded, the kids appreciated that it was easy to hear the words and some sang along. Runtime: 60 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 6-12 Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.97 Media: DVD This title is available for purchase from SMITHSONIAN FOLKWAYS RECORDINGS

CLASSICAL FUN SING-A-LONGS CLASSICAL FUN MUSIC, INC. Description - Symphonic CD with child centered lyrics makes twenty five masterpieces come alive. Each track associates great music with a fun activity. Educators and parents alike can use this CD to create fun and memorable experiences for children. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - High quality music and vocals. Great introduction to classical music and a good way to determine which composers your child will respond to most. Sing-along words, while age-appropriate, will either make you laugh or make you think it's irreverent. KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Most kids really liked it. Little ones danced, going to the CD player for more whenever the music stopped. Older kids were drawn into the room to listen and stayed. "I love this music and the songs." A few were not into the classical music at all. Runtime: 55 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 0-5 Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.95 Media: AUDIO ISBN # 0975992724

CLOCKS SYMPHONY, THE THE LITTLE FIDDLE COMPANY, INC Series: CLOCKS SYMPHONY, THE Description - Uses classical music, fun songs and colorful animation to teach how to tell time and the concept of "time of day." KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Good introduction to the concept of time. Simple style, soothing music, slow pace. Absence of dialog provides an opportunity for parents to interact with children in identifying numbers, letters and objects. Uses humor appropriately. KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Youngest kids liked it the best; all of them liked the music. Older kids recited the time, younger ones listed the colors, shapes and alphabet. "I want to learn how to tell time." Older kids got restless. Runtime: 30 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-4 Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.95 Media: VIDEO ISBN # 0970048912

COME RIDE ALONG WITH ME BLUE VISION MUSIC Description - Award-winning songwriter James Coffey's musical versatility comes through with rock, pop, folk, calypso and country styled songs about trains. Features songs from the delightful, "I Love Toy Trains" video series. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Lively, uplifting, enjoyable. Great mix of styles, catchy lyrics, and toe-tapping beats. Songs blend into one another easily and there is a nice combination of paces so it's not all one tempo. One song talks about how we all live in a neighborhood and should respect others. This could be listened to repeadedly without driving the adults nuts. KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Enjoyed it, danced to the songs, and listened intently, asking for some songs to be replayed so they could learn the words. Some discussed neighbors and aliens afterwards. Others loved the dinosaur song and looked up T-rex afterwards. One group talked about the difference between an engineer and a conductor. Runtime: 33 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-5 Suggested Retail Price: $ 12.95 Media: AUDIO

CONCERT IN ANGEL-LAND MVP HOME ENTERTAINMENT, INC. Description - Children take a magic journey to Angel-Land where song and dance abound. Whimsical angels and children from many cultures sing along with recording artists Megon McDonough and Victor Cockburn. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Teaches respect through simple songs, stories and games. Presented at a child's level, it simplifies ideas that reassure young children. Simple production, showing the diversity of children's artwork. KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Fabulous music, great storytelling. One leader had to sneak the tape away after viewing. Children were totally engaged by the material and the angels. Runtime: 25 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-8 Suggested Retail Price: $ 10.95 Media: VIDEO

COUNTRY BABY MOPO HOME ENTERTAINMENT Description - Designed to cultivate a child's interest in music and stimulate her mind to dream, think, and explore the world. Presents country renditions of nursery favorites, four original tunes in contemporary country style, puppets, toys and animation. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Cute, colorful, and pretty generic. Full of music, toys, animals and babies. Includes simple concepts like counting and "up and down." Lends itself to having the caregiver interact with the viewer but its educational focus is unclear and scattered. KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Some found it engaging, others less so. Kids enjoyed it in short segments, becoming distracted after 15 minutes. Things are presented in a friendly, appealing manner but it's not clear what they're to be learning. Runtime: 30 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 1-3 Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.98 Media: VIDEO

DO YOU WISH YOU COULD FLY? KT MUSIC PRODUCTIONS INC Description - This compilation of original songs by Kathy Byers is intended for children and caregivers alike with each playback and performance. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Good production with lyrics that work well. Fun songs that lend themselves to creative movement. Integrates themes such as brushing teeth, fear of darkness and the sounds of nature. Some Christian content. KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Enthusiastic. Would listen to the songs again. "I was sad when someone got hurt and no-one wanted to kiss their boo-boos." "My mommy teaches me to brush my teeth too." "It was fun to pretend to make rain sounds." Runtime: 20 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 3-6 Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.99 Media: AUDIO ISBN # 1574165005       for only $8.95 - You Save $6.04

DR. SEUSS'S MY MANY COLORED DAYS (DVD) MINNESOTA ORCHESTRA VISUAL ENTERTAINMENT Series: NOTES ALIVE! Description - Follow the adventures of a child and a dog as they share everyday emotions expressed through color and melody. Based on the book, Dr. Seuss's: My Many Colored Days. Includes a behind the scenes tour and an interactive quiz game of 22 questions and facts. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Top notch production quality that includes animation and a live orchestra concert. Music fits well with animation. Emotions fit well with accompanying music; from glee and joy, to the blues and downright sadness. Suitable for varied ages and cultures. KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Kids enjoyed the animation and the music, clapping along to the fast-moving parts. "It values that everyone has bad moods sometimes." "Afterwards, we wanted to talk about our feelings." Runtime: 60 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 4-10 Suggested Retail Price: $ 24.95 Media: DVD ISBN # 1-893274-00-4

DR. SEUSS'S MY MANY COLORED DAYS MINNESOTA ORCHESTRA VISUAL ENTERTAINMENT Series: NOTES ALIVE! Description - Engaging Dr. Seuss story features colorful 3-D animation of a child and dog experiencing their feelings through color and music. Narrated by Holly Hunter; music score by Richard Einhorn; performed by the Minnesota Symphony Orchestra. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Too slow, too long, style is stiff. Enhances pride in individuality and self-expression. Teaches communication skills using emotions. Beautiful music, but cuts to the orchestra distract from the story. KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Good production, though some parts lost their attention. Some students clapped, swayed, and danced along. Others found it boring and confusing. "The music people are not fun." "Made us think about how our hearts feel." Runtime: 45 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-8 Suggested Retail Price: $ 19.95 Media: VIDEO ISBN # 1-893274-01-2

ELVIS FOR BABIES VALLEY ENTERTAINMENT - ME Series: HAPPY BABY Description - Who doesn't know the captivating love songs by the greatest rock'n'roll singer of all time? Your baby will hear this musical box orchestra interpretation of "Love Me Tender" and "Are You Lonesome Tonight." KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Well produced. Sound is clear, crisp, and baby-friendly. "I loved the way the babies cooed and made sounds with the music." "I liked how each song was soothing and calming, but with repeated listening, they became less distinct." KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Babies smiled as they danced with their parents. They moved their bodies in time with the music. Babies really tuned into the sounds of babies on the CD. When the recorded sounds of babies came on, they would get very still and listen. Runtime: 36 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 0-2 Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.97 Media: AUDIO ISBN # 1-929584-14-8

ENCHANTED DOLLHOUSE, THE MILLENNIUM ENTERTAINMENT GROUP Series: ENCHANTED DOLLHOUSE,THE Description - Introduces young children to a wide range of musical styles, from rock to classical lullabies. Includes lively selections for interactive participation and soothing ones for rest. Features Elizabeth von Trapp. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Enjoyable, upbeat soundtrack. Encourages little ones to get up and dance. Lyrics are a little sophisticated for the audience. "I liked the sounds of the children laughing throughout." KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Kids danced along to the music. "The song about different ways to walk was my favorite." "My friends will think its funny to shake and dance." "It's fun to pretend, but sometimes it was hard to understand what the words mean." Runtime: 40 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 3-5 Suggested Retail Price: $ 12.98 Media: AUDIO ISBN # 0-9665114-1-7

Watch video of this title: ERIC ODE: WELCOME TO THE WORKSHOP DEEP ROOTED MUSIC, LLC This title has online video! Description - The library, zoo, and amusement park are all musical destinations as singer, songwriter and poet, Eric Ode, sets out to repair his A-flat Shnooglehorn. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Lovely mix of humor, topics, blend of cultures, ages and genders. Eric Ode is a very creative entertainer who knows his audience. This is very suitable for preschoolers. Shows familiar places from a new perspective, i.e.. Zoo, library, trash can, shoes. Style is gentle and relaxing. Perfect preschool humor, i.e.. Pink worms, guitar turns into a broom, drumming on a ladder. Topics are relevant to preschoolers. Good diversity shown, i.e.. elderly, facial hair, glasses and weight. Preschoolers need to be challenged with questions that have no right or wrong answer. The constant changing of new ideas is engaging. KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Kids just loved this DVD. They danced and laughed along. "It was happy. It has lots of songs." "It's fun!" "My friends would like it because the songs are fun." "I want to play the guitar too." "I like when the cat fell down." Liked when he didn't see the elephants." "I liked the train." This is the type of program that's made for feeling good, not for big thinking. And feel good, they did. Runtime: 35 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-5 Suggested Retail Price: $ 15.95 Media: DVD ISBN # 0-9791575-0-1

FEELING GOOD CONCERT, THE GOOD LIFE SOLUTION, INC., THE Series: DR. COOL AND PRIDE Description - An interactive DVD starring Dr. Cool and Pride, featuring ten original songs that blend hip hop, pop and conscious rap to inspire kids to laugh, think, dance and even write a song of their own. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Wonderful program, well done. Songs and skits are presented in fast-moving, engaging short segments. Encourages creativity. Rap style gains the attention of the kids which holds through the entire program. Songs are respectful and right on target! KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Loved it. This video rocks! Many kids watched it again right away. "We liked the band and the songs. They're fun and respectful of kids and what we do. Kids danced, sang, and listened. Runtime: 30 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-8 Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.95 Media: DVD       This title is available for purchase from Amazon.com

FINGERPLAYS AND FOOTPLAYS EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITIES, INC. Click to purchase directly from the producer Description - Focuses on activities that develop coordination, concentration and listening skills. Everything can be performed while standing, seated in a chair or with legs crossed on the floor. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Basic production values, repetitive. Songs and characters are simple and easy to follow. Good balance of kids, adults and pictures. Ideal for preschoolers who pick up the tunes quickly. Nice diversity. Clear instructions. KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Danced along and did movements. Some fingerplays were familiar. Older kids suggested it for their younger brothers and sisters. Runtime: 30 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-5 Suggested Retail Price: $ 19.95 Media: VIDEO ISBN # 07925-3942-7 This title is available for purchase from EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITIES, INC.

FOR THE NEW ARRIVAL VALLEY ENTERTAINMENT - ME Series: HAPPY BABY Description - Features actual recordings from inside a mother's womb that provide a steady, soothing background rhythm to beautiful lullabies, creating an auditory pacifier that's soothing and restful. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Soothing and well produced though the womb sounds take some getting used to. "I wish I'd had a tape like this when I was pregnant." "A tired, sleep-deprived, new mother could only benefit from this." Packaging makes unsubstantiated claims. Runtime: 37 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: Adult-Adult Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.97 Media: AUDIO ISBN # 1-929584-12-1

FRANK LETO'S KIDS WILL BE KIDS: MOVE YOUR DANCING FEET FRANK LETO, MUSICAL VENTURES Click to purchase directly from the producer Series: INDEPENDENT SHORT, AGES 5-8 Description - Pilar Leto leads children in Hawaiian hula, Brazilian samba, Jamaican reggae, Trinidadian calypso, Cuban rumba and Puerto Rican salsa dances. Frank Leto describes and plays a variety of multicultural instruments. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Best of the three titles from this series. Great upbeat music and fun information about the instruments. Very colorful and fun though the songs are a bit long. Kids onscreen seem a bit bored at times. It exposes kids to different styles of music and dance than they are familiar with. It encourages participation. Frank tells kids what is expected of them in each dance. He introduces each wrong with an explanation of the instruments used for the type of dance and where the music is from. Flows well. Has a good multicultural cast. KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Mixed reviews from Fun to Okay. They enjoyed the set. "The set was cool - it showed a car, trees and stuff." This was fun but not all the kids like to dance. They all enjoyed the songs. They liked learning new songs. "The music was different but I liked it. " "I'd like to play some of the instruments." Runtime: 33 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-6 Suggested Retail Price: $ 20 Media: DVD This title is available for purchase from FRANK LETO, MUSICAL VENTURES

FRANK LETO'S KIDS WILL BE KIDS: SINGIN' & LEARNIN' FRANK LETO, MUSICAL VENTURES Click to purchase directly from the producer Series: INDEPENDENT SHORT, AGES 2-5 Description - Set in a classroom environment, children sing and learn about colors, body parts, facial expressions and more. Songs focus on interactive finger plays and games. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Enjoyable. Frank introduces some great songs and musical activities. We also learn about a few small instruments. His style is very appealing and friendly. This takes place in a classroom and there is no change of scenery or story line. Frank introduces each song, teaches kids about instruments and gives them fun ways to participate in the music. The songs are easy to catch on to and each one has motions to accompany it. Not a fancy presentation but well done. The classroom style is a bit dry. It encourages kids to get involved without loud or gimmicky strategies which is very respectful of young learners. There is definitely a beginning, middle and end for everything. However, after viewing once, the instructional parts aren't particularly appealing for repeated viewing. Love that all the songs are new. KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Okay. Some kids watched more than once and their expressions changed - perhaps growing to enjoy a song more or not so well. One 3-year-old was particularly drawn in. Others wandered. One said, "this is a music class." Kids definitely did sing along. Some songs stuck with them. Though, many asked if it was over before it was as this is a long show for their attention spans. Runtime: 39 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-5 Suggested Retail Price: $ 20 Media: DVD This title is available for purchase from FRANK LETO, MUSICAL VENTURES

FRED PENNER: WHAT A DAY! CHILDREN'S GROUP, THE Description - Fred Penner discovers a magic photo booth with songs about fun, friendship, and life. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Jurors liked using music and songs to stimulate happiness in a concert format. The story line didn't hold together. KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Fun and engaging, but younger children lost interest. It's better-suited for school-age viewers than preschool. Runtime: 28 minutes KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 3-13 Suggested Retail Price: $ 10.98 Media: VIDEO

FRIENDS BRENTWOOD MUSIC Series: PARABLES OF PETER RABBIT, THE Description - The adventure of a lifetime begins when four unsuspecting children stumble upon the burrow of Peter Rabbit. Based on the parable of the Good Samaritan and what it means to be a friend. KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Friendship concepts are presented within Christian framework. Though not overstated, presents God and the Bible throughout. Good child acting, catchy music but really corny. KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Remained interested, though they didn't like the lip singing. They d