Children's Music Can Drive You Crazy!
Children love music, don't they? From the cradle where they heard "Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star" to preschool where they did finger play to songs like "Itsy, Bitsy, Spider", it enriches a child's existence to hear and to participate in musical activity. But let's be realistic. How much can an adult actually take of nursery rhymes and the alphabet song?
What About the Wiggles?
Can't stand 'em.
Read why below.
Spare me the Wiggles, please.
I am not a Wiggles fan. As a musician, I find their melodies simplistic and trite. As I listen to them, I don't hear anything new. If I'm going to listen to the Wiggles, I might as well turn my musical sensibilities all the way down and buy a Barney or a Raffi album!
Along Came Sirius
I received the gift of Sirius Satellite Radio one Christmas and discovered the Kids Stuff Channel. Talk about the gift that keeps on giving. Not only could I listen to my 70s and 80s channels of music, Elvis and Frank Sinatra, the children had a channel all their own. Their own channel with songs that were catchy, easy to listen to, and (ahem) great for a sing along. I'd like to highlight a few of my favorite songs here. Peter Himmelman
Apparently this dude was in the "real" music business and quit to do children's songs. Boy, am I glad I did. He's great. Songs like "Feet" and "My Green Kite" are loved by my children, so much so that I finally purchased them from Amazon and made them their own custom album of songs.How can you resist the marching band rhythm of "Feet" and the lisping, rather annoyed pilot in the bridge of "My Green Kite". Sometimes I find myself humming these songs while I'm cleaning. Very catchy, with lyrics that my children love and interesting instrumentation.
Justin Roberts
All I can say is this guy looks exactly how he sounds. I have no idea how old he is, but he looks about 12. Either way, he has quite a few songs that I like - "Pop Fly" about a kid in left field watching with growing trepidation at a fly ball hit his way, "Way Out" a quasi-calypso (think "Under the Sea) tune about characters who long to be something different than they are. He's also got "Tickle my Toes" which reminds me of a John Denver song. The Sippy Cups
they rock out!
Talk about a rock band! My son loves to 'rock out' to their "Use your Words": " The super guy told me%u2026..all second graders got to use your words%u2026%u2026(you're a prestidigitator when you use your words!)%u2026.use -your--words!" Catchy, upbeat and has a lesson too! "Magic Toast" is a Beatles-esque song that is about a great breakfast. I can't say that I've listened to all of their music, but those are the two selections that are my personal favorites. Trout Fishing in America
18 Wheels on a Big Rig
While I'm not a fan of "Alien in my Nose" I will stay in the car to hear "18 wheels on a Big Rig". I love the counting in roman numerals part! "Oh, there's I, II, III, IV,V, VI, VII...." You have to hear it to appreciate it.
"You don't have to be driven crazy with repetitive kiddie songs - you have an alternative!!"
Your faves can become your kids' faves!
Are you tired of your children's music? I suggest that you take a look/listen on Amazon.com to some "alternative" children's music. Believe me, just because their children doesn't mean we have to dumb them down with repetitive nursery rhyme songs that drive us crazy! How about some Peter, Paul and Mary? Pete Seeger? John Denver? A friend of mine used to have her children listen to the BeeGees - said they put them to sleep every time. Don't know whether that's good or bad, but if it worked for her, hey, more power to her! Screen some of your favorite songs with your children - it gives you a chance to listen to something you both like. Great Stuff on Amazon
Meltdown!
Amazon Price: $15.98 (as of 01/03/2010) 
Snail Song & Magic Toast
Amazon Price: $14.99 (as of 01/03/2010)
My Green Kite
Amazon Price: $14.98 (as of 01/03/2010)
My Top Five Sort of Adult Artists for Kids
These songs aren't for adults only!
Pete Seeger's Greatest Hits
Pete Seeger's recording career covers more than 60 more...1 point
The Very Best of Peter, Paul & Mary
One of the most enduring acts in American music, P more...1 point
Sing-A-Longs & Lullabies for the Film Curious George (Jack Johnson)
Faced with the task of giving a voice to a central more...0 points
New Guestbook
submit
-
Reply
- Evelyn_Saenz Evelyn_Saenz Nov 2, 2008 @ 1:05 pm
- IMy children and I love to sing songs from all over the world and in many different languages. We love the ones you have selected for this lens. Please consider joining the Unit Studies: Fun, Active, and Creative Learning .
- Reply
More about these artists
- Amazon.com: Snail Song & Magic Toast: MP3 Downloads: The Sippy Cups
- Amazon.com: Snail Song & Magic Toast: MP3 Downloads: The Sippy Cups by The Sippy Cups
- The Official Trout Fishing In America Web Site
- Peter Himmelman :: The Official Website
- Welcome to the official website of Peter Himmelman - peterhimmelman.com. Peter is known as the master of the non-sequitor. His unique brand of music straddles the line between the hilarious and the profoundly deep. Watch the web-exclusive animation featuring four unreleased Peter Himmelman tracks. S
None
- Justin Roberts :: Home
- Justin Roberts Contact
Press Kit
Bio Justin now on MySpace.Add him as your friend.
Justin's fans draw his songsJustin's fans sing his songs
Join our email list "There are a slew of musicians with alt-rock credibility making records for kids ... Justin Roberts may be the best of
by Neosoul_Mama
A Yale graduate, former educator and current at-home mom and business owner may describe me on the surface, but I'm a lot more than the sum of th... (more)
Explore related pages
You Are My Sunshine- First recorded in 1939, You Are My Sunshine has become a favorite song for child...
Writing songs for kids- THE PROCESS OF SONGWRITING Songwriting is an Art,make no mistake about that. Whe...
Online Music And Movies- Music downloads, movie downloads, even books and games, everyone is doing it. An...
Peanut Butter and Jellyfish- Peanut Butter and Jellyfish This lens is all about kids and the funny things th...
Preschool Songs - Songs For Kids - Children Songs- Kids songs and preschool songs for children can be fun and educational. Kids an...
True Blue Wonders- True Blue Wonders is a unique song celebrating the beautiful country of Australi...
