(Part 2) Reddit mentions: The best children music

Ah, we have Raffi, but we also have stuff like Dog Train and Philadelphia Chickens. Music by Sandra Boyton, often employing celebrity talents for the songs. A few favorites are Snuggle Puppy, Boring Song, I Need A Nap (with Weird All & Kate Winslet), BusyBusyBusy, Dragonfire, Pig Island

You should really check out "They Might Be Giants" as well. :) They've started making children's music a few years ago. It may take a few listens for the songs to grow on you, but they are awesome. :)

The No! album has got some great songs, favs are Fibber Island, Violin, I Am Not Your Broom, The House At The Top Of The Tree

Be sure to peruse the "Customers Who Bought This Item Also Bought" section for some good ideas of similar whimsical modern kids music.

We like almost all the songs from Here Come The 123s quite a bit. Funny, whimsical music videos as well. Some of my daughter's long time favorites are One Everything, Triops Has Three Eyes, High Five, Seven, Hotdog. I like "Apartment Four" quite a bit.

All TMBG Childrens Music

Also check out the For The Kids albums. Great stuff. I've Got To Be Clean is a fav as well as La La La Lemon by Bare Naked Ladies.

And finally, Singin' In The Bathtub by John Lithgow. Very funny, silly and cheerful. :)

Hope this helps. :)

-Michael

Remember they are in a new environment with new parental figures. Do you know their history prior to your custody? It may help, so if not, ask your case manager. Foster care is very confusing for them, even at 24 months.

Taking a half hour or hour is not abnormal for their age though. My kids don't always go to sleep right after bedtime either. They play with their battery night lights or stuffed animals or sing quietly to lullabies for 20-45 minutes most nights. And they aren't even in the same room anymore. If we kept them in the same room they probably would stay up forever.

IMO the screaming isn't typical though, and may be related to the moving about from foster care. With kids in this situation property can sometimes be an issue. It sounds a little silly, but reiterating that this is their bed and their room and only theirs and its not going anywhere and you are there for them etc... may help ease them at night. Maybe get a stuffy or make sure they have anything they need from their other home(s) that were left behind. Foster moves are often poorly organized and executed and Mr. Tuttles the Turtle may have been left behind in all the hub-bub. I've even heard of parents (who are losing custody) intentionally withholding items and information to make it difficult for the state/foster parents. Working with your case manager closely (having them ask previous caretakers the kids' preferences for routine and if there are any special toys or whatever) and asking the kids specific questions (when I go to sleep I like to hug my bear, do you have anything like that?) will point you in the right direction. If nothing seems like that, make something. Make a big deal about it and take them somewhere to get that new night night companion, or dig out your old ones and give it to them to care for on your behalf.

All that being said, I agree that going earlier may be an answer, as well as throwing a late snack in the mix a half hour or so before night night routine (nothing sugary). Lullabies (without vocals) like Bach for bedtime or this one work well. Nightlights make a big difference if you don't have them already too (but allow for appropriate safety concerns - batteries only and out of reach).

I could go on but I'll stop now. Good luck and thank you for fostering.

This is an incredible gift, so it's a shame I can only be of so very little help.

On spotify there's a song "Down In Manitoba" by Norman Foote. I've no clue what the song's about so I can't tell you whether it's the same, but maybe it's a cover, and maybe that will suffice if you can't find the right one.

The Sun Is Rising is also on spotify under different artists, but the title is a bit more vague, so it's even more a stab in the dark.

The best of luck to you though.

Edit: So.... This exists. It's a very shady site, and I think you have to order albums by sending him money and hoping he will see it come through and send you an album back. This is troublesome because the design of the website looks old, so it might be out of date. That said: there's an album with Down In Manitoba on it for $15 CDN.

Edit2: This is far less shady for number 6!

Edit3: Alright, the last thing I found was this. I don't quite understand (this may have something to do with English not being my first language), but I think you can borrow the entire album from the iroquois ridge branch of the oakville library. I realise Canada is a huge place, and I'm not sure if you even live in Canada, but if you live close to Iriquois you might want to check that out. A better idea would perhaps be to just call them.

I truly hope I've been of use to you, and I hope you make it work. I'd like to ask of you that you eventually get us an update when you did it, so that we can all (or just me if no one else responds) share the happiness. The best of luck. :)

1. I guess I collect music, because it can always fit my mood or help me feel a certain way. It comes in handy a lot. I have over 2,500 CDs, and I bought them all.
   
2. My first CDs came from a magazine that was 12 CDs for a penny. I'm not sure how many people remember those, but I got Hootie and the Blowfish, No Doubt, Green Day, etc. I didn't seriously get into music until one birthday my uncle gave me $20. I walked four miles to the local K-Mart, went to the CD section, and found one with a cool cover. They're now one of my favorite bands and I've been hooked to music ever since.
   
3. I collect music memorabilia from my favorite bands, and my most prized possession was a guitar pick used by James Iha. I got it from an A Perfect Circle concert in 2003. It seems to have gone missing, though, so my second favorite thing would be my A Perfect Circle Live: Stone and Echo boxed set that my girlfriend bought me last year for Christmas.
   
4. I get new items from Amazon, a local record store called Record Exchange, or wherever I find music.
   
5. Yes, I am. There is a rare promotional CD single for Gorillaz's song "On Melancholy Hill" that has the song as instrumental only. I haven't been able to find this anywhere.
   
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   Optional 1. Here is a picture of some of my favorite collection items. Items:
   
   

• Blur - Parklive live 3-CD/1-DVD deluxe edition (left-back)
  
• Blur - 10 Year Limited Edition Anniversary Box Set w/ 22 CD singles (left-front)
  
• Blur - Blur 21 Box Set 18-CDs/3-DVDs/1-Vinyl and hardcover book (pictured large blue box)
  
• Guitar picks - John 5 (Rob Zombie) [white], Tony Campos (Static-X)[purple]
  
  
• Gemini Syndrome - Lux CD booklet signed by the band (above guitar picks)
  
• A Perfect Circle - A Perfect Circle Live: Stone and Echo Box Set
  
  
  Optional 2. I suppose the music that I'd like the most from my wishlist would be; FLCL Fooly Cool, Vol. 1: Addict OST

http://www.cduniverse.com/search/xx/music/pid/5025522/a/Golden+Slumbers%3A+A+Father's+Lullaby.htm

Take that, snobby straight-ahead jazz purists! Finally, the elite of smooth jazz have put together a project where it would be a compliment to hear that it put you to sleep -- or rather, your children. The mastermind of saxman Dave Koz and his brother, Jeff Koz, and the first release from Koz's Rendezvous Entertainment, this beautifully conceived and crafted recording has two modes: slow and slower. But that's intentional, as many of the genre's new dads (Peter White, Rick Braun, David Benoit) find quietly eloquent ways to lull their babes to sleep via their primary instruments. Some, like Benoit ("When You Wish Upon a Star") and Braun ("Somewhere Over the Rainbow"), pick the tried and true, while others, like White, write their own classic (the graceful, mystical "Charlotte's Song"). The Koz boys also contribute a new piece and bookend the project with soft-hearted soprano sax-driven takes on Beatles classics, including the title track. Perhaps the most unexpected treat is the fairy dusty take on Phil Collins' "You'll Be in My Heart" by flutist Steve Kujala and acoustic guitarist Grant Geissman. Others participating in the brigade of happy dads (and those who play music for and like dads) are Norman Brown, Brian Culbertson, Bruce Watson, and Brad Cole. Parents will be dreaming sweet long after the child is off to slumberland. ~ Jonathan Widran

Also: http://www.amazon.com/Dreamscape-Lullabies-Around-Jonathan-Elliott/dp/B00000JWD5

I can't believe you're still doing this on your vacation. you are amazing. thank you for being awesome.

prego is a word i can't stand because i had a co-worker who would use it daily when she was expecting. but, i do love me some shrimp scampi with linguini. that's probably my most indulgent favorite pasta. and damn i love me some tiramisu.

I would love this Pixar's Greatest cd. my little guy's 3rd birthday is coming up and he loves these songs.

1. this bed just looks so damn comfortable. Like you could just fall into it.
   
   
2. graham crackers and milk are so tasty and great for a midnight snack!
   
   
3. 
   these adorable sleeping cat pajamas even have matching slippers.
   
   
4. I personally prefer the dark, but this looks like a beautiful night light to fall asleep to, especially for anyone who likes the ocean.
   
   
5. if the baby shusher doesn't work, play the baby some 80's music
   
   “She used to say she could taste sleep and that it was as delicious as a BLT on fresh French bread.”
   
   
   Thanks for the contest!

I couldn't be more jealous. I would love to see this band perform live.

The vinyl has been on my WL since 5/24. You can find it on the first page of my "Vinyl" wish list.

Thanks so much for the contest and your generosity. Three people are going to be listening to some awesome music soon, thanks to you!

Pokemon 2.B.A Master! Used is okay! (:

One movie-linked song I can think of is the song I'm Still Here which makes me think of Treasure Planet (great movie, by the way! You should watch it!) I want to go to the cinema. I want to see Divergent!

I'm really liking the Green Album by various artists doing muppet songs. probably not what you had in mind, but i love (most) of the tracks.

Walt Disney World - Official Album

That album has all the originals and is a little pricey.

Where the Magic Lives

That album is the holding music you hear plus some. Not as expensive but still collectible.

Four Parks, One World

And lastly this album also has the original songs you hear around the parks. Once again, collectible.

Hope this helps!

This is an awesome collection of lullabies from around the world that my kids have listened to while they sleep since they were babies. Sometimes I play it in my bedroom as well.

As many have mentioned, the Tubes of You is a good place. If you need titles to start searching, check out any of these on Amazon (might be a fair bit of redundancy, I just grabbed a handful of URLs):

https://www.amazon.com/Disneyland-Resort-Official-Album-Set/dp/B00FA2ZJU4

https://www.amazon.com/Musical-History-Disneyland-50th-Anniversary/dp/B000AA4MHM

https://www.amazon.com/Walt-Disney-Records-Legacy-Collection/dp/B0106438AS <- Based on the cover, this looks to be the Spotify playlist /u/whitesoxfan5622 mentioned.


If none of those lists contain quite what you're looking for, try contacting City Hall in Disneyland with the specifics and they might be able to help you out/point you in the right direction.

5 month old comment. How did you end up here britishben? I didn't realise that Handler was on other Magnetic Fields albums. Anyway the album based off the books is called The Gothic Archies which is also the name of the band. The songs started as post scripts to the audio books. When the last book came out they released them all on one album.

Here's the Amazon link.

I hope it isn't presumptious of me to give you the UK Amazon link. Have a good day.

Just brainstorming here...

Does he like Coffee? Give him a Starbucks card, there are stores in all the parks now.

The Official Album (https://www.amazon.com/Disney-World-Official-Album-Release/dp/B00EVAY1EQ/ref=sr_1_3?s=music&ie=UTF8&qid=1479417276&sr=1-3&keywords=disney+park+music)

Breakfast, Lunch or Dinner at a Park Restaurant

Disney Photopass

Make sure he gets a sticker every day

I like the shirt idea too, never ordered here but... https://www.customink.com/photos/tags/disney-world

I used to sing a lot of Barenaked Ladies' Snacktime songs, especially Polywog In A Bog, mostly due to the giggles I'd get.

She also likes almost anything CCR, so I've gotten to sing lots of their stuff, as well as Bob Marley.

Not nursery rhymes by any stretch, but the kiddo really seems to like full on songs for the most part.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0106438AS/ref=mp_s_a_1_10?qid=1453487962&sr=8-10&pi=AC_SX118_SY170_QL70&keywords=disneyland


This one was pretty cool

The Muppets: The Green Album

Featuring:
Andrew Bird-It's Not Easy Being Green

Twistable Turnable Man: A Musical Tribute to Shel Silverstein

Featuring: My Morning Jacket-Lullabies, Legends, and Lies

The Tallest Man On Earth-The Wild Hunt

Youtube Link: The Tallest Man On Earth-The Wild Hunt

Fleet Foxes-Fleet Foxes

Youtube Link: Fleet Foxes-White Winter Hymnal

Where The Wild Things Are: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack

Featuring: Karen O & The Kids-All Is Love

Breathe Owl Breathe-Magic Central

Youtube Link: Breathe Owl Breathe-Dragon

Andrew Bird's Bowl of Fire-Thrills

Youtube Link: Andrew Bird's Bowl of Fire-Minor Stab

I highly recommend Andrew Bird & Fleet Foxes.

The soundtrack had this track on it. Really awesome 40-song track with various Simpson sketches and songs. This one: http://www.amazon.com/The-Simpsons-Springfield-Original-Television/dp/B0000033Z8/ref=pd_bxgy_m_img_b

Ones. There are 3 now, and they are all awesome.

Songs in the Key of Springfield

Go Simpsonic with the Simpsons

Testify

Yeah, Stronger can be found here

And you can find the full album of Kanye lullaby covers, including the tracklist, here

There's a full album. Someone posted a pic of it here, titled,

>"If I ever have a kid he's gonna get a good start"

or something like that.
I cant find the post right now but Here is the Amazon page

Might as well answer everyone's replies in one post. /u/subsonicmonkey /u/Peetal

I remember my 50th Anniversary Disneyland CD has "Space Mountain (Daytime Track) listed as one of the audio tracks (Disc 2, Track 10). Because of that I always thought there was a slight variation between the daytime and nighttime tracks. If it was standardized to just one audio track the whole day, then this would make sense why I could never tell the difference. :P

Any Disney historians able to clear this up for me?

By far, the most-used baby shower item that I received was this CD of lullabies from around the world. Both of my kids slept to that music every night for years, and my youngest still loves to listen to it while she sleeps. I listen to it myself sometimes.

God I loved Space Ghost Coast to Coast. I listened to this CD for a long while in the car. I'll have to see if I can find it...

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B007885IJU/ref=aw_ls__1?colid=O9H9TWWLL3NP&coliid=IBT8X6SAQ6IUW

Lumineers vinyl (: wohoo!

U Can't Touch This Includes Arnold Schwarzenegger impression and Charles Barkley roast.

Twist And Shout

Woomp There It Is

Lets Get It Started

ABC Michael Jackson cover


All Star Cover, Smash Mouth

Will You Be There?

You can Buy the album here, only 18 copies left!!

U Can't Touch This Includes Arnold Schwarzenegger impression and Charles Barkley roast.

Twist And Shout

Woomp There It Is

Lets Get It Started

ABC Michael Jackson cover


All Star Cover, Smash Mouth

Will You Be There?

You can Buy the album here, only 18 copies left!!

you should check out the album. its by the Gothic Archies (a.k.a Stephen Merrit; a.k.a the magnetic fields; a.k.a the future bible heroes; a.k.a. the sixths)

This is my favorite of all. I can listen to it all day: http://www.amazon.com/Disneyland-Resort-Official-Album-Homecoming/dp/B001ADJST0/ref=sr_1_2?s=music&ie=UTF8&qid=1418752613&sr=1-2&keywords=happiest+homecoming+on+earth

We liked the rock lullabies for when my son was a baby, and now for my new daughter. Kind of like kids music, but a little more palatable to adults.

• Kiss
  
• Barenaked Ladies
  
• Eagles
  
• Aerosmith
  
• AC/DC
  
• Black Sabbath
  
• Bob Marley
  
• Bon Jovi
  
• Led Zeppelin
  
• Tons of others
  
  Hell, there are some lullaby versions of these songs that are better than the originals.

I actually own this CD. Such good memories.

http://amzn.com/B00000344C

The Pokemon Movie soundtracks are all on Amazon and itunes, here are a few of the links:

Pokemon: The First Movie: http://www.amazon.com/Pokemon-First-Movie-Various-artists/dp/B00002MZ1Y/ref=sr_1_1?s=music&ie=UTF8&qid=1310591545&sr=1-1

Pokemon 3 The Ultimate Soundtrack http://www.amazon.com/Pokemon-Ultimate-Soundtrack-2001-Film/dp/B00005BGWG/ref=sr_1_2?s=music&ie=UTF8&qid=1310591545&sr=1-2

Pokemon 2.B.A. Master (TV music) http://www.amazon.com/Pokemon-2-B-Master-Various-Artists/dp/B00000JC7M/ref=sr_1_5?s=music&ie=UTF8&qid=1310591545&sr=1-5

Totally Pokemon (From the TV Series) http://www.amazon.com/Totally-Pokemon-TV/dp/B00004Y9VB/ref=sr_1_6?s=music&ie=UTF8&qid=1310591545&sr=1-6

Or do a search for them on the iTunes store. They should be on there. Only Poke album we released that will probably be hard to find is the Pokemon Live album.

Go ahead, you know you want to order it.

Oh you don't know?
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B003CTCGXK

Uhhh....apparently.

It's.......not good.

Released 1997 - Track 8

http://www.amazon.com/Space-Ghosts-Musical-Bar-B-Que-Hickory-Smoked/dp/B00000344C

I owned this CD.

It's been done

The full version is on the "Pokemon 2BA Master" CD I believe.

I remember listening to the album thinking I was the coolest kid around

2.B.A. MASTER

This was my jam when I was younger too.

It is!

https://www.amazon.ca/Songs-Key-Springfield-Simpsons/dp/B0000033Z8

It’s not online but get it before it’s a collectible

Check out the album Snack Time by Barenaked Ladies. All kids songs.