Little Golden Records brings back a tune of nostalgia

by Stephanie Mayers | Entertainment + Media

The world of children’s music has come a long way, baby. I definitely grew up in simpler times, lying on my bedroom floor listening to record-album recordings of my favorite stories. While it’s incredible to have such diverse offerings for our kids today,...

Spruce up your holiday CD collection with the new releases from some of kindie’s favorites

by Christina Refford | Entertainment + Media

As much as I love the holidays, hearing Christmas music in stores and on the car radio since Halloween has squashed my desire for another spin of Grandma Got Run Over By A Reindeer. Luckily, like a surprise from Santa’s elves, three of kindie’s biggest and...

A wonderful new lullaby CD for moms tired of Brahms…or just plain tired

by Christina Refford | Entertainment + Media

Stocking-stuffer alert for the sleep-deprived: I’m used to listening to Justin Roberts’ songs with the kids in the car, with the volume turned up more than halfway. In my opinion, he is one of the best at sing-along choruses, clever wordplay, and...

This just in: The top kids’ CD’s of 2012 as announced by Fids and Kamily

by Christina Refford | Entertainment + Media

Just in time for holiday shopping, Fids and Kamily has released their Top 15 Kids CD’s of 2012 this morning. Which means that you now have a bunch of great gift ideas for every kid on your list that you won’t mind listening to either. You’re welcome....

A coloring book as lovely as the little girl behind it

by Stephanie Mayers | Uncategorized

If you don’t know Elizabeth Mitchell’s music, you’re missing something special. She invokes a vibe of simple joy that’s been part of our daily soundtrack as a family for the past few years. Daniel, Elizabeth’s husband, and...

Because retro rocks: vintage concert tees for hip kids

by Shari | Kid Style

Okay, I’ll admit it: I’m probably the least cool parent there is when it comes to music. I did have a brief David Bowie-loving phase, but other than that hip hiccup, my tastes tend more towards maudlin musical theater and 1970s story songs. Which is why I...

Wishing for a great kids’ CD? Throw a Penny in the Wishing Well

by Christina Refford | Entertainment + Media

My singing voice is best kept in the shower. But that didn’t stop me from singing to my kids when they were younger, though I’d usually do it along with the lovelier voices of Laurie Berkner, Frances England, and Charlie Hope. (I think my kids appreciated...

Annie the Musical is back on Broadway! The sun is out, people.

by Liz Gumbinner | Entertainment + Media

I am old enough to remember the original Annie on Broadway, starring Andrea McArdle. That show had me and a zillion other little girls dreaming of living in a mansion with a swimming pool and a cute dog–although maybe keeping our own parents. So when I heard...

We’re grooving on Ozomatli’s rockin’ new album for kids

by Eva Glettner | Entertainment + Media

Eighteen years of rocking out plus a Grammy win thrown in for good measure, makes Ozomatli a band for the ages. Yet as big as they’ve become, the band still rocks a happy home-grown vibe. And their latest venture is a kids’ album every bit as awesome as...

Sugar-free ways to keep kids busy on Halloween

by Cool Mom Team | DIY

Trick-or-treating is still hours away and my kids are already talking nonstop about Halloween candy. So to help maintain a bit of my own sanity today, I’ve rounded up a few ways to keep my kids busy and entertained until the evening rolls around. Here’s...