The 10 Best Kids' CDs of 2010
Which albums for kids really rocked this year? Here's the top ten list of children's CDs from commonsensemedia.org.
By Kourtney Eidam from Parents Magazine
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Everyone Loves to Dance
By Aaron Nigel Smith
With hip, upbeat versions of "Simon Says," "This Little Piggy," and more, kids will dance from start to finish. (2 years+, $14)
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A Family Album
By The Verve Pipe
The mainstream band tries its hand at children's music -- and succeeds with an eclectic mix of rock, folk, and pop. (4 years+, $14)
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The Final Funktier
By Recess Monkey
While grooving along with your kiddos to these funky tunes from these rockin' elementary-school teachers, you'll forget that it's a children's album. (2 years+, $15)
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Yo Gabba Gabba! Music Is Awesome! Vol. 2
This funky-fun album is unlike any other kids' music today -- or ever. Parents will enjoy retro tunes from the likes of Weezer -- and knowing there's a lesson for their kids in every groove. (2 years+, $13)
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We Did It!
By Dora the Explorer
The greatest hits from the show are fantastico for little fans, and the CD gets a more mature sound with help from guests like Shakira. (2 years+, $9)
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Best of Hullabaloo
This outstanding kiddie-folk album is as good as it gets when it comes to children's music that both kids and parents can agree on. (2 years+, free at bestofhullabaloo.bandcamp.com)
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The Best of the Laurie Berkner Band
Fans of this Nick Jr. regular will enjoy 20 tracks full of Berkner's unique brand of musical faves. (2 years+, $10)
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Jungle Gym
By Justin Roberts
The indie-rock veteran hits it out of the park with his new album, which celebrates the magic of childhood. (4 years+, $16)
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Rock & Roll Playground
By Putumayo Kids
You and your children can shake, rattle, and roll to classic rock-type songs from some of today's best kids' musicians, including Dan Zanes and Uncle Rock. (2 years+, $16)
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Sesame Street: Old School, Vol. 1: 1969-1974
In honor of the show's 40th anniversary, this generous three-CD set features some of the best-known tunes from the cast who started the series. Warning: There's no Elmo. (2 years+, $22)
Originally published in the December 2010 issue of Parents magazine.
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