They say that music has the power to soothe the savage beast, but what about a baby? This collection of rhymes and songs offers pieces ranging from the traditional “Trot Trot to Boston” to Woody Guthrie’s “Jig Along Home.” Theo Heras, well-known children’s librarian and talented performer, shares ten favorite songs and rhymes and suggests how they can be used by parents and caregivers with babies and toddlers. Vibrant illustrations by Jennifer Herbert narrate a day in the life of a baby and his quirky family. Young ones will enjoy spending time with them as they sing, clap, and bounce the day away.

This book is for anyone involved with babies, be they professional care givers, parents or extended family. Caring for a tiny baby can be unbelievably demanding. One of the simplest things to do to comfort, distract or entertain is to sing and talk to them.The songs and rhymes are mainly traditional and are suitable for children from birth to school entry. The focus in this book is on the earliest stages of development, from birth to three months, and from four to six months. This is to make it easier to find a rhyme or song that will suit what babies are doing during this period. As babies grow, the songs and rhymes in this collection can be adapted to become 'action songs' and 'fingerplays' for when they are toddlers and pre-schoolers.

A selection of rhymes, songs and stories to use in play with babies, new to two years of age. All of the activities and tips for using them show parents and caregivers how to play with their babies in ways that will promote their language, social, emotional, and intellectual development. And it's fun for both parent and child.

Dulcimer experiences, news, memories, snapshots, playing styles, tuning and tablature methods, favourite songs, opinions, advice and information on the Appalachian dulcimer.

A listing of 547 songs contained on 308 recordings for children, organized alphabetically under 170 subject headings. Includes a core list of forty-six recommendations.

A collection of nonsense rhymes, riddles, and games that the author learned while growing up in the Great Smoky Mountains.