Audio of the Week:<p/>Two Little Sounds: Fun with Phonics and Numbers.
RSSFrom SLJ April 2004
Cynthia Grabke, Thayer Public Library, Braintree, MA -- School Library Journal, 03/26/2004
1 CD. 1:12 hrs. with lyrics/activities. Hap-Pal Music (www.happalmer.com). 2003, 2004 release. #HP 114 CD859. $15.95.
PreS-Gr 3
- Hap Palmer continues to excel in the field of music and movement because of his ability to mesh educational lyrics with a variety of musical styles that maintain a high entertainment value. In this sequel to One Little Sound (Aug. 2002, p. 81), songs introduce phonetic and numerical concepts in an engaging way. There are 18 songs in a variety of musical styles such as swing, pop, polka, marches, and calypso. Many of the songs are original, but Palmer also adapts popular songs to extend their educational content, such as using "Down by the Bay" to introduce orchestra instruments. Among the songs are "My Ramblin' Cat," "The One That Doesn't Rhyme," "Ten Monkeys in a Tree," "We Discover Number Patterns," "The English Language Gets a Little Kooky," "Five Pennies Make a Nickel," and "Apples, Bananas, Peaches, Tomatoes." The catchy songs and fun activities are sure to help children improve their math and reading skills. Two Little Sounds is equally suitable for home, storytime, or classroom use. Whether for pure entertainment or for extending lessons, it is sure to be a hit.
