Choosy is not just a character… he's a movement! This little green alien is on a mission to stop childhood obesity in its tracks. How? By educating kids in healthy behavior. Of course, for kids to be engaged, there has to be something to capture their attention - in this case, it is energetic, trendy music that borrows from the kind of musical styles they regularly hear on the radio, like electronic pop and hip-hop. Nestled between those beats and breaks are lyrics about choosing food wisely, empowerment in one's dietary decisions, and several songs that encourage kids to get their butts off the couch and move. Kids pick up many of their good and bad habits early in life, so Choosy's message is to help kids learn the value of healthy living now, so that as they grow, they will be fit for their future.

Get ready to set sail to the magical island of Elska! The project of singer/actress Shelley Wollert, Elska is a cute, effervescent character who lives on a secret volcanic island in the Arctic, filled with wondrous friends just waiting to be met. At its core, the music of Elska bears a candy-coated electropop style that marries the quirkiness of Bjork with the dreamy pop of Saint Etienne. Perky keyboard tones and bubbly rhythms bop along while Wollert's wispy smooth vocals give the music a fluffy sweetness, like musical cotton candy. Her lyrics, mostly detailing Elska's fun adventures on the chilly island, are incredibly catchy and quickly stick in your mind. An adorable album, kids will find themselves for more time with Winter Bear, Arctic Fox and their guide Elska.

Folk music icon Ellis Paul returns to the realm of children's music with another album of clever, educational music for children. THE HERO IN YOU is an inspiring musical look at figures whose contributions have shaped society, and a reminder to children that everyone has it within themselves to be a hero. Paul focuses on a diverse roster of public figures that includes baseball star Jackie Robinson, painter Georgia O'Keefe, dancer Martha Graham, civil rights activist Rosa Parks, Albert Einstein and many others. Each song features colorful lyrics that pair catchy refrains with a history lesson about the focal figure, discussing their background, the events that led to their noteworthy achievement or the personal qualities that gave them the drive to persevere. The music differs with each song, though folk and rock elements are prominent throughout, with some contemporary beats and a strong dose of acoustic guitar.

With over 14 awards to their name and scores of young listeners cheering them on, Alex & the Kaleidoscope Band keep on trucking with another album of rockin' kids music. With songs like "Tyrannosaurus" and "Kangaroo!," there's clearly a lot of area to have some fun, and this album certainly makes good on that suggestion. Lead singer Alex Mitnick's warm, low-toned voice leads the way through ten delightfully delirious songs that pair rock with folk-pop sensibilities, a touch of reggae and nods to world music. "Dino Dig" is an example of all these influences blended together - the excavation themed ditty has a bubbly Afro-pop style rhythm with upbeat pop and rock elements. Another highlight, the warmly acoustic "Water Lily," pairs a light reggae beat with a theme of tranquility, utilizing the Tibetan mantra "Om Mane Padme Hum" at one point in the song.

With her effervescent kindie pop tunes and her silky singing voice, Bari Koral is certain to be a hit with your pre-K child. A former indie singer/songwriter with a following on the college circuit, Koral realized that her characteristic folk-rock sound could be a hit with younger audiences. Her intuition was correct, as this album - ROCK AND ROLL GARDEN was an award-winning hit (Parents' Choice, NAPPA Gold) that prompted the New York Post to dub her the "Sheryl Crow for kids." The songs here are simple yet infectious, with lyrics about animals, friendship, colors and exploring sound. Koral is joined by bandmates Dred Scott (bass, piano, organ), Eric Halverson (rhythm) and Dave Phelps (guitar), who aid her in creating a bouncey, bubbly sound that is both parents and kids will find endearing.

Over the last decade, English rock band Muse had become a force of nature, filling concert halls and radio waves with their infectious, epic anthems. You newborn may just be a Muse fan in training… they just need a more palatable form of the music that's better suited to their tender ears. Rockabye Baby's "Lullaby Renditions of Muse" is the answer, featuring a dozen of the band's hits in lullaby format. That means that songs like "Resistance," "Time is Running Out," "Uprising" and "Knights of Cydonia" are re-imagined with softer instruments, like bells, xylophone, guitar and mellotron. The melodies are still very recognizable, just presented in a more peaceful, instrumental manner.

USA Today called Justin Roberts "The Paul McCartney of Children's Music" and one listen to his album LULLABY reveals why. His rich, yet mellow voice, his relaxed delivery, a penchant for melodic folk-pop arrangements - all of these factors come together to create a persona that regards children with respect and intelligence, while reveling in the occasional bit of whimsy. LULLABY features ten songs on the soft side designed for the latter half of the day when you want your child to settling down because bedtime is coming soon. Songs like "Polar Bear" and "a Wild One" are cute and catchy, yet with a breezy serenity that is hypnotic. "Count Them As They Go," is likewise endearing lyrically and vocally, as Roberts gently sings of counting sheep amidst cascading piano, strings and faint percussion. Parents will enjoy this release as well for its wistful reflection on childhood.

Join Music for Little People in their 25th Anniversary celebration with this special collection of 100 favorite songs for toddlers at a very special price. An award winning group of adult and child singers are joined by topnotch studio musicians playing electric guitars, saxophones, banjos, and percussion with styles ranging from rock 'n' roll and country to gospel and folk music. This high-energy music will tickle toddlers and their older playmates and inspire family sing-alongs and dance parties! 3 CDs, 100 songs. Includes: "The Wheels on the Bus," "Frere Jacques," "Where is Thumbkin?," "I'm a Little Teapot," "Happy Birthday To You," "Farmer in the Dell," "Muffin Man," "ABCs," "Be Kind to Your Web Footed Friends," "The Ants Go Marching," "Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star," and dozens more! (Ages 2-7).

A simple collection of 66 easy to follow and fun to learn nursery rhyme classics. Ideal for the home or car, this double CD also includes a FREE exciting and engaging activity pull-out with puzzles and coloring book to keep the little ones entertained.

Disney's classic songs and melodies have long been a source of enchantment for listeners of all ages. Songs like "When You Wish Upon A Star" and "A Dream Is a Wish Your Heart Makes" are beautiful and tender, with a wistful dreaminess that sparks the imagination. DISNEY BABY LULLABY, based on older (now out of print) Disney lullaby albums, features a set of early childhood favorites that are perfect for sending a child into slumber. Besides the aforementioned Disney tunes (as well as others), the album features songs like "Brahm's Lullaby," "All the Pretty Little Horses," "Sleep Little Child" and others. The instrumentation is soft and light, with gentle keyboards and acoustic instrumentation as well as gentle vocals.

What little girl doesn't dream of being a princess? Disney's new animated television series (and accompanying TV movie) Sofia the First features a young girl who gets her wish. Sofia's mother just married a king, and now Sofia must be trained on how to be a princess… with the help of some beloved veterans like Cinderella, Belle, Ariel and Tiana. This soundtrack features a variety of songs from the series, sung by Sofia and her new friends like Cedric, Clover and Amber. Kids, particularly little girls, adore the Disney princesses, and this soundtrack ties into that love with catchy, singable songs and character voices.

J.M. Barrie's story of Peter Pan - the boy who never wanted to grow up, became one of Disney's most prized animated features. The adventures of Peter, Wendy, John and Michael in Neverland - which included game-playing with the Lost Boys, swimming withy mermaids and thwarting the evil Captain Hook, truly captures the theme of wishes coming true that is so prevalent in Disney's stories and features. This edition of "Songs and Story" features a re-telling of the Disney version of PETER PAN, as well as several of the original songs from the film - "Main Title (The Second Star to the Right)/All This Has Happened Before," "You Can Fly! You Can Fly! You Can Fly!," "Following the Leader" and "Your Mother and Mine." Includes original character voices and sound effects.

Esteemed soprano Yvette Lewis has a reputation for excellence within the opera community; she has performed with the Washington Opera, the Opera Theater of Northern Virginia and the Baltimore Symphony (among many others), and performs at over 200 schools a year. With this musical project, Lewis shines a spotlight on the joys of opera music by setting classic fairy tales to music. Kids will be catching "The Gingerbread Man" as Lewis sweetly sings the story of the animated cookie who high-tails it out of the kitchen and sets off on an adventure across the countryside. Next, Lewis gets it "just right" with a fun adaptation of "The Three Bears." In both cases, Lewis' voice is joined by a soundtrack of jazzy rhythms and upbeat instrumentation.

Everybody's talking about Super Why! The reason is simple: fun music, exciting characters and a unique world inspired by fairy tale. The computer animated series follows Whyatt Beanstalk and his group of fairytale friends, who wield the power of reading to solve problems of their neighbors. Each episode is themed after a specific fairy tale character ("Hansel and Gretel," "Jack and the Beanstalk," "Sleeping Beauty," etc), making the stories familiar and enjoyable. This full length soundtrack features Whyatt, Pig, Princess Pea and Little Red Riding Hood with songs from the show that kids will immediately recognize. Included are "Super Readers to the Rescue!," "The Power to Read," "You've Got the Power," "So Long" and more favorites from the show, all featuring wildly upbeat pop-style arrangements that will energize kids and promote a love for reading and learning.

If you watch the Disney Channel, you've probably seen Choo Choo Soul. This trendy, hip-hop duo features train conductor Genevieve Goings and beatboxer/railroad engineer Constantine "DC" Abramson entertaining kids with their fun music. More recently, they've been giving classic Disney favorites a Choo Choo Soul twist in their kid-friendly urban style. Those and more are featured on this CD offering. Kids know the words to songs like "Under the Sea," "Hakuna Matada," "Be Our Guest" and "The Bear Necessities," so singing along with these pumped up themes will be simple and effortless. The band have a unique look and approach to kids music that is trendy and memorable, and these recreations of Disney classics make the songs even more timely for today's kids.