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Track Listings
| Disc: 1 | |||
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| 1. Science Is Real | |||
| 2. Meet the Elements | |||
| 3. I Am a Paleontologist w/Danny Weinkauf | |||
| 4. The Bloodmobile | |||
| 5. Electric Car w/Robin Goldwasser | |||
| 6. My Brother the Ape | |||
| 7. What Is a Shooting Star? | |||
| 8. How Many Planets? | |||
| 9. Why Does the Sun Shine? | |||
| 10. Why Does the Sun Really Shine? | |||
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| Disc: 2 | |||
| 1. Science Is Real [video content] | |||
| 2. Meet the Elements [video content] | |||
| 3. I Am a Paleontologist w/Danny Weinkauf [video content] | |||
| 4. The Bloodmobile [video content] | |||
| 5. Electric Car w/Robin Goldwasser [video content] | |||
| 6. My Brother the Ape [video content] | |||
| 7. What Is a Shooting Star? [video content] | |||
| 8. How Many Planets? [video content] | |||
| 9. Why Does the Sun Shine? [video content] | |||
| 10. Why Does the Sun Really Shine? [video content] | |||
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Editorial Reviews
Review
Every K-5 classroom should invest in the music and DVD video of TMBG's Here Comes Science. The toe-tapping sequence of science topics presented in sight and sound has something for every grade level in the areas of physical, earth, and life sciences.
The scientific process is made clear in the kick-off song, Science is Real. Songs with influences from every decade of rock and roll will help students make meaning of tricky scientific topics such as circulation, photosynthesis, speed and velocity, and states of matter.
Additionally, the music and video help to dispel common scientific myths, as well as inspires the use of scientific inquiry at every level. Using real-world connections students can relate to, a stimulating soundtrack that educates, and eye-popping graphics that punch the point make Here Comes Science a great teaching tool.
Teachers can use the songs and video to begin a unit of study, assess prior knowledge of a topic to help plan instruction, differentiate instruction, stimulate further discussion of a topic, expose students to new concepts, and develop science vocabulary and comprehension. -- Susan Lee Poage, Kindergarten Teacher Professor of Early Childhood Education Winner of the Presidential Award for Excellence in Teaching Science and Mathematics
Product Description
This 2 disc cd+dvd set from grammy winners, they might be giants creates a new creative way for kids to learn. Here comes science, follows up their successful past two children's albums here come the abcs and grammy winner here come the 123s. With songs like electric car, photosynthesis and solid liquid gas (among others) kids will learn about science while having fun. The album features 19 songs and 19 entertaining videos!
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Most Helpful Customer Reviews
133 of 135 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
While not a kid, I am a fan of TMBG, a scientist and I love this album. There are too few songs for kids done by good musicians about some of the most wonderful things about the world around us. The videos add a level of detail without weighing down the music or the level of fun. What particularly impressed me about the album is that it is more then just a series of facts set to song. The songs "Why Does the Sun Shine?" and "Why Does the Sun Really Shine?" TMBG captures the self-correcting nature of science, while "Science is Real" and "Put it to the Test" convey that science is an active ongoing process.
I highly recommend this album to parents out there, as well as science fans of all ages.
I highly recommend this album to parents out there, as well as science fans of all ages.
76 of 78 people found the following review helpful
By J. F. Halsey
Format:Audio CD
Just got this album in today and already I'm raving about it. The songs are fun and catchy, but the real deal-closer for me was the DVD. Over 45 minutes long, every single track on the CD has an animated video, each in a different creative style, that really bring the educational part home for the younger viewers. I have a daughter who is 4, and watching her stare with rapt attention as the "bloodmobile" explained how the cardiovascular system carries oxygen, nutrients, white blood cells, hormones, and waste to the different parts of the body--and seeing that she was really getting it--is incredibly rewarding. Or "Meet the Elements"... it's a bit too advanced for a 4 year old, but I can tell that she is at least getting some groundwork laid down in the basic concepts--that everything, and everyone, is made up of the same "stuff".
As a huge "fan" of science (I read science blogs while my coworkers check out ESPN), I can't tell you how fantastic it feels to have an entire album dedicated to, *ahem*, "singing the praises" of everything from anatomy to geology, astrophysics to zoology, the Big Bang to DNA. When I was a little kid, I was a little too late for Sagan's COSMOS, but I would watch hours of this silly little HBO show called ENCYCLOPEDIA, where they did silly sketches and songs about a lot of science facts and history. I know my fascination for learning new things about the How's and Why's of the world were, in part, kindled at that early age by such educational entertainment. I can't tell you how much it thrills me to see my kids starting on the same path of knowledge and discovery.
Thank you, John and John.
As a huge "fan" of science (I read science blogs while my coworkers check out ESPN), I can't tell you how fantastic it feels to have an entire album dedicated to, *ahem*, "singing the praises" of everything from anatomy to geology, astrophysics to zoology, the Big Bang to DNA. When I was a little kid, I was a little too late for Sagan's COSMOS, but I would watch hours of this silly little HBO show called ENCYCLOPEDIA, where they did silly sketches and songs about a lot of science facts and history. I know my fascination for learning new things about the How's and Why's of the world were, in part, kindled at that early age by such educational entertainment. I can't tell you how much it thrills me to see my kids starting on the same path of knowledge and discovery.
Thank you, John and John.
27 of 27 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
I admit freely I skipped They Might Be Giants' previous children's albums, but I was drawn to "Here Comes Science" because they promised to correct the errors made in "Why Does the Sun Shine?" That, and the fact that I've been a hardcore TMBG fan for 20 years, and figured they deserved the benefit of the doubt.
"Here Comes Science" resembles any TMBG album, with catchy melodies and clever lyrics, sung in the nasal tones of John and John, along with guest shots by friends like Robin Goldwasser, who's worked with Flansburgh in Mono Puff. Truthfully, there's not a bad track on the album...my personal favorites are "I Am A Paleontologist" and "Put It to the Test," probably because these two tracks could easily fit on any TMBG album without any changes ("And all the kids who wanna see 'em/Are lining up at our museum"). These song-lessons occasionally put scientific accuracy (a good thing) at odds with song structure (a bad thing).
Of course, the album is called "Here Comes Science," so it's a good thing that the Johns are accurate. However, its reliance on sing-songy vocals (always a hallmark of TMBG, but usually more varied) makes this a minor struggle to get through on one sitting. However, for the under-10 crowd, it's easy to see both its usefulness and effectiveness. It's catchy, no doubt.
If anything, the songs on this album are better viewed in their video versions on the DVD. Not only is the animation goofy and fun, but the two Johns (in simplistic cartoon form) narrate and introduce the songs, often dropping useful facts and mnemonics to help the viewer better follow the subject matter. The DVD is consistently entertaining, fun, and educational, and therein lies the true value of this media project.
It's not your everyday TMBG release, but it's not meant to be. If you look at the album as a soundtrack to the DVD project (which I believe in many ways it was intended to be, and not vice versa), you'll enjoy it immensely. I know I did.
"Here Comes Science" resembles any TMBG album, with catchy melodies and clever lyrics, sung in the nasal tones of John and John, along with guest shots by friends like Robin Goldwasser, who's worked with Flansburgh in Mono Puff. Truthfully, there's not a bad track on the album...my personal favorites are "I Am A Paleontologist" and "Put It to the Test," probably because these two tracks could easily fit on any TMBG album without any changes ("And all the kids who wanna see 'em/Are lining up at our museum"). These song-lessons occasionally put scientific accuracy (a good thing) at odds with song structure (a bad thing).
Of course, the album is called "Here Comes Science," so it's a good thing that the Johns are accurate. However, its reliance on sing-songy vocals (always a hallmark of TMBG, but usually more varied) makes this a minor struggle to get through on one sitting. However, for the under-10 crowd, it's easy to see both its usefulness and effectiveness. It's catchy, no doubt.
If anything, the songs on this album are better viewed in their video versions on the DVD. Not only is the animation goofy and fun, but the two Johns (in simplistic cartoon form) narrate and introduce the songs, often dropping useful facts and mnemonics to help the viewer better follow the subject matter. The DVD is consistently entertaining, fun, and educational, and therein lies the true value of this media project.
It's not your everyday TMBG release, but it's not meant to be. If you look at the album as a soundtrack to the DVD project (which I believe in many ways it was intended to be, and not vice versa), you'll enjoy it immensely. I know I did.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
One of the best kids albums we own
My kindergartner and second grader love They might be giants. I have often found that the typical albums have one or two songs that are great but the rest are merely ok. Read more
Published 6 days ago by Avid reader
3.0 out of 5 stars
Busy
Adults on car trips will appreciate mixing it up with a sing-song CD containing cerebral concepts but the 5 and 3 y.o. aren't that taken with it [yet?].
Published 25 days ago by Katrina Newbury
5.0 out of 5 stars
My son loves it!
We got this for our son for his birthday. He's listened to it everyday since, and he loves the dvd that's included. I love that these guys write music that actually teaches also.
Published 1 month ago by hollydolly
5.0 out of 5 stars
Intelligent subject matter, great music, and inspiring videos
My three year old loves this video. He sings along with all the songs and we are able to discuss the subject matter. I even enjoy the music.
Published 1 month ago by LadyLJ
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great album for kids and parents
I'm a TMBG fan, and thought my 4-year old daughter was ready for some fun science education. She loves it and mom and I enjoy it too.
Published 1 month ago by Jonathan Courter
5.0 out of 5 stars
Awesome!
My son loves it and listens to the CD each night before bed! Look for HERE COMES ABC'S TOO! GREAT FUN AND WONDERFUL LEARNING TOOL! Read more
Published 1 month ago by Natalie S Gavalas
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great catchy tunes
Great array of educational and catchy tunes with solid educational content that isn't typical of many of today's songs. Read more
Published 1 month ago by A. Wiersch
5.0 out of 5 stars
A Favorite Kids CD
The songs are catchy and fun although easy to listen to for kids and adults alike. It is a good way to expose kids to science vocabulary words.
Published 1 month ago by Madam Librarian
5.0 out of 5 stars
My six year old begs to hear this cd
This is full of catchy science-focused songs that appeal to both kids and adults. There are songs covering astronomy, biology, energy, and even computer-aided design. Read more
Published 1 month ago by LMS
4.0 out of 5 stars
Fun songs about real things
This is an album with a bunch of catchy songs that goes beyond the typical kids' album in terms of content.
Published 1 month ago by Barrett Dillow
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