Customer Reviews

Penguin Parade

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Our five year old son loves it. However, he seems a little frustrated when he can't totally hear all the lyrics in a song, especially the Nose song. (We can't figure out what animal they are speaking of in one verse.) :-(Why are the lyrics not included? It seems like a must, especially for childrens' sakes. A lot of children may like to know exactly what is being sung/said so they can learn from it and sing along. Comprende?

The only CD for my 4-year-old that I can listen to more than a few times. Nice tunes in all kinds of styles from Beach Boys to hip hop to techno. Good eco-friendly lyrics to teach about nature, as well.

Teachers will love this CD (or anything by the Banana Slug String Band). The songs are terrific for science instruction, particularly in environmental studies, habitats, animals, and adaptation. Friendly melodies, great lyrics. My students love these songs.

I was introduced to the Banana Slug String Band via their "Slugs at Sea" CD -- an outstanding album. This CD, the 2nd one of theirs that we bought, is also good, but not quite on par with "Slugs at Sea."

My children like this CD, but it doesn't get them singing quite the way the other one did. The songs are interesting, and they have a good message about the environment.

This band shows a good range of flexibility in their musical style, lyrics, and presentation without being bogged down in pastels and fluff that often fills much of music made for children. This is a CD that my children AND I can listen to.

A fun CD to be sure, and full of good science too! I hope that Elementary school teachers out there know about this group!

Alan Holyoak

My two children (5 & 2) LOVE the Banana Slug String Band. "Penguin Parade" is a huge favorite for singalongs. The songs are widely varied and interesting, and the lyrics are clever. I appreciate the range of vocabulary, the puns, and that the songs provoke a lot of questions about animals and the environment.

We have several BSSB CD's and they are heavy favorites. Highly recommended for anyone who wants an alternative to Disney soundtracks and Raffi!

Great songs that have substance and can teach while they entertain, I really think this group is great for kids and adults alike.