Ranny's Picks for New Parents!

Provides an opportunity for parents to interact with their babies by combining specific step-by-step exercises and guided professional instruction with entertaining visuals and sounds. Promotes proper physical development in babies.... more

Ranny's Pick! Great DVD for new parents. Even if you think you know how to interact with your baby - this will give you new ideas for exercises to do with your newborn to 3-months-old baby that you hadn't thought of before. And, it lets you know what's appropriate and what isn't.

Provides an opportunity for parents to interact with their babies by combining specific step-by-step exercises and guided professional instruction with entertaining visuals and sounds. Promotes proper physical development in babies.... more

Ranny's Pick! I think this is an awesome DVD that I wouldn't hesitate giving as a gift to a new parent. As a former dancer, I thought I understood movement, but I was enchanted by the selection of movement exercises this offers. It really does a great job of letting you know what's appropriate and what isn't. this is my favorite new find for new parents!!

Pink pigs, orange tractors and green grasshoppers introduce your child to the world of colors. Original music soundtrack! Includes interactive games: build "colors" characters on your home computer, on TV, or choose a colored box and see what's inside! P... more

Ranny's Pick! OK, I confess, I'm a real So Smart fan. These are really well done DVDs, perfect for your early learner. Simple. Straightforward. Uncomplicated. And, kids really enjoy them. My grandson was a So Smart fan until he was three.

SPANISH LANGUAGE VERSION. VHS ONLY. An inspirational tale of a plain caterpillar who longs to be more. Hermie tries to imitate other insects with no success. After each failed attempt, he asks God for guidance and the result is an amazing transformation.... more

Ranny's Pick! Hermie, in Spanish, for Spanish speaking children or those who are learning another language.

Includes:
Click, Clack, Moo Cows That Type and More Fun on the Farm ( DVD) $14.95
Is Your Mama A Llama? And More Stories about Growing UP DVD) $14.95
Snowy Day, and More Ezra Jack Keats Storie (DVD) $14.95
Value = $44.85... more

Ranny's Pick! "Introduce your child to books by using DVDs to accompany your reading. It works!."

These songs focus on things that are important for little people to learn and practice in their families, pre-school and day-care. There are 8 original songs, each is repeated once to minimize interruptions. The songs are fun to sing and the accompanying... more

Ranny's Pick! Highly recommended. Great selections for 2 to 7-year-olds.

Includes: The Snow Queen & The Wild Swans (see details) $9.95
People (see details) $12.95
Value=$22.90... more

Ranny's Pick! "Another great collection of children's favorite stories, from Noah's Ark to People, based on Peter Spier's People of the World, every one of these is a real winner and worthy of considering for your evergreen collection."

Compilation of favorite Girl Scout campfire songs.... more

Ranny's Pick! Kathy Byers is a long-time KIDS FIRST! performer who has sung at several of our east coast Film Festivals. If you've been a Grl Scout, you'll recognize these songsand if your daughter is one now, you'll want to share them with her.

Exposes children to early developing sounds and words, as well as introducing them to simple sign language. A 12-step tutorial at the end provides caregivers with ideas to encourage language development.... more

Ranny's Pick! The best part of this DVD, in my estimation is the end portion which gives a mini lesson on babies' language development. Although we played this for some babies, who were marginally attentive, I feel the strength of this DVD is in it's appeal to parents.

Using animation and nursery songs, Spanish-speaking hosts introduce infants to the Spanish language.... more

Ranny's Pick! I've already confessed to being a So Smart fan and here's a perfect Spanish language version. If you want your baby to be bi-lingual, you couldn't find anything better than this for infacts up to age 3.

All the original Brainy Baby songs that children enjoy singing along to on one CD. Includes: "26 Letters," "Name Your Shapes," and others. Reinforces ideas and behaviors such as manners, seasons, and numbers.... more

Ranny's Pick! Includes: 1. ABC's; I Spy Something..; 3. Body In Motion; 4. Listen!; 5. Old MacDonald;6. Mind Your Manners; 7. Name Your Shapes; 8. Counting To Twenty; 9. Bingo;10. Seasons Change; 11. 26 Letters

Thirty well known and not-so-well known traditional nursery rhymes are put to dance. Little Miss Muffet is on pointe and Peter Piper is a very hip hopper. How about tap dancing to It's Raining It's Pouring? With the camera focused on legs and feet, it's ... more

Ranny's Pick! Receives George Foster Peabody Award. "'Nursery Tap, Hip to Toe' is delightfully different; this collection of 30 well-known - and not-so-well-known - nursery rhymes introduces children to a full range of the performing arts," stated the Peabody Foundation. "The spoken word and the physicality of dance combine to offer an enchanting learning experience for the young - and not so young."

Wai Lana combines ancient yoga relaxation techniques and quiet music to bring a deep sense of calm and inner balance to children. Whether your kids are too active or just need to rest, the Daydream CD will introduce them to the benefits of yoga. includes... more

Ranny's Pick! With ADD and ADHD rates increasing in the United States over the past decade, it is important to find ways to help children achieve a state of balance and relaxation, without a prescription. —Montana Parent, August/September 2004

Miss Lori shows her young friends and viewers several different finger plays to encourage fine motor skills development. Includes B-I-N-G-0, I'm A Little Teapot, and Where Is Thumbkin?... more

Ranny's Pick! Dear Miss Lori: One of our Juror's has a 4 yr. old daughter who has your voice down to a tee. She walks around the office singing the finger plays, sounding just like "Miss Lori" She is very taken with the Video! Way to go! Ranny Levy - Founder / President

Make bedtime fun with Peggy Rathmann's magical and giggly tale. Narrated by Anthony Edwards. Contains popular book-based videos of Happy Birthday Moon, Good Night Gorilla, How Do Dinosaurs Say Good Night and more.... more

Ranny's Pick! ALA Notable Recordings Committee: “Anthony Edwards' relaxed pace allows for plenty of time to pore over the illustrations and savor the many variations of Brahms' Lullaby woven through the recording.”

This compilation of original songs by Kathy Byers is intended for children and caregivers alike with each playback and performance.... more

Ranny's Pick! Kathy Byers, as a new children's artist, brings her multi-talents to the stage with a "very refreshing voice" and a "wonderful grasp of words" in her songwriting, her fans say. She truly envelops her young audiences with songs "extremely sensitive to the lives of children" and music "most pleasant for adults to hear." She is the Director of the children's choir at Ogden Church in Chatham, New Jersey where she resides with her husband Jim and 8 year-old son Matthew - who provides her inspiration to write, produce and perform CHILDREN'S SONGS!

A collection of nine songs interspersed with dialogue between singer Kitty Gill and imaginary character, Pixie Sage. Songs address experiences that children often don't have words for, such as anger, fear, sleeplessness, and love. Includes one song in Fr... more

Ranny's Pick! Really wonderful music and Kitty's singing is quite compelling. I promise that you will enjoy this. Includes: 1. I Can't Sleep; 2. It's Okay to be Angry; 3. Tree; 4. Secret Door; 5. Just Use Words; 6. Horse and Me; 7. The Magic of Love; 8. Lundi Matin; 9. Carry Me Home; 10. I Love You

Chants are sounds, words or phrases repeated or sung over and over in rhythmic patterns. There is a fine line between spoken chants and songs and this production, a collection of 36 traditional and original chants from around the world, blurs that line.... more

Ranny's Pick! "This collection of chants is very multi-cultural and fun. Kid get the opportunity to hear chants and songs they'd never hear anywhere else."

Kids of all ages will find pure enjoyment celebrating Chanuka & Passover at Bubbe's (beloved grandmother). Join in a joyful romp with a host of colorful muppet-like characters. There is Anton the bully, who insists on having things his way, Rhino, who "h... more

Ranny's Pick! This is a wonderful compilation to share with your children or grandchildren. It teaches the history of these two Jewish holidays in a fun and enjoyable way.

Introduces the listener to Kwanzaa's seven principles using a collection of original songs sung by both children and adults. Conveys positive messages in simple, illustrative and inclusive language.... more

Ranny's Pick! We have reviewed many titles about Kwanzaa and without a doubt, the information contained in this audio CD is the best that we found. Its accuracy was tested by one of our jurors whose master's thesis was on Kwanzaa. When she approved it, I knew that it met the test.