All About Me: a First Look at Baby. Baby BumbleBee, $26.95 (DVD format, 30 minutes)

All About Me introduces infants and toddlers to their own bodies. This delightful exploration of more than 20 body parts features kids, songs and fun. For ages 6 months to 2 years

Alphabet Phonics & Fun. Baby BumbleBee, $22.95 (DVD format, 60 minutes plus interactive games)

A lively and entertaining introduction to the ABCs, performed by kids — for kids. For ages 1 to 5 years.

Baby Sign Language Basics: Early Communication for Hearing Babies and Toddlers. Monta Briant, $14.95

Make sign language a part of everyday life with young children. Includes over 300 ASL signs, songs and family demonstrations.

Baby's First Steps in French: Newborn to 2 Years. Erika Levy, Book & CD, $21.95 (also available in Spanish, Chinese and Italian)

"Baby's First Steps in French is a great way to invigorate babies' minds and give them an extra edge for learning down the line. Created by an expert in linguistics, this program is based on well-known and proven principles of language development in young children. Babies and toddlers have a natural gift for languages. They learn them effortlessly and, unlike adults, they can make the sounds of any language in the world. The audio CD surrounds babies with the sounds of French through soothing lullabies, songs, rhymes, words, and phrases. The accompanying book for parents is entertaining, informative and explains exactly what's going on in their baby's head. Best of all, the program is easy and relaxing — perfect for new parents with so little time (and energy) to spare. Key features includes a 60-minute audio CD, 80-page book and 16-page lyric sheet."

The Best of Raffi: the Millennium Collection. Raffi, $12.99

Bullies Are a Pain in the Brain DVD. Trevor Romain, $43.95 Grades 2-8, 25 minutes

Strategies for helping bullies, targets and bystanders and the secrets for becoming bully-proof!

BumbleBee’s 123s: a Two Volume Math and Counting Video Set. Baby BumbleBee, $31.95 (DVD format, 60 minutes plus interactive games)

An early introduction to number concepts, BumbleBee’s 123s covers all the number basics using an engaging interactive teaching method. For ages 6 months and up.

A Chair for My Mother and Other Stories: a Vera Williams Audio Collection. Performed by Martha Plimpton, $17.99 (ages 3-8)

Five unabridged stories from children’s author Vera B. Williams.

A Children’s Ceilidh: Celtic Songs, Stories & Rhymes. Carol Ashton, $18.50 CD

This delightful CD is a collection of Celtic songs, stories and rhymes suitable for children ages 3 to 6 from both Irish and Scottish traditions.

Cliques, Phonies & Other Baloney DVD. Trevor Romain, $43.95 Grades 2-8, 25 minutes

Being one of the cool kids may not always be what it seems. This animated and live-action DVD helps students to identify cliques, build self confidence and the importance of staying true to ourselves.

Down at the Sea Hotel. $22.99 (14-song CD with a 40-page hardcover illustrated book)

Dream songs by legends including Neil Young, Tom Waits, Don Henley, Mary Chapin Carpenter, Gord Downie, Bruce Cockburn and Billy Joel as performed by roots music artists Eliza Gilkyson, John Gorka, Guy Davis, Lucy Kaplansky, Lynn Miles and The Wailin’ Jennys.

Dream Songs Night Songs, from Belgium to Brazil. $22.99 Music CD & Storybook

A lovely collection of lullabies from around the world, sung in the language of origin; plus an illustrated bedtime story – in French, English, and Spanish – about an imaginary journey to unknown lands.

Dream Songs, Night Songs 2 (dodo la planète do 2), Book/Music CD, $24.99

Original dream songs from far away — South Africa, Japan, Poland, Spain, Mali — performed in their original language by Montréal artists Paul Kunigis, Juan-José Carranza, Mary Fujiwara Burke, Sylva Balassanian, and the groups Hart-Rouge and H'Sao. The hardcover book that accompanies the CD is enchantingly illustrated by Sylvie Bourbonnièrre.

A Duck in New York. Story and Songs by Connie Kaldor, $24.99

Connie Kaldor's delightful storybook and CD with original lyrics and French translations just picked up a Juno award!

Father Sun & Mother Moon: Soulful Songs for Children CD. Leah Salomaa, $18.95

Another artfully made CD that both parent and child will cherish. Songs for Home & Family, Play and Dreamtime in a beautiful balance of Celtic, Country, Folk and Pop sounds. Look out for track #2...great for shakin' your way through the chores!

50 Toddler Sing-Along Songs. $11.99

Familiar songs and rhymes for toddlers on 2 CDs, along with lyric sheets and activities.

Here Comes Mr. Bear! With Sally & Erika. $18.50 CD

New from Sally Jaeger and Erika Webster!  As your child grows, so does the need to play with language. Sally & Erika share rhymes, fingerplays and stories to nurture your child’s love of language and build listening skills. Includes a PDF with lyrics and fingerplays.

Here We Go Round the Mulberry Bush. Sophie Fatus & Fred Penner, $11.99

Sing and read along with Fred Penner as you follow four children from different countries, each getting ready for school.

I Can Relax! A Relaxation CD for Children. Donna Pincus, $16.95 (ages 4-12)

Almost any child can benefit from having the skill of relaxation. Now your child can experience a guided relaxation training session, and will learn specific relaxation skills that he or she can use anywhere. Written by Dr. Donna Pincus, creator of The Child Anxiety Network, the "I Can Relax!" CD focuses on teaching children relaxation skills while also promoting positive self-image.

I Like to Rise: Family Folk Songs. Sung by Leah Salomaa. CD, $18.95

With fun, long-popular folk songs like "Rock a My Soul", "Kookaburra", "Aiken Drum" and more, this wonderful CD is a hit with young children and their parents alike.

Indigo Dreams Garden of Wellness CD. Lori Lite, $17.95 Ages 5-10

Two children’s stories plus three practice tracks designed to decrease stress, anxiety and anger while increasing self-esteem and self-awareness.

Lilly’s Big Day and Other Stories. Kevin Henkes, $18.95 CD

Nine beloved mouse tales are brought to life in this 1 hour, unabridged CD performed by Richard Thomas and Christine Ebersole.

• A Weekend with Wendell
• Sheila Rae, the Brave
• Julius, the Baby of the World
• Chrysanthemum
• Lilly’s Purple Plastic Purse
• Wemberley Worried
• Lilly’s Big Day
• Chester’s Way
• Owen

"Where does your napkin go? Do you have to share all your toys? What's the proper way to tell someone they have a phone call? Why should you raise your hand in school? Is it okay to double-dip a chip? Kids will laugh and learn as they play along with friendly and humorous host Willy Dooright in this hilarious game show "Look Mom, I Have Good Manners". Interactive, fun and entertaining, Look Mom, I Have Good Manners shows viewers that manners are more than just a bunch of stuffy, boring rules. The program demonstrates manners are a guide to help people get along with each other through simple-kindness, consideration, respect and common sense."

Lullaby Berceuse: a Warm Prairie Night. Story and songs by Connie Kaldor & Carmen Campagne, illustrated by Brian Deines, $22.99 (Storybook and CD)

This beautiful collection of lullabies has been a favourite at Parentbooks since we first heard the cassette many years ago. These hauntingly sweet songs, in English and French, are sure to soothe restless wee ones, day or night. Connie Kaldor’s low soothing voice blends beautifully with Carmen Campagne’s crisp higher tones in this bilingual award-winning classic of original sleepy time songs. The13-song CD comes with a 36-page hardcover illustrated book, musical charts, illustrations and lyrics on the disc (PDF files). CD only $16.98

Lullabies & LapRhymes™ with Sally & Erika. $19.95 CD

Listen and play along with Sally and Erika as they share ways to say and play rhymes and songs with your baby and toddler. Portable, practical fun for parents, grandparents, caregivers — everyone who enjoys playtime with young children.

Lullaby Classics, Volume 2. Baby Einstein CD, $7.90

Bedtime favorites for soothing children to sleep.

Mamma Yamma and Friends. CD, $22.95

Welcome to Mamma's Kitchen! Mamma Yamma and Friends features performances by puppet pals Captain Claw, Saumon de Champlain as well as much-loved Kids’ Canada host Patty Sullivan. Special guests include The Barenaked Ladies, Ron Sexsmith, Sarah Harmer, Bedouin Soundclash and the Great Lakes Swimmers. With many fun tunes like "When You've Got to Go", Mamma Yamma and Friends is destined to become a preschool favourite for many years to come.

My First Mozart. Baby BumbleBee, $13.50 (CD, 60 minutes)

The music of Mozart selected for little listeners.

Nancy Cassidy’s Kids Songs. Nancy Cassidy, produced by Ken Whiteley, $29.99

Two CD’s and a sing-along songbook of award-winning music for kids and their grown-ups. Music to jump, dance, make mud pies and swing from a jungle gym by!

Once Upon a Potty for Her. Alona Frankel, DVD $17.99; Book $7.99

Once Upon a Potty for Him. Alona Frankel, DVD $17.99; Book $7.99

The DVD is a fully animated version of the best-selling toilet-training book featuring an original sing-along potty song.

A Poodle in Paris. Story and songs by Connie Kaldor, illustrated by Fil & Julie, $22.99. Book & CD

The delightful story of La Grande Fifi, a dog who calls Paris home, and her many friends. The beautifully illustrated book comes with a 12-song CD, plus PDF files with original lyrics and musical arrangements.

Putumayo Kids Presents: Asian Dreamland. CD, $13.95

Putumayo Kids Presents: Dreamland World Lullabies. CD, $13.95

Putumayo Kids Presents: French Playground. CD, $13.95

Putumayo Kids Presents: Latin Playground. CD, $13.95

Putumayo Kids Presents: African Playground. CD, $13.95

Putumayo Kids Presents: European Playground. CD, $13.95

Putumayo Kids Presents: Hawaiian Playground. CD, $13.95

Putumayo Kids Presents: New Orleans Playground. CD, $13.95

Putumayo Kids Presents: Reggae Playground. CD, $13.95

African Dreamland CD. Putumayo Kids Presents, $13.95

Enchanting, calming songs and lullabies for relaxation and sweet dreams.

Folk Playground. Putumayo Kids, $13.95 CD

Putumayo Kids presents another fun CD, featuring songs from many of America’s leading children’s musicians and other well-known folk singers. The CD contains liner notes in English, French, Spanish and German.

Sesame Street Playground: Songs and Videos from around the World. Putumayo Kids Presents, $13.95 CD & DVD

Meet the US and international Sesame Street characters through their fun songs and music videos.

World Playground: a Musical Adventure for Kids. Putumayo World Music, $13.95 (CD)

World Playground takes kids and their families on an inspiring musical and cultural journey around the world. Guaranteed to make you feel good!

Reggae for Kids: a Collection of Music for Kids of All Ages! $17.99

Rolling Along. The Funky Mamas, $17.95 CD

Five musical mamas plus a collection of 16 original and traditional songs equals tons of fun.

Sally Go Round the Sun: Songs and Lullabies from the Parent-Child Mother Goose Program. Kathy Reid-Naiman, $18.50 CD

Sally Go Round the Moon: Quiet Songs and Lullabies from the Parent-Child Mother Goose Program. Kathy Reid-Naiman, $18.50 CD

A purely delightful mix of new and familiar songs, featuring Kathy Reid-Naiman and guest performers like Ken Whitely, Chris Whitely, Anne Lindsay, Anne Lederman, Bucky Berger and many more.

Sing the Cold Winter Away: Family Songs for Wintertime. Kathy Reid-Naiman, $18.50 CD

Sing the Cold Winter Away is a collection of wintertime songs for the family to share. There are songs about snow, family gatherings, Chanukah, Christmas, the Winter Solstice and New Year’s Eve. This recording encompasses many aspects of Kathy’s performances, from early childhood music to traditional folk songs.

Sho, Mo and the Monkey Bunch. CD, $19.95

Writer/performer Shoshana Sperling and musician/songwriter Maury LaFoy are Sho and Mo, who, along with the zany Monkey Bunch, have created a humorous, sweet and fun collection of songs that kids will love and that won't drive parents insane. With a tip of the hat to artists like The Beatles, The Who, Shirley Temple, Spike Jones and Billie Holiday, there is a little something for all to enjoy.

The Storyteller’s Bag. Mark Brownell, featuring Lorne Cardinal & Cheri Maracle and The Chamber Music Society of Mississauga, $20.00 (CD) ages 7 and up

“Fusing storytelling, original music and local lore, The Storyteller's Bag recounts the inspiring legends of the Ojibway. Two aboriginal actors are accompanied by the stirring sounds of a seven-piece chamber music ensemble in this distinctly Canadian production.”

A Treasure in My Garden: Stories and Songs by Gilles Vigneault. Illustrated by Stéphane Jorisch, $24.99

Now available in English, this award-winning collection of extraordinary tales, unforgettable melodies, catchy nursery rhymes and goodnight stories by renowned poet-songwriter Gilles Vigneault features 13 animated video clips on DVD and a 36-page hardcover storybook.

Under a Winter Star. Leah Salomaa, $14.95 (CD)

Under a Winter Star is a collection of child-friendly arrangements of classic holiday songs from the Christmas, Hanukkah and Winter Solstice traditions. Sung beautifully with acoustic instrumentation, Leah Salomaa delivers a fun, musical and celestial backdrop for the season.

The whole world is ours to care for — so sing around the planet!

Songs, rhymes, tickles and bounces to enjoy with your baby.