Promote Motor Development with Movement Activities Cu r r i c u l u m / A c t i v i t i e s - M u s i c THE MUSIC BOX Elizabeth Lund Zahniser Everyone will enjoy this collection of 180 child- centered songs, fi ngerplays, clapping rhymes, and group games. Nicely nestled in a sturdy box, this assortment of fun and developmentally appropriate musical activities—each on it’s own laminated card—also includes planning suggestions. Age focus: 0–6. #700381-N $49.95 MULTICULTURAL LULLABIES AROUND THE WORLD Sara Jordan This CD features 11 lullabies sung by vocalists using their own native tongues (Russian, Polish, Japanese, Mandarin, French, Spanish, Italian, Yiddish, African, and American lullabies with their English translations). The accompanying lyrics book is reproducible and includes multicultural activities. Winner of both a Parents’ Choice Silver Award and a Directors’ Choice Award. Age focus: 0–5. CD and book. #700251-N $16.95 EASY SONGS FOR SMOOTH TRANSITIONS IN THE CLASSROOM Nina Araujo & Carol Aghayan Help children glide through the many transitions they encounter each day. This book includes a transition planning guide and lyrics to 69 easy songs that empower children and reduce their stress levels. Softbound, 128 pgs., and CD, 32 min. #414401-N $24.95 MUSIC AND MOVEMENT When young children hear music, their natural inclination is to move their bodies in response to it. Learn what research says about the importance of combining movement with music in your early learning environment. Age focus: 3–6. DVD, 28 min. Closed-Captioned. #700371-N $118.95 DANCE, TURN, HOP, LEARN! Enriching Movement Activities for Preschoolers Connie Bergstein Dow Help children build their large- and fi ne-motor skills while supporting emergent skill development the way children learn best—with their bodies! Dance, Turn, Hop, Learn! offers 38 creative, fun lessons built around common curriculum themes. The lessons address physical concepts, social skills, key kindergarten readiness subject areas, and cognitive skills. Softbound, 136 pgs. #413401-N $22.95 MAIL U 10 Yorkton Court • St. Paul, MN • 55117-1065FAXT TOLL-FREE: 800-641-0115 OUTSIDE THE U.S.: 651-641-0115 PUB LISHEDBY R E DLEAF P R E SS CD- ROMCD - ROM 49 BRAIN BOP Warm Ups for Muscles and Minds Kate Kuper Promote concentration, social skills, and math and reading aptitude with this CD of rhythmically appropriate music. Each Brain Bop warm up combines somatic (mind/body) practices with current brain research to bring lasting benefi ts to children. All ages. CD, 70 min. #606656-N $21.95 PUB LISHEDBY R E DLEAF P R E SS THE TREE AND THE WIND Early Classical and Baroque Music for Learning Environments Enrique C. Feldman Enhance your learning environment with this collection of early classical and baroque music. These songs are perfect throughout the day—during meals, transitions, naps, and playtime. With a mix of slow and fast tracks, you will fi nd the perfect music to complement children’s needs. CD, 18 tracks. #143762-N $15.95