May 28, 2008
Ollie the Octopus Stuffed Chair
Ollie the Octopus Stuffed Chair
May 23, 2008
Barenaked Ladies - “7 8 9” (via NettwerkMusic)
May 13, 2008
“ You’re bigger than the water. You’re bigger than the soap. You’re much bigger than all the bubbles. And bigger than your telescope So you see… You can never go down Can never go down Can never go down the drain.
Family Communications - Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood - You Can Never Go Down The Drain
May 2, 2008
Alice in Wonderland Fabric (Japanese Import)
April 29, 2008
Printable Pirate Hat & Eye Patch via www.leehansen.com
Printable Pirate Hat & Eye Patch via www.leehansen.com
April 16, 2008
Langley School Music Project - Part 1 (via grecco2)
April 1, 2008
LAist: The Neighborhood Project: Critter Country
LAist: The Neighborhood Project: Critter Country
March 31, 2008
Junior Society » Ten Digit Theater (My favorite? This hand-knit jellyfish finger puppet from Lake Titicaca!)
Junior Society » Ten Digit Theater (My favorite? This hand-knit jellyfish finger puppet from Lake Titicaca!)
March 28, 2008
TV's 'Barney' is far from extinct - Los Angeles Times - calendarlive.com

HYP was mentioned in an article on the occasion of Barney’s 20th Anniversary:

“My two rules are ‘No Barney, No Britney,’ ” Amy Trulock told the Wall Street Journal, describing the children’s music she streams on her website, Hipyoungparent.com.

The LA Times article closes with a comparison to Mr. Rogers. I continue to be inspired every day by Fred McFeely Rogers in all aspects of my life for his unconditional acceptance and gentle compassion. With this regard, I do want to point out that my “No Barney, No Britney” philosophy/sound-bite is meant to be a preference rather than a slam. Besides, I do give the purple dinosaur his due respect. After all, there were few things that could get the kids I babysat or taught in Sunday School to tidy like simply humming his “Clean Up” ditty! That being said, while I did just score a new sweet Mr. Rogers record off eBay… Barney, Baby Bop & BJ shall still be kept at bay.
Found at the 99c store in Hollywood: Gerald McBoing Boing!
Found at the 99c store in Hollywood: Gerald McBoing Boing!
March 27, 2008
They Might Be Giants - Never Go To Work (via rexella)

The Squeegees, Renee & Jeremy & The Groovy Fools LIVE this Sunday at Storyopolis in Studio City, CA

Sunday, March 30th, 11:30am: Worldwide Kids Charity Event

Worldwide Kids present a day full of music with The Squeegees, Renee and Jeremy, and The Groovy Fools!!! Worldwide Kids is the charity event of Fool Productions, a production company dedicated to creating unique live programming for young children. The founder of Fool Productions, David Brownstein, believes that no child should have to suffer hardships beyond their control. Worldwide Kids events raise money for any charity working to help children across the globe. Portions of the proceeds from the March 30th event at Storyopolis will benefit UNICEF and donations are accepted as well. To find out more info go to www.worldwidekids.info or you can contact Fool Productions at 310-614-8060. Crafts, snacks, and activities will be provided throughout.

February 1, 2008
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January 29, 2008
I am long overdue in presenting the delightful and serene animated lullaby for Renee and Jeremy’s  “It’s a Big World” (via  onemelodyrecords)
HYP's Junior Society Musicology Lesson for January - Everything Old is New Again, Part I

I continue as a guest blogger, assisting you in obtaining your Musicology Merit Badge from the Junior Society. This month I’ve been inspired by Twink’s album, “Broken Record”, to bring you the first of a two-part series on reviving kiddie music from years past. If you don’t have a 78 turntable, fear not! Check out my listing of some great sources on mp3 and CD.