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I'm Growing

(2008, Children's music, by Gunnar Madsen, Label: Gee, Spot! Records)
  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 0, age appropriate for kids over 3; suggested age 3.
  • Is it any good?

    5.0
  • Common Sense says

    Funny music with an independent spirit.

updated 07.04.08

Why We Rated This on for Ages 3 and Up

The good stuff

  • Messages:

    Positive messages about self-esteem, friendship, music, libraries, pets, and family fun.
 

What to watch out for

  • Violence:

    Not an issue.
  • Sex:

    Not an issue.
  • Language:

    Not an issue.
  • Consumerism:

    Not an issue.
  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    "Here he is, I found him swinging from the chandelier/drinking papa's beer."
 

What Parents Need to Know

About I'm Growing

Parents need to know that this fine collection of quirky, delightful songs might require just a bit of discussion or explanation at times. Luckily, Gunnar Madsen has thoughtfully provided a couple of paragraphs of commentary next to the lyrics for each song.

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about "Cutest Little Guy," sung by proud parents about their baby. What would your parents say if they wrote a song about you? "There's a Bowl of Milk in the Moonlight" is written from the point of view of a cat. It might be fun to think of other animals and write songs or poems from their points of view.
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