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Swing Around the World

(2005, Children's music, by Various Artists, Label: Putumayo World Music )
  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 0, age appropriate for kids over 0; suggested age 2.
  • Is it any good?

    4.0
  • Common Sense says

    Lively swing tunes from around the world.

updated 07.04.08

Why We Rated This on for Ages 2 and Up

The good stuff

  • Messages:

    Not an issue.
 

What to watch out for

  • Violence:

    Not an issue.
  • Sex:

    Not an issue.
  • Language:

    Foreign languages.
  • Consumerism:

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

    Not an issue.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Swing Around the World

Parents need to know that SWING AROUND THE WORLD features 12 songs from South Africa, Mauritius, United States, Italy, and France. Many of the songs are in their native language and contain political messages, but that doesn't detract from the appealing rhythm of swing.

Read our full review by Christine Walker and Dennis Hysom

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about the musically sophisticated renditions by accomplished musicians and discuss the different global sounds. Because of the various languages, families may not be singing together, but they most certainly will swing together.
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