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Motown for Kids (by Various Artists, Children's Music)

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Original hits are friendly, refreshing, retro fun.

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Parents need to know that this family-friendly collection of original Motown hits is also earth-friendly, with an entirely recyclable package. Artists include Stevie Wonder, The Contours, Four Tops, The Temptations, and more.

Positive messages: Respects young children's intelligence by giving them the real thing, rather than a watered-down "kids" version of some great songs.
Violence: Not applicable.
Sex: Motown producers and artists were geniuses at sounding sexy and flirty without ever getting explicit.
Language: Not applicable.
Consumerism: Not applicable.
Drinking, drugs, & smoking: Not applicable.
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What to talk about

Talk to your kids
Families can talk about "Mickey's Monkey." Can you make up a dance to go with it? Are there other animals that make you think of funny ways to move and dance? "Please Mr. Postman" describes waiting for a letter from the singer's sweetheart. Have you ever longed for a letter or email from someone special?

What's the story?

What's the story?
Motown, Berry Gordy's legendary record company, produced a rich musical legacy that changed the direction of American pop culture in the 1960s; many parents and grandparents still love hit records by the label's phenomenal artists. MOTOWN FOR KIDS delivers 14 of Motown's most beloved singles, not as warmed-over, dumbed-down "children's music," but as the real thing.

Is it any good?

Is it any good?
 
Families can use the lyrics of these songs as jumping-off points for discussion ("Mr. Postman"), creative choreography ("Mickey's Monkey"), or just good-time, dance-party fun (just about every track). Older siblings in bands should pay special attention to Motown's famous rhythm section; singers will love harmonizing with the background vocals. Most important, everyone in the family can enjoy some of the best popular music ever produced in the 20th century, and environmentally-conscious families can recycle the entire package.

Music themes & details

Music Details
Released on: August 19, 2008
Label: Universal Motown
Genre: Children's Music
This review was written by Kathi Kamen Goldmark
 
 

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ON: Content is appropriate for kids this age.
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