Social Studies (by Rhythm Rhyme Results, Children's Music)

Song titles like "Redcoats vs. Rebels," "Declaration of Independence," and "44 Presidents" cover American history with Rhythm Rhyme Result's signature wit and style. Danceable backup tracks and clever rhymes will help middle-school students remember the basic facts, places, and dates associated with important moments in history. As on the other offerings in the series, there are four versions of each song. The "Original Track" presents the complete song at its normal tempo, the "Downtempo Track" presents the complete song at a reduced tempo, the "Recall Track™" feature eliminates key words and phrases from the lyrics, and the "Instrumental Track" provides a karaoke-style version without lead vocals.

Rhythm Rhyme Results is able to pack in tons of history facts without being overwhelming. And they've managed to pull off a seamingly impossible feat: the music actually sounds cool. Already a hit on YouTube, the song "44 Presidents" cleverly reminds students that "No presidents are from Wisconsin/not Truman, Eisenhower, Kennedy, or Johnson…Obama's in the White House now, So hail to the chief and stand up proud!" As always, the performers put their all into their performances, and the songs are energetic and well-produced.