See more music reviews

The Wheels on the Bus (by Roger Daltrey, Children's Music)

common sense media says

Rock legend's fun take on kid's music.

parents & educators say
See 1 review | Review it

What parents need to know

Parents need to know that this album is the soundtrack to the popular educational DVD of the same name, a Parent's Choice Silver Medal award winner, and part of a series that was developed with experts from the Yale University Family Television Research Center. Consider buying them as a set -- though the CD works well enough on its own as a backdrop to playtime, they might make more sense together. Almost every track is a variation of the famed song, and Roger Daltrey, the lead singer of The Who, is one the creative forces behind the album.

Positive messages: Promotes sharing and being kind.
Violence: Not applicable.
Sex: Not applicable.
Language: Not applicable.
Consumerism: None on this CD, but one of the videos features an outing to Whole Foods
Drinking, drugs, & smoking: Not applicable.
Our ratings and reviews are informed by child development guidelines. Learn more.

More on The Wheels on the Bus

What to talk about

Talk to your kids
Families can talk about the core values promoted here -- sharing, caring, and being polite. Plus, what makes this classic children's song so much fun? Is it the catchy tune or the subject matter, or both? Does your town have a bus service? Maybe a family outing on a bus to a local attraction would be a great way to get to know your own town. After all, getting there is half the fun, right?

What's the story?

What's the story?
Parents, be warned. Though this CD is good fun and is part of a well-loved series, (and best of all, features Roger Daltrey as a bus-driving dragon), almost every song on is a variation on that classic kid's tune. Yes, the "windows on the bus go open and shut, open and shut" song that you have sung a million times at story time.

Is it any good?

Is it any good?
 
If you can handle the repetition of it, then you might end up enjoying this CD right along with your kids. If you haven't seen the DVD, then the storyline won't be as obvious, but the music is fun and upbeat and the child vocalist is especially memorable -- picture one of the precocious girls in School of Rock. "Eat it up, eat it up," a song about how nutrition is important for kids (just like gas for the bus), sounds a bit diva-esque, but in a cute way, much like the rest of the CD.

Music themes & details

Music Details
Released on: March 5, 2005
Label: Happy Child Productions
Genre: Children's Music
This review was written by Amy Weaver
 
 

Review It

 

Review The Wheels on the Bus

Hang on! You need to be a member to post your review.
A safe community is important to us. Please observe our guidelines.
 

Most useful reviews by all members

Allyluvsyou
teen, 15 years old
17
 
asdgfgkmty
Thats my JAM!!
Flag as inappropriate 
was this review useful?
helped me decide | had useful details | read my mind

More reviews ...

An independent voice for families
Age-appropriate reviews
Advice on the big issues
 

vote now

Will you add The Wheels on the Bus to your playlist?

Absolutely
Maybe
No way

Already listened to it? What do you think?

I recommend it
It's a pass
 

Great alternatives handpicked by our editors

Browse more music
About our rating system
ON: Content is appropriate for kids this age.
PAUSE: Know your child, some content may not be right for some kids
OFF: Not age appropriate for kids this age
Our child development rating guidelines