A RUP LIFE: Happy Kids Songs #REVIEW

We were recently picked to review Happy Kids Songs. These songs are designed to boost character, self-esteem and the general happiness of children.

What we received:

Happy Kids Songs Workbook - Hands-on Activities to build character, social and emotional skills by Dr. Mac & Friends. - $12.56

Friends & Sharing ( Set 1) - $4.95 for the album or 99c for each individual song

Includes the following songs:

"Sailing on the Seven Cs"
"Everybody Wants to Find a Friend"
"Sharing Friends"
"Happy as Happy Can Be"
"Together"

Happiness & Attitude (Set 5) - $4.95 for the album or 99c for each individual song

Includes the following songs:

"Shake It Out and Dance"
"Who Knows What's a Kudo"
"I Don't Understand"
"Be Good to Yourself"
"Better Together"

Manners & Character (Set 6) - $4.95 for the album or 99c for each individual song

Includes the following songs:

"H-o-n-e-s-t-y"
"The Magic Word"
"Quirks"
"The Golden Rule"
"Six Little Kids"

The songs I received came in a download version however when you purchase the site will direct you to itunes or Amazon. I have put them in my dropbox for easy access - you can also burn to a disc for portable access.

Age Recommendation: 3-8

How we used this program:

Jace our three year old is really the target for these songs. For me the best way to use them is to just play them during the day at play time. We are not currently doing school but will be back in August. I love to play music during schoolwork time and these songs would be perfect for that.

While I didn't use the workbook for him (he is only 3). I'm beyond thrilled to have it. Included are all the lyrics to the songs! I think it would be WONDERFUL for music time for school. I remember my music teacher in 5th grade would hand out lyrics and play songs on a tape recorder (yes a tape recorder it was the 80s!) We would sing together as a class. I think this would be a wonderful activity for all ages - especially with the types of songs Happy Kids Songs has.

My Thoughts:

I love the heart behind this music. They lyrics are encouraging. The focus is to build character and it shines through the lyrics! I also like how age appropriate these songs are. I'm not feeling like I've given up my personal standards by letting my children listen to any of the songs. The ones with the kids singing are my favorites. Just a sweet innocence about a kid singing about a best friend or sharing. What I also like is by listening and learning songs is that kids naturally hear the subtle lessons. It will help with the bigger picture of kindness in character training we are working on in our home.

Friends & Sharing has a soft feel to the music. This album is mellow and great for quieter times. It is probably my favorite of the three we reviewed because I tend to like less rocky songs. Happiness & Attitude is very upbeat and features two rock songs while the others are a little slower in tempo. Manners & Character is a mixture of the two - upbeat and mellow. The songs are upbeat but not as much as the Happiness and Attitude songs. There are some mild rap songs like "The Magic Word' but it is so soft it didn't bother me one bit (sometimes kiddie rap can be very annoying.)

Overall we enjoyed all three albums and I was pleasantly surprised by that. I love the subjects that are sung about and I think that is why the songs have grown on me so much.

Additional information:

There are 5 other albums you can purchase from Happy Kids Songs:

Social Skills & Bullying
Feelings & Fears
Practice & Success
Talking & Listening
Respect & Responsibility

You can also connect with Happy Kids Songs on the following Social media sites:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/happykidssongs

Twitter: @howsyourfam

YouTube: www.youtube.com/user/4DrMacMusic

Social Skills & Bullying

Friends & Sharing
Kids Social Skills & Bullying