These original, award-winning, instructive songs and exercises are simple to follow, develop gross and fine motor skills, coordination, right/left discrimination, listening skills, a sense of rhythm, imagination, and basic... more » skills such as counting and good health habits. There is a rest song after all the exercises. CD INCLUDES PARENT/TEACHER NOTES, LYRICS, AND ACTIVITIES. FOR AGES 2-8.« less
These original, award-winning, instructive songs and exercises are simple to follow, develop gross and fine motor skills, coordination, right/left discrimination, listening skills, a sense of rhythm, imagination, and basic skills such as counting and good health habits. There is a rest song after all the exercises. CD INCLUDES PARENT/TEACHER NOTES, LYRICS, AND ACTIVITIES. FOR AGES 2-8.
CD Reviews
The Benchmark Exercise Album For Young Children
Mindy Steele | Atlanta, GA USA | 10/23/2005
(5 out of 5 stars)
"While B.B. King is the benchmark guitarist for playing the blues, Ray Charles, the benchmark singer for combining soul and gospel music, Barbra Streisand the benchmark vocalist for her range and clarity, Paul Simon, the benchmark singer/songwriter for telling his stories in song format, and Bob Dylan, the benchmark singer/songwriter for using unique phrases and the delivery of them, Bobby Susser's album "Wiggle Wiggle And Other Exercises" is undoubtedly the benchmark album for original songs for young children to exercise to. I am a kindergarten teacher, and I specialize in teaching music, and subjects through music. I have used virtually every collection of songs available for young children to sing along with and exercise to. Some are OK, and some are somewhat good. However, if you want the real thing, Bobby Susser gives it to you in every exercise song in this collection. The repetition of his catchy phrases and melodies is not boring, but rather very successful in teaching the kids the songs and exercises, and in keeping the children always interested. He's a master at using repetition in a positive way for children. It is very obvious, after seeing the children respond immediately to the simple rhythms, friendly vocal deliveries, and all the fun and easy to learn songs that convey the importance of exercise, good health habits, having fun, and incorporating these ideas into your daily routine at an early age, Bobby Susser knows how to make the very most of a song, and a simple 'Wiggle' for young children like noone else I've heard in the nineteen years I've taught little children.
When you listen to the songs "Wiggle Wiggle", "March Around In A Circle", "Let's Pretend", "Hello Hello Goodbye Goodbye", and "Rest Awhile", it is apparent that Bobby Susser is no accident and creates collections for young children that makes children's music history the first time any of his titles are heard. Anyone can easily tell that he cares and is dedicated to the children."
The Finest Kid Songs For Kid Exercises From Bobby Susser
Beth Allen | San Diego, CA USA | 05/04/2005
(5 out of 5 stars)
"This album has everything you possibly want and need for an exercise album for young kids. My preschool class never tires of "Wiggle Wiggle And Other Exercises." Every song is so catchy and exciting for my class. Every song states a purpose, and has printed lyrics and suggested activities in the teacher/parent notes booklet. Subjects covered are developing gross and fine motor skills, coordination, right/left discrimination, listening skills, rhythm, counting, and good health habits, while exercising, and singing. Bobby Susser ends this great collection with a soothing rest song for the kids. This album has it all."
Bobby Susser's Songs And Exercises Are #1 On My Kids' List
Anita Thomas | ST. LOUIS, MO USA | 04/04/2005
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I'm a first grade teacher who has worked with exercises, and movement songs with my kids. From day to day and year to year this Bobby Susser album "Wiggle Wiggle And Other Exercises" is #1 on my kids' list. The songs are very catchy, but also simple enough for young kids to easily learn. The beats and rhythms are excellent for my young class. They quickly learn the songs and exercises, and have loads of fun doing and learning important health and exercise habits that will benefit them throughout their lives."
THIS CD IS OLD TRIED AND TRUE
Elizabeth Marks | CLEVELAND, OHIO | 05/04/2006
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I AM A KINDERGARTEN TEACHER AND HAVE USED THIS ALBUM IN CASSETTE FIRST. THEN I BOUGHT THE CD WHEN MY TAPE WORE OUT. I JUST GOT ANOTHER CD BECAUSE I GAVE A TEACHER FRIEND THE CD TO BORROW. SHE LOVED IT SO MUCH FOR HER KINDERGARTEN CLASS THAT SHE ASKED IF SHE COULD KEEP IT. I GAVE IT TO HER AS A GIFT, AND I AM ENJOYING WORKING WITH MY NEW CD, AND WATCHING MY CLASS ENJOY THEMSELVES WHILE THEY EXERCISE AND LEARN OTHER GOOD HEALTH HABITS TO THESE CATCHY SONGS."WIGGLE WIGGLE AND OTHER EXERCISES" IS ONE EARLY CHILDHOOD ALBUM YOU CAN SURELY LABEL AS 'OLD TRIED AND TRUE.' IT NEVER FAILS TO WORK WITH THE KIDS.
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The Best You'll Find For Early Childhood Exercises
J. Evans | Omaha, NE USA | 01/21/2005
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I'm a kindergarten teacher, and my children love music, exercise, and movement as most preschoolers do. These songs and activities not only serve the purpose, but they are the best you will ever find. The songs are extremely easy to learn, but very interesting. The singers and musicians are excellent, and keep all the songs very lively. While the songs teach the children how to exercise, they also incorporate other important subjects for the children. Parts of the body, good health habits, movement, rhythm, dance, right/left discrimination, and much more that are cleverly taught through these songs. I find that these young children's activities and songs are invaluable, and I have a great deal of respect for Bobby Susser for creating them. Any teacher I know who has "Wiggle Wiggle And Other Exercises" for early childhood exercises and movement feels as I do. They need nothing more."
Track Listings (10) - Disc #1