The Peter Yarrow Songbook: Favorite Folk Songs Review

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(More customer reviews)I checked this out of the library for my 3yo son, and he liked it enough that he's going to get it for Christmas. My son particularly loves "Cockles and Mussels" and "Erie Canal" -- he knows the latter song from a "Veggie Tales" video. This is a nice introduction for children to the great American songbook. The presence of several spirituals is welcome. Note, though, that many of the pieces are dark or tragic in theme. If you are a girl named Molly in one of these songs, chances are pretty good that you are going to pass away. I actually like this feature of these songs. Kids know that life contains pain, loss, betrayal and unfairness. These songs are not antiseptic, cheery-cheery pieces, but reflect life in a way that is haunting, beautiful and singable.

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Kids will make a joyful noise with these ever-popular classic songs! Lively, warm, and friendly, this illustrated collection-plus a CD with Peter Yarrow, his daughter Bethany, and cellist Rufus Cappadocia-will bring families together to read and to sing. Peter makes every tune sound fresh and irresistible, and Terry Widener's appealing pictures capture the spirit of each song, from the wild waves and rocking boat of "Sloop John B" to happy dancers ready to "Skip to My Lou." Included in the book and CD:The Golden Vanity • Skip to My Lou • Cockles and Mussels • The Fox • Springfield Mountain • The Erie Canal • O, What a Beautiful City • Rock-a My Soul • The Cruel War • O, Mary Don't You Weep • I've Been Workin' on the Railroad • Sloop John B