MUSIC

The Miracle of Mozart videotape combines visual stimulation with the calming sounds of classical music. The Miracle of Mozart will improve attention span, increase multi-sensory learning and maximize early stimulation for brain growth and development. Both parents and children enjoy this entertaining video that targets development that is crucial in the first year of a child’s development.

"Sunshine on My Shoulders" by John Denver and illustrated by Christopher Canyon is a beautiful celebration of the gift of friendship and nature and one of John Denver’s most popular songs. This book and CD combination is a reminder of the wonderful things in life. Children and adults will both enjoy Canyon’s illustrations and Denver’s story and song. ($19.95; ages 2 to Adult)

Fisher-Price

Melody the Mini Van™ is a musical fun mini van who helps kids ages 1 and up have a great time while imitating familiar experiences such as shopping with Mom. She “blinks” as she is rolled along. Her hatchback actually opens and closes and she plays the song, “If you’re happy and you know” and giggles and makes other fun sounds. ($7)