Hawaiian Playground by Putumayo Kids (CD/26 min.)

2009 Notable Children's Recordings

The various songs set the mood for an imaginary Hawaiian vacation. Use traditional songs and instruments such as the Ukulele. Some songs are in English and some in Hawaiian by various artists.

Audiobook: Slam by Penguin Audio (7 hours/6discs)

2009 Amazing Audiobooks for Young Adults

Slam by Nick Hornby, read by Nicholas Hoult. Sam is a 16 year-old boy who loves to skate. (skatebording) Tony Hawk is his idol. He usually seek advice from him. When things seem to be going just right for his family, Sam receives a announcement from his girlfriend Alicia. An event that will change his life forever. The character comes to life as it is narrated. Sam's voice and feelings are clearly expressed. After trying to run away from his problems, Sam's imature character grows up and matures. Sam takes action as he enters the life of a teenage father.

Listen to the Wind:The Story of Dr. Greg and Three Cups of Tea by Greg Mortenson and Susan L. Roth

2009 NYT Bestselling books for Children and Teens

A children's version of the biography of Greg Mortenson, who built a school for the children of Korphe a small village in Pakiston. Beautiful collage illustrations.

Goldilicious by Victoria Kann

2009 NYT Bestselling Books for Children and Teens

Goldilicious or Goldie for short is unicorn that belongs to Pinkalicious. She is not just any unicorn. She is a kite-flying, roller-skating, high-jumping unicorn. Together they Pinkalicious and Goldie can do just about anything. A book any young girl will enjoy.

Gallop: A Scanimation Picture Book by Rufus Butler Seder

2009 NYT Bestselling Books for Children and Teens

Animals come to life as you flip through the pages of this great book. This is a book that kids will enjoy looking at over and over again.

A Visitor for Bear by Bonny Becker

2009 Notable Children's Book

A humorous story about a bear who wanted no friends and a persistent mouse who wanted a friend. Bear can't really get rid of mouse, who keeps on popping up in unexpected places. At the end Bear accepts that he needs a friend. Beautiful illustrations bring the book to life.

Audiobook: I'm Dirty by Weston Woods Studios (CD/6min.)

2009 Odyssey Honor Audiobook

Written by Kate & Jim McMullan, narrated by Steve Buscemi. A hard working backhoe loader that loves his job. Great music and background sounds. Great illustrations. Kids will enjoy this book.