Called "The First Lady of Children's Music" by many of her admirers, Ella Jenkins has delighted generations of children and adults worldwide with her songs. This recording, made available for the first time on compact disc, represents two of the reasons for Ella Jenkins's popularity with students and teachers alikeher repertoire of traditional and original songs that speak to many cultural backgrounds, and her ability to engage children in musical play. It replicates, in the studio setting, the interplay of this master singer-storyteller and her young audiences typical of her school and library performances. 36 minutes, remastered, with lyrics for children ages 2 to 9.
- 1 Little Johnny Brown
- 2 Head And Shoulder
- 3 What's Your Name?
- 4 Miss Mary Mack
- 5 Hammer, Hammer, Hammer
- 6 He's Got The Whole World In His Hands
- 7 The Children's Librarian
- 8 Freedom Train
- 9 Be Ready When Your Freedom Comes
- 10 Shee-nasha
- 11 Mexican Hand-Clapping Chant
- 12 La Raspa (Mexican Dance)
