Children's Songs

Folksinger Johnny Richardson performs traditional and original compositions aimed at young children. In addition to songs about animals, ping-pong, Zulu warriors, and railroads, Richardson sings the well-known traditional American folk song “Pick a Bale of Cotton,” performed and recorded most famously by Lead Belly. A brief biography of the artist is included in the liner notes, followed by lyrics and background information for all songs.

Track Listing

101	Katie the Kangaroo	Johnny Richardson	02:25
102	The Dolly with the Long Pony Tail	Johnny Richardson	02:35
103	Jimmy the Jolly Giraffe	Johnny Richardson	02:25
104	Roll Over	Johnny Richardson	01:37
105	Pick a Bale of Cotton	Johnny Richardson	01:53
106	Six Little Mice	Johnny Richardson	01:55
107	Three Small Sparrows	Johnny Richardson	02:09
108	Working on the Railroad	Johnny Richardson	01:36
201	Down Home	Johnny Richardson	02:18
202	Miss Polly	Johnny Richardson	00:37
203	The Farmer	Johnny Richardson	02:08
204	Olga, the Contrary Girl	Johnny Richardson	01:49
205	Peter Pong	Johnny Richardson	02:39
206	The Zulu Warrior	Johnny Richardson	01:43
207	Railroad Man	Johnny Richardson	02:41