What Parents Should Know
Parents need to know that the Muppets are up to the same old goofy tricks. A few originals are thrown in with some classic holiday songs -- all sung by different Muppets characters. There's nothing to worry about on this CD; every song is very musical, interesting, and perfect for kids of all ages.

Families can talk about when your favorite characters put out seasonal CDs. Do the characters/singers draw you to the CD or do the songs? Do you think it's overload to have a CD for every holiday?

Common Sense Media Review
Disney's usual A-Team of musicians makes A GREEN AND RED CHRISTMAS an especially enjoyable, kid-friendly holiday treat.

A variety of instrumental beds in many musical styles (polka, swing, blues, rock ... you name it) provide support for those expressively goofy Muppet voices. The whole project is infused with a bouncy energy. Lyrics are clearly sung and easy for very young children to understand, yet clever enough to appeal to parents and older siblings. And the instrumental tracks, particularly the horns, approach perfection. High points include "'Zat You, Santa Claus?" and "Run, Run, Rudolph" by the Electric Mayhem Band, and "The Man With the Bag" performed by Floyd, Animal, and Zoot. The tasteful, understated guitar solo on Kermit's "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas" is only one of many examples of the excellent instrumental and production standards on this album.

For charming musical holiday fun, you can't beat the Muppets -- they're family-friendly, clever, and as comfy as a favorite old sweatshirt.

Fans of this album will also enjoy the Doodlebops, Raffi, and other Muppets recordings.

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