Thursday, May 26, 2016

Can You Canoe? And Other Adventure Songs by The Okee Dokee Brothers, illustrated by Brandon Reese (book & music CD) [Review & Giveaway]

About the book & CD: The Grammy® Award-winning Okee Dokee Brothers—Joe Mailander and Justin Lansing—celebrate the beauty of nature and the joys of being outdoors and unplugged. Their family-friendly music aims to inspire parents and kids to get outside and get creative. Can You Canoe? journeys cross-country in 12 songs, from the rolling hills of Appalachia in the east to the canyons and campfires of the West. Along the way, The Okee Dokee Brothers’ irresistible, boot-stompin’ tunes invite kids to wander through the woods and wilderness, where they’ll discover hungry black bears and tall-tale spinners; quiet canoes and cozy camping tents; a jumpin’ jamboree and a bullfrog opera. Brandon Reese’s lively illustrations, and a CD to sing along with, will make this set a children’s classic.



My thoughts: Oh my! This is FUN! A rollicking fun trip with music and words that will tickle your fancy and have you clapping your hands, patting toes in rhythm, foot stomping, shoulder rolling fun, fun, fun.

I'm wondering if you'd go wandering with me
Through the wilderness and woods
To where the winds are blowin’ free.

Bluegrass music with lyrics sung where you can clearly understand the words. All about life and enjoying the things and stuff of a simple life. Finding fun in simple things.

Take the kids (and yourself) to the authentic bluegrass music of Americana. Lyrics and music by the Okee Dokee Brothers. Bring your kids into the world of rollicking, fun, music. Hear the harmony. Everyone clap their hands. Smile. Enjoy!

Great for road-tripping or lightening the mood around the house.

The books has lyrics and wonderful pictures. Illustrations by Brandon Reese show a couple of guys out-'n-about enjoying a canoe, tenting, hiking, dancing. Bright colors simply chock-full of fun and enjoyment. Literally makes you want to pack your stuff, grab your tent, and get out-'n-about yourself enjoying the wilderness in all its glory.

Summer's coming! Get one for those long road trips or those "I'm so bored" days at home! Fun!

GIVEAWAY
Begins May 26
Ends June 16 @ 12:01 a.m. EDT
Open to USA addresses
DISCLOSURE: I was provided a complimentary book and CD to facilitate this review by Sterling Children's Books. Opinions are delightfully my own. I was not compensated except with pure joy.
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16 comments:

  1. LauraMay 26, 2016 at 1:02 AM

    I learned that "Can you Canoe?" won a Grammy for Best Children's Music Album. I also learned that Joe and Justin are childhood friends. They grew up in Denver, Colorado.

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  2. LauraMay 26, 2016 at 1:04 AM

    Yes, I enjoy hiking, camping out, and riding through the out-of-doors. We're not planning on any major road trips this summer, but I'm sure these "Can You Canoe?" songs would be make a road trip super fun! :)

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  3. desitheblondeMay 26, 2016 at 10:54 AM

    they a re great group they use music to tell you story's and then they use the math and spanish an ensh

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  4. desitheblondeMay 26, 2016 at 10:57 AM

    my dog and i do 7 mile a day or more and camp have not been yet to much rain

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  5. Sandra WattsMay 26, 2016 at 2:24 PM

    I used to hike, canoe and camp a lot when I was younger. Not much into it now though.

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  6. Sandra WattsMay 26, 2016 at 2:25 PM

    They were childhood friends, they grew up in Denver Colorado and they love to explore the outdoors

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  7. momoMay 27, 2016 at 9:24 AM

    Our family really likes going camping every spring, summer, and fall. We always have a great time when we go-

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  8. momoMay 27, 2016 at 9:27 AM

    I also like these three items from their site; Through the Woods – CD/DVD,Okee Dokee Brothers Bandana, & Okee Dokee Brothers T-Shirt

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  9. Ogitchida Kwe's Book BlogJune 3, 2016 at 8:13 PM

    We get out usually every summer. But since my ex had an accident we have not been in the past two years. This music would definitely be welcome if we were going on a road trip.

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  10. Ogitchida Kwe's Book BlogJune 3, 2016 at 8:15 PM

    I like the Saddle Up song and would love the DVD as well. I would also love to have the HD movie of Can You Canoe?.

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  11. UnknownJune 5, 2016 at 11:33 PM

    We are doing a road trip to Michigan and the songs will definitely help

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  12. Tina at Mommynificent.comJune 9, 2016 at 8:24 AM

    This looks like so much fun! Thanks so much for sharing this post and link-up at Booknificent Thursday on Mommynificent.com this week! Great to have you!
    Tina

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  13. SunnymayJune 12, 2016 at 3:36 PM

    The Okee Dokee Brothers have a Grammy nomination, like to explore the outdoors and have a CD called Through the Woods.

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  14. SunnymayJune 14, 2016 at 8:48 PM

    I love being outdoors, hiking and going on flashlight walks at night with my kids. The Can You Canoe songs would be fun to learn and sing as we move along.

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  15. UnknownJune 15, 2016 at 7:48 AM

    Fun that two friends came up with the music, and they are active together. I joined the mailing list.

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  16. UnknownJune 15, 2016 at 7:52 AM

    We went camping 16 years ago. We need to go again.

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