“The production quality is outstanding. The guest musicians use guitars, mandolins, fiddles, dulcimers, slide guitar, clarinet and percussion to give the sound a richness not found in most children’s recordings. Polisar’s vocals are very playful. A must buy–even if you already own previous Polisar recordings.”
– School Library Journal

“His humor will get you if you don’t watch out…adults and children alike are alternately charmed and disarmed by these humorous songs.”
– The Tribune, Tiffin, Ohio

“Your music is a true joy! As an elementary music teacher, I’ve appreciated the humor you use in your approach. As my students sing along, I see them nodding in agreement to what you sing about.”
– Pam O’Neal, Music Teacher, Sterling, Colorado

“He appeals to a wide audience of children–and adults who can still think like children.”
– Gifted and Talented Magazine

“He’s “write” in tune with kids.”
– The Patriot News, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

A recording of Barry’s best loved songs about school that feature a new musical accompaniment with fiddle, mandolin, clarinet and guitar. This recording breathes new life into some of Barry’s original songs; he sings about a boy who doesn’t want to get out of bed in the morning–he turns out to be the Principal–and a deep voiced chorus sings about underwear in a calypso beat. This recording also includes Barry’s classic 1975 song, I’ve Got a Teacher and She’s So Mean, a child’s heart-felt complaint with a real surprise ending! A funny and meaningful collection.

As the Guide to the Best Recorded Music for Children said, “Barry Louis Polisar talks to kids in a way that is direct but never condescending. Kids love him. He reaches children in their funny bone.”

“Barry’s lyrics almost always speak to the reality of children’s lives. Polisar’s brand of humor is unique in children’s recordings. This is a good addition for collections wanting to expand their Polisar repertoire or for those purchasing their first recording by the artist.”
– School Library Journal

“Polisar writes and performs children’s songs with a humorous yet lifelike twist.”
– The Sunday Oklahoman, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

“Polisar’s songs examine children’s hidden thoughts and feelings, tackling subjects in an honest and humorous way.”
– Richmond Times Dispatch, Richmond, Virginia

“His songs are humorous anthems that will have non-conformist children clamoring for more.”
– The Chicago Tribune, Chicago, Illinois

Barry Louis Polisar gained an early reputation for writing smart and honest songs about real families–and what a trip they are! This recording contains many of those early Polisar classic songs, re-recorded with a full musical texture and style that includes Memphis slide, blues and folk influences. Barry sings about family car trips, wacky relatives and the joys of getting up on an early Sunday morning.