Introduction
A treasury of Hap Palmer's best loved tunes from the acclaimed Baby Songs video series presents a light hearted look at the world of young children -Waking up, eating, using the potty, getting dressed, taking a bath, hearing a favorite bedtime story, and of course the most important part of the day.....PLAY.....the kind of play young children love: teddy bears, make believe, laughter, hide and seek, or just plain jumping up and down for the fun of it! With each song, messages of self acceptance and pride ring through with compassion and gentle humor

1. Gettin' Up Time
Words and Music: Hap Palmer

Baby's cryin' in the bassinet
Wakin' up hungry, cold and wet
Waa, waa, waa, waa, waa
It's Gettin' Up Time!

Birdies in the nest go "Tweet, tweet, tweet"
Callin' for a wiggly worm to eat
Tweet, tweet, tweet, tweet, tweet
It's Gettin' Up Time!

Puppies in a basket bark and bay
Wakin' the house at the break of day
Woof, woof, woof, woof, woof
It's Gettin' Up Time!

Furry little kittens all join in now
Callin' their mommy with a sweet "Meow"
Meeeoooow
It's Gettin' Up Time!

Calves in the field are hungry too
They greet the dawn with a "Moo, moo, moo"
Moo, moo, moo, moo, moo
It's Gettin' Up Time!

Frisky little colts roll up and say,
"Neigh, neigh let's start the day"
Neigh, neigh, neigh, neigh
It's Gettin' Up Time!

Peep, peep, peep, baby chicks all need
Just a little dab of chicken feed
Peep, peep, peep, peep, peep
It's Gettin' Up Time!

Ducklings in the pond say
"Quack, quack, quack"
As they go searchin' for a sunrise snack
Quack, quack, quack, quack, quack
It's Gettin' Up Time!

Piglets in the pigpen grunt and squeal
Then snuggle up to mommy for a
morning meal
Grunt, oink, snort, eeee
It's Gettin' Up Time!

Hungry babies of every kind
Wake up sayin' "It's breakfast time"
Waah! Tweet, tweet! Woof! Meow!
Moo! Neigh! Peep, peep! Quack, quack!
Grunt, oink, snort, eeee
It's Gettin' Up Time! It's Gettin' Up Time!

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2. Baby Songs Theme Song
Words: Martha Cheney 
Music: Hap Palmer

It's a wonderful day to go out and play
Hey, maybe you could come along
All you need to bring is a song to sing
A happy little baby song

We can sing about friends
And the people we know
We can sing about the places we go
We can sing about the world
And the things that we see
We can sing about you and me

It's a wonderful day to go out and play
Hey, maybe you could come along
All you need to bring is a song to sing
A happy little baby song
All you need to bring is a song to sing
A happy little baby song

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3. Baby's First
Words and Music: Hap Palmer

Chorus:
Oh my, baby's full of life!
Gettin' so excited
she's about to burst
Think I know why it's so
Everything is baby's first

Baby's first ball, Baby's first doll
Baby's first bottle, Baby's first rattle
Baby's first stuffed bear, Baby's first highchair,
Baby's first tub bath, Baby's first photograph

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It's a bright new world of sights and sounds
Baby wants to see it can't keep her down
Crawlin' on the floor and everywhere explorin'
Baby loves to move around

Baby's first steps, Baby's first pets
Baby's first bubbles, Baby's first scribbles
Baby's first pickle, Baby's first tickle
Baby's first coos, Baby's first pair of shoes

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4. My Mommy Comes Back
Words: Martha Cheney and Hap Palmer 
Music: Hap Palmer

Sometimes my mommy takes me over
To another friends house to play
Sometimes I only stay a little while
Sometimes I stay all day, but

Chorus:
My mommy comes back
She always comes back
She always comes back to get me
My mommy comes back
She always comes back
She never would forget me

Sometimes I worry when she leaves me
I hope she won't be gone too long
But when I'm with my friends and having fun
I soon forget she's gone, and

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Sometimes I visit with my grandma
While my mommy goes somewhere
We bake some cookies and we read a book
And rock in the rocking chair, and

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5. Don't Wash My Blanket
Words: Martha Cheney and Hap Palmer
Music: Hap Palmer

Chorus:
Don't wash my blanket, don't take it away
I want to drag it around while I play
To me it's okay dirty and gray
Please don't wash my blanket today

I might get lonely, I might get scared
I need to know that my blanket is there, so

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I might get angry, I might cry
I need to know that my blanket's nearby

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6. Peek-A-Boo
Words and Music: Hap Palmer

Where is Sheila, where could she be?
She was here a moment ago
Where is Sheila, where could she be?
We've been looking high and low

Is she there behind the dollhouse
Quiet as a mouse?
Is she crouching in the toy box
Crafty as a fox?
Is she underneath the rug as cozy as a bug?
Oh, where can Sheila be?

Chorus:
Peek-a-Boo! Where are you?
Come out from your hiding place
Peek-a-Boo! I see you !
It's good to see your smiling
Gee, it's been awhile and
It's good to see your smiling face

Where is Danny, where could he be?
He was here a moment ago
Where is Danny, where could he be?
We've been looking high and low

Is he underneath a chair
All curled up like a bear?
Is he hiding in a cave
Just like a bat behaves?
Is he soaring through the skies
Just like an eagle flies?
Oh, where can Danny be?

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Where are Jim and Jannie, where could they be?
They were here a moment ago
Where are Jim and Jannie, where could they be?
We've been looking high and low

Did they fly out of the room
Upon a witch's broom?
Did they wave a magic wand,
Then suddenly they were gone?
Are they here but can't be seen,
Like ghosts on Halloween?
Oh, where can Jim and Jannie be?

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7. Lovey And Me
Words and Music: Hap Palmer

A Lovey is something you like very much
A teddy, a blanket or doll
Mine is a bunny so cuddly and soft
It's my favorite stuffed toy of all
Lovey is with me when I fall asleep
And if I should wake in the night
I'm not afraid 'cause my Lovey is there
To say everything is all right
It's Lovey and me, Lovey and me
Together everywhere, It's Lovey and me

Lovey stays with me whatever I do
And listens to me when I talk
We make up stories and maybe play house
Or build a big castle with blocks

Big kids may tease me and laugh at my games
I turn and shut out the sound
I hug Lovey tighter while walking away
Pretending no one is around
Just Lovey and me, Lovey and me
Together everywhere, It's Lovey and me

Lovey goes with me wherever I go
That's why it's ragged and worn
But I would not trade it for one
that's brand new
I'll take Lovey tattered and torn

Mommy can wash it and hang it to dry
And sew up the rips with some thread
By night time my Lovey is ready to hug
And lie with me here in my bed
It's Lovey and me, Lovey and me
Together everywhere
It' Lovey and me

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8. Piggy Toes
Words: Martha Cheney
Music: Hap Palmer

Ten little piggies run thumpity thud
Ten little piggies squish into the mud
Ten little piggies so soft and so sweet
Don't you think toes are the best part of feet

Chorus:
Jiggle your piggy toes, wiggle your piggy toes
Giggle and wiggle and jiggle your toes
Jiggle your piggy toes, wiggle your piggy toes
Run those sweet piggies
right up to your rosy nose
Run them right up to your nose

Ten little piggies dig into the rug
Ten little piggies curl up like a bug
Ten little piggies go tippy tip toe
Toes are the best part of feet don't you know

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9. Walking
Words: Martha Cheney
Music: Hap Palmer

Chorus:
Walking, walking, walking, walking
Seems so easy now
But I remember when I was small
And I did not know how

I would take two steps and then fall down
And bump my bottom on the ground
My dad would say, That's okay"
"Try some more another day"

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I would take two steps and then two more
And fall down on the kitchen floor
But up I'd stand, dust my hands
And tell myself I know I can

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10. Daddy Be A Horsie
Words and Music: Hap Palmer

Daddy loves to squeeze me
and bounce me on his knee
Then we get down on the floor and roll my ball
He reads to me a story almost every night
But playin' horse is what I like the best of all

Chorus:
Daddy be a horsie, daddy be a horsie
Get down on your hands and knees
Daddy be a horsie, daddy be a horsie
Take me riding please

He tickles me and makes me laugh
when giving me a bath
He gets me dressed and ready
to go out and play
He picks me up and kisses me
before he goes to work
But I like it most when he comes home
and I can say

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11. Teddy Bear Ball
Words and Music: Hap Palmer

Dream a little dream, happy little scene
Teddy bears waltz
Full of fluffy charm, dancing arm in arm
Pudgy and soft
Swirling as they gaze in each other's eyes
Softly padded paws gliding swiftly by
You can see it all
There at the Teddy Bear Ball

Cheery little cubs giggle then they blush
Each time they see
Mom and daddy bear dancing cheek to cheek
So tenderly
Papa in a tux, whirling mom around
Orchid on her wrist, flowing satin gown
You can see it all
There at the Teddy Bear Ball

They lift their tiny cups to a bowl of punch
And sweetly pour
Then they fill their plates with the honey cakes
Bears all adore
Merrily they chat, share each other's snacks
Give each other hugs, pat each other's backs
You can see it all
There at the Teddy Bear Ball

Bouncy little bears playing in the band
Smile with each song
While conductor bear waving his baton
Sings right along
One bear on the drums, two accordions
Three to toot the horns, four on violins
You can see it all
There at the Teddy Bear Ball
(Counter Melody)
Dream, dream, sweetest you've seen
Lullabies lifting spirits high
Dream, dream, so serene
As teddy bears go waltzing by

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12. Today I Took My Diapers Off
Words and Music: Hap Palmer

Today I took my diapers off
I do not need them now
Just like grownups use the potty,
I am learning how

There's no more pins and sticky tapes
And waiting to be changed
Now if you will excuse me please
I have to go again

Chorus:
I have a little potty of my very own
It has a yellow ducky to hold on to
It's just the perfect size for someone big like me
''Tho it might be just a little small for you

Today I took my diapers off
I've never felt so free
My pants are not
puffed out in back
What you see is me

I have some bright new
underwear
Just like the big kids get
Before I go I pull them down
So I won't get them wet

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Today I took my diapers off
And put them in the drawer
I waved good-bye to them 'cause I
Won't need them anymore

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13. I Can Put My Clothes On By Myself
Words and Music: Hap Palmer

I can put my clothes on by myself!
I don't need help from anyone
I go through my drawer
and choose what I adore
Then proudly check the mirror when I'm done

So what if both my socks are not the same
I like getting dressed when I can choose
If one sock's white and red
and one is blue instead
My feet will still stay warm inside my shoes

And when I wear orange pants
with my green cap
You may think they clash with my pink shirt
But I might have a style
that helps the world to smile
And surely you'll agree that cannot hurt

Oh, I can put my clothes on by myself!
I don't need help from mom or dad
It takes more time I know
right now I'm kind of slow
But taking time is really not so bad

'Tho I can't tie my shoes like brother can
It won't be long 'til I can do it, too
'Tho I'm just learning how
I have no problems now
My Velcro shoes will do just fine thank you

So what if I wear winter clothes in spring
I'll just throw some off if I get hot
Who cares if I'm not dressed
the same as all the rest
On my block I'm still the proudest tot

'Cause I can put my clothes on by myself!
I don't need help from anyone
I go through my drawer and choose what I adore
Then proudly check the mirror when I'm done
Yes, I can put my clothes on by myself!

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14. What A Miracle
Words and Music: Hap Palmer

I have hands, I have hands
Watch me clap, watch me clap
Oh, what a miracle am I
I have feet, I have feet
Watch me stamp, watch me stamp
Oh, what a miracle am I

Chorus:
Oh, what a miracle! Oh, what a miracle!
Every little part of me
I'm something special, so very special
There's nobody quite like me

I have arms, I have arms
Watch me swing, watch me swing
Oh, what a miracle am I
I have legs, I have legs
They can bend and stretch,
they can bend and stretch
Oh, what a miracle am I

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I have a spine, I have a spine
It can twist and bend, it can twist and bend
Oh, what a miracle am I
I have one foot, I have one foot
Watch me balance, watch me balance
Oh, what a miracle am I

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15. Raggedy Rag Doll Friend
Words and Music: Hap Palmer

Bright colored rag clothes
Buttons for eyes and nose
That's my raggedy rag doll friend
Filled with just cotton
Look at it floppin'
That's my raggedy rag doll friend

You ask me, "How is it movin'
Without some muscles and bones?"
I just give it some lovin'
It comes alive and I'm never alone

Old fashioned dolly
Shufflin' so softly
Then laughin' and rollin' around in the rug
Tumblin' and twirlin'
My dolly goes whirlin'
Then lands in my lap for a nap and a hug

You ask me, "How does that moon-face
Keep smilin' year after year?"
I guess all of my huggin'
Just keeps it grinnin' from ear to ear

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You ask me, "How is it movin'
Without some muscles and bones?"
I just give it some lovin'
It comes alive and I'm never alone

Bright colored rag clothes
Buttons for eyes and nose
That's my raggedy rag doll friend

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16. Merry-Go-Round
Words and Music: Hap Palmer

Climb in the saddle and fasten your belt
Get set for the best thing that you've ever felt
It's your first time? Don't worry
These horses are in no great hurry
Up and down, up and down
'Round and 'round and 'round we go
Gently curving, whirling by
'Round and 'round and 'round we go
Riding the Merry-Go-Round

Hand painted figures of bright blue and gold
With shiny brass poles for the riders to hold
First the bell rings, then you're riding
With a feeling that's better than flying
Up and down, up and down
'Round and 'round and 'round we go
Gently curving, whirling by
'Round and 'round and 'round we go
As the organ plays
Making its bold, bright, brassy sound
All the ponies dance
Prancing along on the Merry-Go-Round

You wish you could ride on forever and then
Get right back on and go riding again
It's like gliding on clouds
As you swirl by the carnival crowds
Up and down, up and down
'Round and 'round and 'round we go
Gently curving, whirling by
'Round and 'round and 'round we go
Riding the Merry-Go-Round

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17. Teddy Bear
Words and Music: Hap Palmer

Fuzzy soft and furry, that's my teddy bear
Born without a worry or care
Never in a hurry, rushing everywhere
When I want to play, Teddy's there

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I love to rub his chubby tummy
And hug his roly-poly body
When Teddy cuddles close beside me
We always make each other happy
And when I toss him high above me
And catch him gently as a feather
I can almost hear his laughter
So glad that we can be together

When I get my toys out, Teddy always shares
Never fights or fusses "No fair!"
When my room's a clutter I know he won't care
Teddy bear's just glad to be there

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Never whines or whimpers when he topples down
Teddy smiles and waits 'til he's found
I dust him off and hug him; he's not hurt at all
He's my bouncy little fuzz ball

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18. Just Fun
Words and Music: Hap Palmer

Jumping up and down, jumping up and down
Bouncing up and down like a basketball
When somebody asks me
Why I'm jumping up and down
I tell them there's really no reason at all

It's just fun, jumping up and down
It's just fun, jumping up and down
Simple things can be so fine
Like the fun you can have just jumping around

Turning around, turning around
Like a top or a wheel or a carousel
When somebody asks me why I'm turning around
I just smile 'cause there's nothing to tell

It's just fun, turning around
It's just fun, turning around
Simple things can be so fine
Like the fun you can have just turning around

Simple things are everywhere
Things that anyone can do
And if you'd like to have some fun
You can join in, too !

Rolling around, rolling around
Like a kitten in a rug, or a rolling pin
When somebody asks me why I'm rolling around
I shrug my shoulders, giggle and grin

It's just fun, rolling around
It's just fun, rolling around
Simple things can be so fine
Like the fun you can have just rolling around
Jumping, turning, rolling
I guess by now
you're knowing
I love to do them
just for fun !

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19. Finger Foods
Words and Music: Hap Palmer

Chorus:
Finger foods, finger foods
I pick 'em up and pop 'em in
Smoosh 'em on my cheeks and chin
Eat 'em with a happy grin
Finger foods, finger foods
When I'm in a hungry mood
Momma, won't you please include
Some good old finger foods?

What to you is one big mess
To me is total happiness
I love to touch and feel the things I eat
I pat 'em with my pudgy hand
Hopin' that you'll understand
As I grow I'll stay more clean and neat

Mashed potatoes, crushed tomatoes
Apple bites and bits of meat
Glops and globs of cereal,
There's so much good food to eat!

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I pinch 'em with my fingertips
Smack 'em in my hungry lips
Now don't go sayin' baby's bein' rude
When I press peas in my palm
Please don't panic, just stay calm
It's my way of learning about food

Jouncing, bouncing in my seat
Daddy ring the dinner chime
Plop those pieces on my plate
Every meal's a party time !

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20. Boogie Woogie Wash Rag Blues
Words and Music: Hap Palmer

If you can get into the right frame of mind
You can have a real good time,
Just takin' a bath with the
Boogie Woogie Washrag Blues

You just put a little rhythm in the scrub
Do a little splashin' in the tub
Put a tickle in your toes
and a tingle on your nose
With the Boogie Woogie Washrag Blues

And you can scrub a little wow in your eyebrows
And rub a little glow on your elbows
Then add a little grin to your cheeks and chin
And put a little zip in your hips
Then give a gentle squeeze to your knees

Put a little charm in your arms
Then linger for awhile
on your fingers as you smile
With the Boogie Woogie Washrag Blues

Now put a little sparkle on your ankles
And scrub a little chuckle on your knuckles
Then rub a little bliss on your face and wrists
And any other place you might have missed

Then shine a little cheer on your ears
And put a little beat in your feet
And don't forget to check
Your stomach and your neck
With the Boogie Woogie Washrag Blues
Yeah, the Boogie-The Boogie Woogie Washrag Blues

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21. Goodnight Story Time
Words and Music: Hap Palmer

When dinner time is over
and day is almost gone
When I've had my bath
and put my warm pajamas on
I run up to my shelf and look
For my favorite storybook
Then cuddle up in mommy's lap

We can say good night to the moon
Travel where the wild things are
Run away with bunny
Help Pooh Bear eat his honey
or wish upon a star

In make-believe a magic seed
Grows a beanstalk we can climb
And a giant peach can fly
With seagulls in the sky
In Good Night Story Time

We might meet Peter Rabbit
running from the farmer
Or greet King Arthur's knights in shining armor
Spy on Rumpelstiltskin weaving straw to gold
In days of old gone by

Snuggled up in daddy's arms
Reading tales and nursery rhymes
Where Little Bo-Peep's sheep
lead me off to sleep
In Good Night Story Time

We can sail the seven seas,
find an island anytime
Where birds fly down to nest
And seals swim in to rest
In Good Night Story Time

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Credits:
Arranger and Recording Engineer: Bob Summers Lead Vocals, Acoustic Guitar and Flute: Hap Palmer Keyboards, Bass, Guitars, Emulator: Bob Summers Flute, Saxophone, Clarinet: John Clarke, Joel Peskin Oboe, Bass Clarinet: John Clarke Electric Piano: George Price Bass: Bill Perry Background Vocals: Karen Wilson Harper, Juanice Charmaine, Jacie Berry, Hap Palmer Children's Chorus: Eddie Aragon, David Barbee, Richard Carter, Danielle Elmore, Tai Elmore, Manuj Kamineni, Ryan Medvitz, Aubry Miller, Danny Palmer, Wesley Palmer, Sean Pierce, Bren Price, Nicole Price, Eric Pritchard, Aram Sarkissian, Mike Summers Children's Chorus Director: Penny Summers, Alberta Gysin Produced by Don Perry, Bob Summers, Hap Palmer Mastering Engineer: Doug Sax Educational Consultant: Angelia Leung Guidebook Editors: Paula W. Benjamin, Betty Williams Designed and Illustrated by: Carole Schumacher Onaitis.

All songs published by Hap-Pal Music. ©Hap-Pal Music all rights reserved. No part of these lyrics or activities may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means without permission from the publisher.

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