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Frances England, one of the most important voices in family music, takes listeners on a shimmering sonic journey and makes a bold new case for the value of paying attention to the undiscovered treasures we pass every day. Over two years, Frances took walks around the neighborhoods of her city and, with a hand-held microphone, recorded sounds that she’d always heard, but never paid much attention to. She wrote some new songs, and with the help of Grammy winning producer Dean Jones and Dave Winer (of Justin Roberts’ Not Ready for Naptime Players), she produced her latest all-ages album. “Explorer of the World” will be released April 1, 2016.

Our Thoughts

We spent a month teaching the kids all about the world. We talked about the different continents and some of the major cultures and countries on these continents. This album was the soundtrack to my unit on the world and we LOVED it. I really can’t say enough good things about this album and Frances England. Teaching children to love and explore the world around them is something that is so important for children. Teaching them to love the world around them helps them grow into adults that will also love the world around them. Her music helps foster curiosity in children and I love it. It’s upbeat and fun for kiddos of all ages. If you’re in the Pacific Northwest you should try and see her live. Check out her website for more details on her live shows.

Here is a preview for her new album Explore the World:

Follow Frances England on Social Media for new songs, concert dates and tons of fun! You can find her on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and Youtube! BONUS!!! A Frances England Explorer of the World special will air four times on SiriusXM Kids Place Live satellite radio over the weekend of April 1-3.

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