Here Comes Science

Some kids memorize every lyric of a pop song but can’t remember the planets in order; science music flips that dynamic to your advantage. Here Comes Science is They Might Be Giants’ album of kids’ science songs, covering topics like the sun, elements, and cells with catchy tunes and clever lyrics. Originally created as a CD/DVD combo, many of the songs also have animated videos floating around online. Parents love that the music is quirky enough for adults to tolerate, even on repeat. It’s ideal for roughly ages 4–10 and works well for car rides, morning time, or as a warm-up before science lessons. Some concepts skim the surface rather than going deeply into any one topic, so you’ll want to treat them as hooks, not full explanations. Pro tip: pick one song to be your “anthem” for a unit and play it daily while kids draw or build related to the theme.