Classics+for+Kids

=Classics for Kids, [|www.classicsforkids.com]=

Authority
This domain (.com) is logical because of the source. This site is copyright of Cincinnati Classical Public Radio Inc. and no individual author is given for the site. The fact that it is copyrighted in 2007 is a sign of credentials as is the list of sponsors for the site (see Purpose)

Instructional Content
This website is overflowing with musical content. There are shows on different classical composers, music of the composers provided by NAXOS, music worksheets, a musical dictionary, musical games and descriptions of instruments of the orchestra including everything from violins to harmonicas and xylophones. Classics for Kids also has programs on various radio stations in a few different states and a listing of musical events that are going on in Cincinnati.

Standards that can be addressed through this site are:
 * 4. Composing and arranging music within specified guidelines
 * 5. Reading and notating music
 * 6. Listening to, analyzing, and describing music
 * 7. Evaluating music and music performances
 * 9. Understanding music in relation to history and culture.

Purpose, Viewpoint
The page’s intent is to educate children in a way that is enjoyable for them. The page is sponsored by: GE Foundation, Time Warner Cable, Greater Cincinnati Foundation, Charles H. Dater Foundation, Martha Holding Jennings Foundation, Graeter’s, Fine Arts Fund, Buddy Roger’s Music, and the Sutphin Family Foundation. There are a great many links to other educational sites through many organizations.

Reputation
This is linked to by a variety of websites: poststar.com, [|www.k12.hi.us/~mkunimit/more_teachers_sites.htm] (a site with teacher resources), Notre Dame Academy ([|www.ndapa.org/library_tLinks.htm]), Cincinnati’s Classical Public Radio, and many more. It is referred to by a variety of schools and public resources.

Overall Evaluation
This site is a wonderful resource for teachers and parents. It has a very attractive set-up that is geared towards children and just has a lot available. The information provided is very informative and the site covers a great many of the standards. Rating: ++++ (4/4 stars)

Reviewer: Sara Marshall 04/05/2006

Updated by: Stephen Allen on 4/4/07