Happy Tunes, Catchy Beats

Children's tunes often have a way of getting lodged in a parent's mind long after the music has stopped playing — whether one likes it or not. But singer Joanie Leeds makes catchy music that little ones — and their parents — won't mind hearing again and again. Her debut album, "City Kid," is an upbeat collection that is a tribute to New York City. It boasts original songs such as "Ice Cream," "Tongue Twister," and "Sushi," on which she chants, "tuna, yellowtail ... roll it up, roll it up, I love sushi." The CD also includes classics such as "You Are My Sunshine" and "I've Been Working on the Railroad/Hinei Rakevet," on which the singer remixes the track with Hebrew lyrics that translate to "Here Comes the Train." Ms. Leeds performs live, with guitar in hand, at children's birthday parties and special events. Parents can hire Ms. Leeds or simply pop in her CD to keep youngsters with boundless energy entertained. For more information and to purchase, go to joanieleeds.com.