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This category brings together children's vinyl records in various styles, ranging from playful songs to amusing stories and original creations.

Ideal for sparking curiosity, stimulating imagination, and sharing musical moments with the family.

Children's music on vinyl: Awakening young ears, one groove at a time

When records told stories: the golden age of the book-and-record set

From the 1950s to the late 1980s, vinyl was the very first audio medium to find its way into children's bedrooms. Philips and Adès book-and-record sets paired the voices of celebrated actors with beautifully illustrated sleeves, in France, François Périer narrated Le Petit Prince while Jean Topart brought Babar to life. Disney 45s had whole generations singing along to Snow White, Bambi and The Jungle Book on humble portable turntables. Today, these charming artefacts are spinning once again in the homes of collector-parents eager to offer a tangible, screen-free listening experience.

From Fabulettes to film scores: The records that stand the test of time

Anne Sylvestre's Fabulettes, first pressed by Barclay in 1962, remain the gold standard of French-language children's song, lyrically sharp and never condescending. Henri Dès built a loyal following from 1977 onwards with warm, folk-inflected albums like Cache-Cache, whose original pressings are now highly sought after. Disney soundtracks, from the 1967 Jungle Book to Frozen, are timeless vinyl staples, alongside Anglo-American gems such as Carole King's Really Rosie and Raffi's beloved singalongs. When hunting for a well-preserved original or comparing prices on recent reissues, Vinyles.com gathers offers from multiple specialist sellers, making the collector's quest that much simpler.

Frequently asked questions

Are children's vinyl records any different from regular records in terms of format or playback?
No, they use the same standard formats (LP, 7-inch, and sometimes 78 rpm for very early releases) and are compatible with any correctly set-up turntable. The only quirk with used children's records is that they were often handled by little hands, so a thorough clean before the first spin is highly advisable.
Which historic labels should collectors know about when exploring children's vinyl?
Adès and Philips dominated the French book-and-record market from the 1950s to the 1980s. Disneyland Records and later I.D.M. pressed Disney soundtracks for the French market. Barclay released Anne Sylvestre's early Fabulettes, while the Swiss label Auvidis produced high-quality musical tales. Keep an eye out too for Lucien Adès productions and Le Petit Ménestrel 7-inches, true time capsules for French-speaking collectors.
Does Vinyles.com sell the children's records listed on the site directly?
No, Vinyles.com is a price comparison tool, not a retailer. We aggregate real-time offers from several partner merchants (specialist shops, marketplaces, independent record stores) so you can compare prices and choose the seller that best suits your needs. Sales terms, record condition, shipping, and after-sales service are handled entirely by the merchant you select.
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