Mr. Todd Knudsen

Christ Watches Over Us Words and Music by Todd R. Knudsen Christ watches over me/you he always has Even in the dark abyss of my/your darkest nights He believes in me/you when I wander He leaves the ninety-nine to rescue me/you Chorus: For God so loved the world That he gave his Son That all who believe on him Will have everlasting life Christ helps me/you see the light when I am/your blinded He teaches me/you to become like him When I’m/you’re full of joy Christ rejoices He marked the path that leads to joy (Chorus) Christ will deliver us from our enemies Through our faith in him and his tender mercies I know Christ loves us I know he lives He died for us on the cross at Calvary (Chorus) When Christ comes again in power and glory He’ll bring peace to the righteous of the world Then will shout Hosannas on bended knees Worship Christ as our Lord and King (Chorus) Christ watches over us he always has His love for us is infinite © Todd R. Knudsen 2020 All rights reserved

"What Are Little Boys Made Of? What Are Little Girls Made Of?" This popular nursery rhyme dates back to the early 19th century. With an additional verse and original music makes this a fun, one of a kind children's song! © Todd R. Knudsen 1998 All rights reserved. Pictures courtesy of Pixabay.com

This is a fun Dinosaur Song based on Pattie Schnetzler book "Ten Little Dinosaurs" illustrated by Jim Harris. Ten Little Dinosaurs is a counting book (backward from 10) as well as a rhyming book. The humorous illustrations are engaging and fun.The Dinosaurs are depicted in a way that will make children laugh and sing. A twist on "Ten Little Monkeys Jumping on the Bed" It is appropriate for kids in preschool, kindergarten, first grade and beyond. The book with this song would be great for a dinosaur theme or unit, or for math practice. Music written and sung by Todd Knudsen

“Safari Man” is a fun children's song about wanting to grow up to be an adventurous safari man sung in acapella.🎶 Featuring the musical talents of Chad and Todd Knudsen. Many thanks to Don Freeman for recording this song. © Todd R. Knudsen 1996 All rights reserved. Pictures courtesy of Pixabay.com

"My Shadow" inspired by Robert Louis Stevenson's (1850-1894) poem "My Shadow"; along with many care free days playing with shadows as a child. The first verse is from Robert Louis Stevenson’s poem. The rest of the song is brought to life with original words. Many thanks, to Don Freeman for playing percussion, mandolin and recording this song. © Todd R. Knudsen 1998 All rights reserved. Pictures courtesy of Pixabay.com

Monkey See Monkey Do is a children's song about dancing, singing and doing what the monkeys do at the zoo. Monkey pictures! Yes, Gibbon are apes but the Gibbons at our zoo inspired my monkey song! Monkey sounds and vocals by Chad and Todd Knudsen. Many thanks to Don Freeman for recording this song and for his many magical musical contributions making this recording one of a kind! © Todd R. Knudsen 1993 All rights reserved. Cover © Barbra Rees Knudsen 2002 All rights reserved. Monkey pictures courtesy of Pixabay.com

Mr Knudsen's arrangement of the McCord School Song.

"I Love to Read" a song about the joys and wonders of reading. My mother reading stories to my older sister and me are some of my fondest memories. "You may have tangible wealth untold; caskets of jewels and coffers of gold. Richer than I you can never be. I had a mother who read to me." Strickland Gillian.

“Joseph the Man" is a song about Joseph as a young boy who prayed with faith in a grove of trees and saw God the Father and Jesus Christ; the husband of Emma Hale Smith and a loving father. The martyr with his brother while in the Carthage Illinois jail, by a mob. His mother Lucy Mack Smith tender feelings and experiences after their death. “He lived great, and died great in the eyes of God and his people; and like most of the Lord's anointed in ancient times, has sealed his mission and his works with his own blood; and so has his brother Hyrum. In Life they were not divided, and in death they were not separated!” Elder John Taylor (Doctrine and Covenants 135:3). Joseph Smith the prophet of the restoration and his legacy of the gospel of Jesus Christ being taught throughout the world. Joseph Smith Jr. Dec. 23, 1805 - June 27, 1844. Hyrum Smith Feb. 9, 1800 - June 27, 1844. “Joseph the Man” © Todd R. Knudsen 1999 All Rights Reserved. To learn more about Joseph Smith's history visit: http://josephsmith.net/​ Joseph Smith The Prophet of the Restoration https://www.mormonchannel.org/watch/c...​ Remembering the Martyrdom https://history.lds.org/article/remem...​ Who Killed Joseph Smith? https://history.lds.org/article/museu...​ Children are the Future http://youtu.be/WKBhJVLU4Mg

"I Love to Read" a song about the joys and wonders of reading. My mother reading stories to my older sister and me are some of my fondest memories. "You may have tangible wealth untold; caskets of jewels and coffers of gold. Richer than I you can never be. I had a mother who read to me." Strickland Gillian. Many thanks to Don Freeman playing percussion, guitar and recording this song. © Todd R. Knudsen 1996 All rights reserved. Pictures courtesy of Pixabay.com

I wrote “Hummingbirds Hum When They Fly” to help teach children how to sing better. The chorus was inspired by a mischievous fly at a wedding. I was playing the piano and singing when all of a sudden a fly landed on my nose and started walking back and forth. Then at the climax of the song the fly went right up my nose. After a very short pause I continued the song. Many people thought I was emotional during the song. Not! An entertaining children's song about the amazing hummingbirds that fascinate both the young and old. Vocals by Chad and Todd Knudsen. Many Thanks to Don Freeman playing percussion, mandolin and recording this song. © Todd R. Knudsen All rights reserved. Pictures courtesy of Pixabay.com

A favorite children's song about five fun mischievous monkeys jumping on their bed. Original music by Todd Knudsen with traditional words. © Todd R. Knudsen 1990 All rights reserved.

For my dad and all the wonderful fathers that have been and are in the lives of their children! "Daddy, Daddy, Daddy" Music & words by Todd Knudsen © Todd R. Knudsen 2000 All rights reserved.

Children Are the Future, the most precious gifts from God. I dedicate this song to my mom and dad, my wife, my children, my grandchildren, all the children around the world and all the children yet unborn, may they have a voice through us with love. © Todd R. Knudsen 2015 All rights reserved. Sheet Music 🎶 https://drive.google.com/file/d/1gi2Q...​ This song may be copied for incidental, noncommercial, church or home use.

“Animals we need” a beautiful love song for all the magical animals all over the world. From deep inside our oceans to the highest mountain tops and everywhere in between; there are all kinds of animals we need and love! Music and words by Todd Knudsen. © Todd R. Knudsen 1995 All rights reserved.

"Big and Gray the Elephant" a playful children's song about elephants. Many thanks, to Don Freeman for recording this song. © Todd R. Knudsen 1994 all rights reserved.

A song of some of my childhood memories and growing up! "Growing Up" Music & words by Todd R. Knudsen © Todd R. Knudsen 1994 All rights reserved.