Hans Christian Andersen (album) facts for kids

I'm Hans Christian Andersen is a fun music album for kids by the Australian musician Franciscus Henri. It came out in 1994 on a CD. This album was so good that it was nominated for an ARIA Music Award in 1995. An ARIA Award is a big prize for music in Australia. The album was nominated for Best Children's Album.

Album Songs

This album features many songs, including some written by Franciscus Henri himself. It also includes songs inspired by famous stories, like "The Ugly Duckling" and "Thumbelina." These songs help bring classic tales to life through music.

• I’m Hans Christian Andersen
• The Ugly Duckling
• Sunshine, Rainbows and Umbrellas (F.Henri)
• An Old Tin Can (F.Henri)
• Scarecrow (F.Henri)
• Three Little Sparrows (F.Henri)
• When the Train Comes Along
• Piggy on the Railway
• Bessie the Steam Train
• Phone Call to Grandma (F.Henri)
• Old People (F.Henri)
• My Bag of Lollies (F.Henri)
• The Green Eyed Dragon
• Jellybean Street (F.Henri)
• Lighthouse
• Baby Beluga
• The Albatross Song (Pacific Blue) (F.Henri)
• School Days (F.Henri)
• Fishes Wishes (F.Henri)
• Inch Worm
• Thumbelina
• Tick Tock (F.Henri)
• Mummy Give Me a Drink of Water

Related Video

In 1994, a video called Franciscus Henri sings I'm Hans Christian Andersen and other songs was also released. This video lets you watch Franciscus Henri perform some of the songs from the album. It was directed and produced by Lindesay Dresdon.

Video Song List

The video includes a selection of songs from the album and other popular tunes. It's a great way to enjoy the music visually.

• Phone Call to Grandma
• I'm Hans Christian Andersen
• The Ugly Duckling
• Four Rubbish Bins
• My Bag of Lollies
• The Little Red Car Song
• Sea Dreams
• Sailing
• At the Bottom of the Sea
• Three Jellyfish
• Thumbelina
• Mummy Give Me a Drink of Water.

Video Release Details

The video was first released on VHS tape.

VHS Release Dates

• Australia: 26 September 1994