Songs and Musical Mantras
for Successful Parenting
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Words & Melodies by Charlie Appelstein, MSW
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This novel approach to parent education combines rhythm, rhyme,
wordplay, and engaging melodies to promote core child-rearing practices. A
handy companion for all seasons of family life.
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More than 25 singers and musicians were used to create Parent Rapsody, including: gospel singers from Boston’s Berklee School of Music; the choir from Temple Shalom in Newton, MA; an award winning trumpet player from Boston College; an internationally renowned vocalist from Virginia, and various members of the popular band, The Adam Ezra Group.
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This approach to parent education is based on the science of neurology:
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“The brain is designed to change in response to patterned, repetitive stimulation.â€
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By using engaging melodies and mantras (raps), we hope to make the important Â
principles and techniques presented in this CD more accessible to parents.

