---"I write to express my admiration for your unique and wonderful work on children's songs and stories. What I've heard so far makes me confident in sating that your CDs will be a very special aid in many ways to parents and children alike -- an aid in musical appreciation and development, in the process of storytelling (and the great gifts that a beautiful child's story brings), and in general in the improvement of literacy in ways that are genuinely creative and imaginative.
---The Songs are wonderful and the singing is wonderful -- really lovely, a thing of beauty. My reaction is proof that we never really grow out of childhood, we just grow layers of life over it, and it iw always there, ready to show itself, maybe the best part of us.... that's what your songs and singing show -- the best part in us, at any age, is the child in us. You manage to draw that out with great loveliness and warmth and tenderness.... you sing with real love."
---- Dr. Sacvan Bercovitch, Cabot Proffesor of American Literature, Harvard University
---"I love these tapes! Beautiful, gentle, varied and hummable, they stimulate my own creativity. They are develpmentally appropriate in concept and action. I use them in classes and for myself, to soothe stress in these busy times."
---- Dr. Joanna Jones, Parent, Grandparent, and also Child Development Faculty, Chaffey, MSAC, UCLA
---"Thank you! These tapes are so lovely! I also use them at home with my daughters, to enjoy the action and just to relax together."
---- Carol Salazar, Parent, Grandparent, and also Teacher, Inland Empire
---"Raquel was my daughter's teacher at Chaffet College Children's Center. She w
as always humming and singing to the children. My daughter still remembers the songs and stories she sang 10 years ago! Raquel made a lasting, positive impact in her life as wall as in mine. I play her tapes in my classroom every day. Keep up the good work!"
---- Angie Marin, Parent, and also Preschool Teacher, Fontana Unified School District
---"The songs are wonderful for children, to build self-esteem, because they are so up and make us all feel great! When I listen to the music, I immediately feel happy! It lifts my spirits and I want to sing along!"
---- Sandy Hardie, Director, Children's Programs, Chaffey College
---"Raquel's music and stories are wonderful. It instantly puts everyone in a good mood; it's something you can depend on to lift your spirits. All teachers need these tapes!"
---- Yolanda Carrillo, Parent, Teacher, and also Program Director, Corona YMCA
---"Raquel's Songs and stories speak to the child in us all. Developmentally appropriate for children, so enjoyable for adults, they make you feel good! My sone, Darrel, had enjoyed these tapes since he was a preshcooler. I fully recommend Raquel's music and stories."
---- Judy Brewer-Calvillo, Parent and also Child Development Instructor, Chaffey College
---"I am so thankful for the hard work you've done to accomplish a masterpeice of fine children's music! Your voice is so angelic; it goes perfect with the music! I love your voice! You're a very talented person who is truly blessed to have a voice like yours! Thanks for putting you special gift to work! I am a preschool teacher of 3-and-4-year-olds. At times during naps I've had parents come in early and compliment your (lullabies) CD! They love it! A few have even asked where they could get one. Also, my class' favorite song is 'Someone Hiding' (Sing and Play, Loo-La-Lay CD) -- they scream with excitement when I turn it on! We love your work!"
---- Christine Estrada, Teacher, Fontana, CA
---"Our teachers expressly appreciate the 'lullaby effect' on the children; it helps them relax. They simply adore all the songs!"
---- Linda Kaliher, Parent, and also Owner/Director, Montessori Schoolhouse, Inland Empire
---"We have one set of tapes for every classroom. We love them! They are used all the time. Our infants and toddlers are lulled to sleep by the calming tunes and lyrics of the lullabies - a favorite for naptime and for quiet time listening."
---- Pam Murphy, School Administrator, Inland Empire
---"What you did with my class was awesome! I love everything; I have a 'Raquel' box where I keep all of the tapes and pictures."
---- Diane Hawkins, Parent, and also Child Development Instructer, San Diego County
---"What a wonderful music experience! Raquel's tapes are a must in any childcare program!"
---- Connie Rodriquez, Parent, and also Director, Cal-Poly Pomona Children's Center
---"The children in all classes enjoyed the Music of the Three Bears (Curly Locks) and the wonderful music of the Dinosaurs tape. Such catchy music! We passed it around. Each class couldn't wait to get the music. We play-acted the Three Bears with the music."
---- Mary Lou Rendon, Assistant Teacher, Inland Empire
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