The Goddard School

If you’ve ever wondered what social-emotional learning is, there’s an exciting, free Parenting with Goddard webinar that will explain it all! Join Dr. Lauren Starnes, SVP and Chief Academic Officer at Goddard Systems, on October 6 at 8 PM ET for an information-packed session.

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Are you curious about whether the pandemic has changed your children’s immune systems? Watch Jack Maypole, M.D., pediatrician and the Comprehensive Care Program Director at Boston Medical Center, discusses this topic in his Parenting with Goddard video — we think it will help ease some concerns!

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Young children easily connect with characters found in stories, which helps them retain the message and lessons from the book. In this Parenting with Goddard video, Lee Scott, chair of the Educational Advisory Board, explains how stories promote learning, impact behaviors and support social-emotional skills development.

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Young children often struggle during transitions, such as switching from playtime to bedtime or from one center to another. Lauren Starnes, Ph.D., Ed.D., SVP and chief academic officer, says the best way to help children through times of transition is to create simple, consistent routines in this Parenting with Goddard video.

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Back-to-school time means we get to see old friends and make new ones! We know that young children are learning how to develop friendships, which takes time to master. For families who want to help their children develop great friendships, we’ve compiled some expert advice that ranges from reading books to playing games.

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Did you know that one of the most important skills children need to develop is creativity? According to Helen Hadani, Ph.D., fellow at The Brookings Institute, it’s one of six skills children need to thrive in today’s world. In her Parenting with Goddard video, she explores ways you can help your children nurture their creativity.

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We know that babies and toddlers are born to learn. In this Parenting with Goddard video, Jennifer Jipson, Ph.D., chair and professor of psychology and child development at Cal Poly, offers helpful advice on how boost your little one’s learning through everyday interactions.

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Tripping over toys is just another parental rite of passage.

During our final weeks of Summer with Goddard, your children will take what they’ve learned and apply it to everyday moments that make an impact. Whether it’s caring for the environment or building meaningful friendships, your children will know that they can make a difference in the world!

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Happy Mother’s Day to all of the amazing moms, mother figures, grandmoms and caregivers! We know how much you do behind-the-scenes, but it’s time for you to take center stage. Get in those pictures so your children and families can capture lasting memories with you!

Share your favorite photo with your little ones in the comments!

During our final weeks of Summer with Goddard, your children will take what they’ve learned and apply it to everyday moments that make an impact. Whether it’s caring for the environment or building meaningful friendships, your children will know that they can make a difference in the world!

The World is Changing, the second theme of Summer with Goddard, will have your children exploring the world around them and noticing how it changes. From weather patterns to skills development, this theme will have them following their natural curiosity and making new discoveries every day!

Summer with Goddard will follow three engaging themes: I Am Changing, The World is Changing and I Can Change the World. Our first theme, I Am Changing, will focus on helping children build confidence, learn new skills and celebrate all of their amazing accomplishments!

We know your children are filled with big ideas about the world around them! We invite you to discover these big ideas by enrolling in Summer with Goddard, our 12-week program focused on outdoor play and fun learning experiences. Your children will put their ideas and curiosity to use as they inspire, investigate, imagine and invent all summer long!

Toddlers know how to keep us busy—and we wouldn't want it any other way! 🏃

Life is all about balance!