Parenting with Goddard Blog
Insightful resources, practical tips, engaging videos and fun activities to help support you on your parenting journey.
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Ten Indoor Activities to Keep Young Children Busy During Winter
As the winter months roll in, keeping young children entertained can become quite a challenge. Cold weather often forces us indoors, but that doesn't mean you have to sacrifice fun and learning opportunities.
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Teach Your Little One About Gratitude
It's more important than ever to instill in our children the value of gratitude; gratitude is the foundation for happiness, resilience, and empathy. It helps children appreciate the good things in their lives, even the small ones. When children are grateful, they are more likely to be content, compassionate, and helpful.
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Cranberry Cake Recipe
Enjoy this recipe for delicious and beautiful Cranberry Cake from one of our Goddard parents.
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Holiday Gift Guide For Children of All Ages
As the holidays approach, gift giving is often top of mind, especially for those who have children and teens in their lives. When choosing gifts for children it’s important to consider the recipient, making selections based on what they will like best.
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Managing Stress Around the Holidays
The holiday season is a time of joy and celebration with family and friends, however it can also be a significant source of stress. The increased family responsibilities and jam-packed schedules that accompany the holidays can be exhausting, which makes being mindful of your needs essential.
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Teaching Children Gratitude: Age-Appropriate Methods for Fostering Thankfulness
Fostering a sense of appreciation in children is often one of the most unexpectedly challenging lessons for a parent to teach. However, encouraging gratitude from an early age can cultivate a lifetime of happiness and satisfaction.
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4 Common Attention-Seeking Behaviors In Children & How To Respond
In today's fast-paced world, it's becoming increasingly common to see children exhibiting attention-seeking behaviors. Dr. Lauren (Starnes) Loquasto, SVP and chief academic officer at Goddard Systems, was recently featured on Romper.com to give her expert advice on attention-seeking behaviors.
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Arts & Crafts: Art Activities for Preschoolers
Click here to learn more about the benefits of arts and crafts for preschoolers. Learn about the social, emotional, creative, and educational benefits.
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Ways To Prepare Your Child for Daylight Savings
Time changes become a source of frustration for families and their children. To offset the upcoming fall back, here are some ways to help make the transition a little easier for your family.