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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Managing Summer Schedules for Busy Families
Building a summer schedule is a game-changer for both kids and grown-ups. Try these tips to create a summer schedule that works for your family.
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Screen Time Guidelines for Summer Break
Follow the steps below to create a reward system at home that helps limit your child's screen time this summer.
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Why Social-Emotional Development Matters in Preschool
Socialization in early childhood lays the groundwork for empathy, resilience and collaboration— skills that will carry your child through school and through life.
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Mother’s Day Bouquet Your Child’s Way
Looking for a child-friendly Mother’s Day craft? Try this twist on the classic Mother’s Day bouquet!
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Child-Friendly Crafts for Teacher Appreciation Week
Show teachers you care with these thoughtful craft ideas. Easy projects children can make for Teacher Appreciation Week.
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Fine Motor Skills and Fun: Letter Writing at Home
Ms. Shabria’s classroom at The Goddard School of West Orange did a letter writing activity that combined handwriting, fine motor skills and fun! Try it at home!
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What Teachers Really Want: Gift Ideas for Teacher Appreciation Week
We’ve created this gift guide with a range of ideas — from free to specialty gifts — just in time for Teacher Appreciation Week!
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Fun and Educational Ways for Children to Celebrate Earth Day
April 22 is Earth Day, which is the perfect time for little hands to dig into nature, explore the world around them and learn how they can help protect it.
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Fun, Harmless April Fools' Day Pranks to Play on Your Kids
April 1 is the perfect excuse to add a little silliness to your home! Kids love surprises, and lighthearted pranks are a great way to create fun memories.