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  1. September  08, 2020 / Teachers Reveal the Big Ways Their Classrooms Have Changed This Fall For the Pandemic

    Parents/ Melissa Mills/ Here are just some of the ways teachers are having to reconfigure their classrooms—all with the safety of their students in mind. more >

  2. September  04, 2020 / Help Your Child Have a Successful Remote School Year with These 5 Things

    Daily Beast/ Steven John/ When the coronavirus cleared out classrooms in the spring of 2020, the shift to online learning was anything but smooth for many schools and households. more >

  3. August  26, 2020 / How the Pandemic is Strengthening Father-Child Relationships

    Psychology Today/ Kyle D. Pruett M.D./ On a recent telehealth check-up with a six-year-old patient and her father, I asked her whether she missed school. more >

  4. August  20, 2020 / The Goddard School® Presents the 12th Annual Anthony A. Martino Memorial Scholarship to Outstanding Goddard Graduate from Portland, OR

    Breanna Guo was awarded $10,000 to help her pursue college studies in liberal arts more >

  5. August  10, 2020 / Waivers, limited class sizes, and 'indoor shoes' are just some of the ways private preschools are planning to reopen in the fall

    Business Insider/ Robin Madell/ Some preschools are ready to reopen with new guidelines and procedures to prevent the spread of coronavirus. more >

  6. August  06, 2020 / Everything You Need for Remote Learning (for Every Type of Kid)

    New York Magazine's The Strategist/ Steven John/ As back-to-school season approaches, so too comes the reality that many students will remain in full-time remote learning for the foreseeable future, while others will be relegated to at least several days a week spent “at school” from home. more >

  7. July  31, 2020 / How to Go "Back to School" During the COVID-19 Pandemic

    Woman's Day/ James Barenett/ Here, experts share tips to set your child up for success when going back to school during COVID-19. more >

  8. July  29, 2020 / Separation Worries Could Be Significant as Schools Reopen

    Psychology Today/ Dr. Kyle Pruett M.D./ As I was physically distancing (my preferred term since the other one seems anti-social) from the young family ahead of me in line at the grocery store, the masked kindergartener turned, made eye contact, and said, “Hi.” more >

  9. July  27, 2020 / The Best Toys for 3-Year-Olds — That Even Your Angsty Threenager Will Love

    SheKnows/ Sabrina Rojas Weiss/ More needs to be said about the complexity of 3-year-olds. more >

  10. July  15, 2020 / How To Turn Your Customers Into Raving Fans

    Forbes/ Paul Koulogeorge/ We probably all know that person. more >

  11. July  13, 2020 / What Experts Think About Reopening Schools

    Healthline/ Kristen Fischer/ It’s going to be back-to-school time soon, but will children go into the classrooms? more >

  12. July  07, 2020 / Do Babies Understand Facial Expressions? Experts Explain

    Romper/ Jessica Booth/ Infants spend a lot of their time in your arms or very close by, gazing at your face in amazement. more >

  13. July  02, 2020 / Expert Tips For Teaching Your Kids to Speak Up Against Racism

    POPSUGAR/ Chandler Plante/ In kids, racism can be less obvious — it's bullying or exclusion or the labeling of someone as "bad" for no other reason than they look different from their peers. more >

  14. June  25, 2020 / How the Pandemic Affects Young Children’s Emotional Health

    Psychology Today/Kyle Pruett/ I was not expecting Tommy’s father to say, “Doc, I’m not sure that a hyperactivity attention diagnosis is right. more >

  15. June  25, 2020 / The Best Toddler Toys to Get Kids Through the Terrible Twos

    SheKnows/ Sabrina Rojas Weiss/ We know that children learn through play, especially the youngest toddlers and preschoolers, who aren’t exactly picking up a book to study its contents. more >

  16. June  16, 2020 / When Do Toddlers Start Playing Pretend? Experts Explain

    Romper/ Ashley Jones/ Playing peek-a-boo and stacking blocks are great and all, but when you're parenting a baby, you might find yourself wishing for playtime that is just a bit more...lively. more >

  17. June  04, 2020 / The best playhouses for kids, according to experts

    Business Insider/ Patricia Grisafi/ As a kid, it doesn’t get much better than having a miniature house to call your own. more >

  18. June  04, 2020 / How Parents Can Help An Anxious Kid

    RedBook/Jessica Booth/ You want to gently introduce children to their fears instead of just throwing them in there. more >

  19. May  21, 2020 / What Kids Learn from Water Play and 7 Fun Activities to Try This Summer

    Parents/ Nicole Harris/ Playing with water is not only fun, but it can improve a child’s physical and cognitive development. more >

  20. May  20, 2020 / Parents, Stop Worrying About These 5 Things During The Pandemic, Experts Say

    Romper/ Abi Berwager Schreier/ On top of worrying about the health of friends and family during this pandemic, every single parent I know is being extra hard on themselves right now — myself included. more >

  21. May  15, 2020 / Kids Are So Over Zoom. Here's What To Do About It.

    HuffPost/Catherine Pearson/ Video calls can be a harsh reminder of the sudden changes in your child's life. more >

  22. May  14, 2020 / 12 fun outdoor toys for toddlers, including kiddie pools, water tables, scooters, and tricycles

    Insider/Alicia Betz/ Many kids love to explore the great outdoors, but others need a little help from an exciting toy to draw them outside or to extend their play. more >

  23. April  28, 2020 / 18 outdoor toys and games for kids of all ages

    Business Insider/ Patricia Grisafi/ It can be hard to get kids off screens and into the great outdoors. more >

  24. April  24, 2020 / 7 Ways to Exercise at Home With a Toddler or Preschooler

    Parents/ Maressa Brown/ At home with a rambunctious toddler or preschooler? Here's how to exercise in a way that gets your heart pumping and helps run down their energy, too. more >

  25. April  22, 2020 / 8 Surefire Signs That a Toy Won’t Last

    Fatherly/ Matt Christensen/ The best toys have a lot in common. So do those that won't stand the test of time. more >

  26. April  21, 2020 / Why Cooking With Kids Is Worth The Effort - And How to Get Started

    Today Parenting Team/ Jamie Davis Smith/ When rainy days, a lack of plans, or a global pandemic keeps you inside with kids heading to the kitchen with your little ones is a classic way to pass the time. more >

  27. April  02, 2020 / This Eye Contact Trick Will Help Prevent Your Toddler from Running Away from You

    PureWow/ Rachel Bowie/ A month ago I was at the playground for a quick catch-up with my friend and her toddler. more >

  28. April  01, 2020 / The Best Outdoor Toys for Kids, According to Experts

    New York Magazine's The Strategist/ Steven John/ Spring is upon us, and now is usually the moment when parents are thinking about how to get their kids out of the house, away from the screens, and into the fresh air. more >

  29. April  01, 2020 / 10 Ways to Talk to Your Kids about Coronavirus without Scaring Them

    Red Tricycle/ Leah R. Singer/ With COVID-19 being front and center in everyone’s minds, the world is a very different place than it was a few weeks ago. more >

  30. March  24, 2020 / So…Can My Kids Have Playdates Right Now?

    PureWow/ Rachel Bowie/ Currently, it feels like the rules of life—and parenting—are being rewritten every day, thanks to coronavirus and the efforts under way to stop it. more >

  31. March  20, 2020 / How to Help Your Quarantined Kid Learn Without Driving Yourself Crazy, According to Experts

    Money/ Michael Tedder/ As of Friday, March 20, the coronavirus pandemic has caused 45 states to close their schools, according to Education Week. more >

  32. March  18, 2020 / 3 Power Brands on How to Win at Franchise Growth

    1851 Magazine/ Cristina Merrill/ The Goddard School, The Halal Guys and Curry Up Now are fast-growing franchise brands with unique growth strategies that will set them up for continued success in 2020. more >

  33. February  20, 2020 / The Last Word on Homeschooled Children and Their Social Skills

    Psychology Today / Kyle D. Pruett M.D. / Why and how our worry about these children needs to end. more >

  34. January  30, 2020 / 5 Best Fitness Trackers for Kids in 2020

    Good Housekeeping / Brigitt Earley / Top activity trackers for toddlers, tweens, and teens! more >

  35. January  09, 2020 / CEO Dennis Maple Designs New Curriculum for Growth At Goddard School Franchisor

    Black Enterprise / Derek T. Dingle / Dennis Maple comes from a family of educators. But instead of standing in front of a whiteboard teaching students, the high-powered corporate veteran is now running a for-profit school system, Goddard. more >

  36. December  19, 2019 / Spoiling Our Young Over the Holidays Is Not Inevitable

    Psychology Today / Kyle D. Pruett M.D. / How to prioritize gratitude over consumption this holiday season. more >

  37. November  22, 2019 / Friday Franchising News - Happy Thanksgiving!

    Franchise Direct / Michelle Alexander / The feel good vibes don’t stop at turkey dinners—relax with this gratitude-infused edition of Friday Franchising News. more >

  38. November  18, 2019 / The Twelfth Annual Goddard School Preschooler-Approved Toy Test Names Melissa & Doug® Take-along Town The Winning Educational Toy Of 2019

    Franchising.com / Goddard Systems, Inc. (GSI), the national franchisor of The Goddard School® preschool system, proudly announces that the public has selected Melissa & Doug® Take-Along Town as the winning toy in the twelfth annual Goddard School Preschooler-Approved Toy Test. more >

  39. October  30, 2019 / Pets for Children Really Are Worth the Trouble

    Psychology Today / Kyle D. Pruett M.D. / Social, emotional and physical benefits to children of growing up with animals. more >

  40. October  08, 2019 / Should Toddlers Get The Flu Shot? Experts Explain

    Romper / Jamie Kenney / October is full of scary stuff — horror movie marathons on TV, spooky Halloween decorations, Columbus Day — but perhaps the scariest event of all is the beginning of flu season. more >

  41. September  17, 2019 / Eat, Play, Love: The Science of Play and Its Impact on Childhood Development

    Fatherly / Virginia Pelley / For kids, play is a state of being. For parents, it’s an investment in time and money (just ask the $28 billion toy industry). But what, exactly, is play? Science has an answer. more >

  42. September  17, 2019 / Local Kids Test Toys For Upcoming Holiday Shopping Season

    MSN / Kristin Danley-Greiner / The holidays are just a few months away and Anne Arundel County youth are helping select what will become the hottest toys of the shopping season more >

  43. September  07, 2019 / Sesame Street Changed My Life. We Must Protect It So It Can Mold More Kids’ Lives.

    Economic Hardship Reporting Project / Bobbi Dempsey / From the beginning, the team behind Sesame Street was focused on measurable educational outcomes, and curriculum guided by informative research. more >

  44. September  03, 2019 / Bonding Isn’t Just for Babies

    Psychology Today / Kyle D. Pruett M.D. / Preschoolers need a sure connection, but parents may need to change tactics. more >

  45. August  13, 2019 / 6 Things That Drive Day Care Workers Crazy

    NYT Parenting / Stephanie Fairyington / Here’s what you can do to make a caregiver’s life easier, and improve things for your family. more >

  46. August  07, 2019 / Natural Spaces Enrich Children’s Creativity and Confidence

    Psychology Today / Kyle D. Pruett M.D. / Periodically pulling the plug to head outside is worth the trouble. more >

  47. June  10, 2019 / How to Wean a Child Off a Security Blanket, Stuffed Animal, or Pacifier

    Yahoo Lifestyle / Patrick A. Coleman / Transitional objects cease to be helpful when they foster dependence. So at some point, a parent needs to know when to take away the pacifier. more >

  48. June  07, 2019 / Why Young Children Fear Visiting the Dentist and How to Help

    Psychology Today / Kyle D. Pruett M.D. / Making preschoolers comfortable at the dentist. more >

  49. May  22, 2019 / 500th Goddard School Celebrated in Franchise’s Home Market Of Philadelphia

    Early childhood education provider announces milestone location in Bala Cynwyd. more >

  50. May  08, 2019 / Memorable Vacations, Despite Limits of Preschoolers’ Memory

    Psychology Today / Kyle D. Pruett M.D. / Why it’s worth the time, trouble, and money to travel with your preschooler. more >

  51. April  02, 2019 / Goddard School Preschoolers Learn How To Make A Difference On Earth Day

    Annual Root for Earth activities teach effects of plastic, energy emissions and more. more >

  52. April  01, 2019 / Five Types of Parenting Styles, Explained, And How They Affect Kids, According to Experts

    Good Housekeeping / Marisa LaScala / Take a look at the attributes of various parenting styles, and see which one describes you best. more >

  53. March  29, 2019 / 5 Signs Your Toddler Needs To Socialize More, According To Experts

    Romper / Alison Kresta / The Goddard School Educational advisory board, Lee Scott, discusses clues to look for when deciding if your little one could benefit from more peer to peer interaction/ more >

  54. March  20, 2019 / Everything You Need to Know About the Free-Range Parenting Method

    Good Housekeeping / Marisa LaScala / Dr. Kyle Pruett, M.D., Clinical Professor of Child Psychiatry at Yale School of Medicine and member of the Educational Advisory Board at the Goddard School shares his thoughts on free-range parenting. more >

  55. March  19, 2019 / Separation Anxiety: How Much Is Too Much?

    EverydayFamily / Jamie Davis Smith / Dr. Jack Maypole, M.D., Educational Advisory Board Member for The Goddard School shares what behavior typical and when is it something more concerning. more >

  56. March  18, 2019 / Giving Toddlers Chores Means More Helpful Kids Later

    EverydayFamily / Jamie Davis Smith / Helen Hadani, Ph.D., educational advisory board member for The Goddard School shares her advice about when and how to get children started on chores. more >

  57. March  08, 2019 / What Is Positive Discipline?

    Good Housekeeping / Marisa LaScala / Learn why experts say this method Is effective at getting kids to behave. more >

  58. March  01, 2019 / Struggling With Loneliness and Isolation As a Parent

    Psychology Today / Kyle D. Pruett M.D. / Ways to combat social isolation, when struggling with loneliness and isolation as a parent. more >

  59. February  05, 2019 / How to Raise a Self-Aware Kid

    Fatherly / Lizzy Francis / Dr. Kyle Pruett, Educational Advisory Board Member for The Goddard School, shares why it's imperative to teach kids about self-awareness. more >

  60. February  04, 2019 / Goddard Systems, Inc. Announces $30,000 in Scholarships For Aspiring Educators

    Goddard Systems, Inc. announced its first teacher-focused scholarship program to inspire future educators to pursue their passion for teaching. more >

  61. February  02, 2019 / How to Raise A Polite Kid, But Not A Dishonest Brown Noser

    Fatherly / Dr. Jack Maypole, Educational Board Advisory member, provides expert advice on how to raise polite children. more >

  62. January  14, 2019 / Toddler Sleep 101: How to Handle Toddler Sleep Woes

    EverydayFamily / Jamie Davis Smith / Jack Maypole, M.D., Educational Advisory Board Member for The Goddard School, shares tips on how to tackle baby sleep issues. more >

  63. January  13, 2019 / How to Motivate Your Kids to Do Things without Stickers & Bribes

    Red Tricycle / Dr. Hadani of The Goddard School's Educational Advisory Board talks about the difference between extrinsic and intrinsic motivation. more >

  64. January  07, 2019 / How to Raise Financially Independent Daughters

    U.S. News & World Report / Coryanne Hicks / Making small changes at home in early childhood can pave the way for your daughter to grow into a financially confident woman. more >

  65. December  21, 2018 / 5 Great Reasons Kids Should Know Their Farm Animals By Age 3

    Scholastic / Kelsey Kloss / You’ll find that your kid knows quite a bit by the time he’s 3 years old, and learning farm animal vocabulary only further prepares him for preschool and beyond. more >

  66. December  20, 2018 / Routines Rock

    Psychology Today / Kyle D. Pruett M.D. / Centering our "Groundhog Day" kids in our multitasking worlds. more >

  67. December  07, 2018 / Why "Real Toys" Make Better Holiday Presents

    Psychology Today / Kyle D. Pruett, M.D. / Neither batteries nor chips guarantee learning or creativity. more >

  68. November  27, 2018 / Goddard Systems, Inc., Celebrating 30 Years, Awards Franchisees With Top Honors

    Franchisees recognized for exemplary contributions to their communities more >

  69. November  19, 2018 / Learning at Home: When Your Child Is Not in Preschool Yet

    Everyday Family / Jamie Davis Smith / Even before you have a baby, you're likely to be bombarded with information and advice about infant sleep. Some myths are true. But many myths are better ignored. more >

  70. November  19, 2018 / Stranger Danger and Preschool Children

    Psychology Today / Kyle D. Pruett, M.D. / It’s less useful to focus on managing the highly unlikely, confusing encounter with a stranger than to strengthen children’s sense of self and confidence in their ability to speak for themselves. more >

  71. November  13, 2018 / Want a Kind Child? Follow These Tips

    Everyday Family / Jamie Davis Smith / No one wants to raise a child who is a jerk, but figuring out how to raise a kind child isn't always a clear path. more >

  72. October  26, 2018 / 20 Things Pediatricians Want Moms To Know By The Time Kids Turn 5

    Moms.com / Dena Daw / Moms aren't expected to have everything magically figured out by the time their child turns 5, but there are certain things that pediatricians want parents to know by the time their child starts kindergarten. more >

  73. October  23, 2018 / Helping Young Children Cope with Natural Disasters

    Psychology Today / Kyle D. Pruett, M.D. / Overprotection can come back to haunt children. more >

  74. October  17, 2018 / Teaching Your Tot About Money

    Stroller Traffic / It's easier (and more natural) than you might think. more >

  75. September  29, 2018 / 5 Myths About Infant Sleep Debunked

    Everyday Family / Jamie Davis Smith / Even before you have a baby, you're likely to be bombarded with information and advice about infant sleep. Some myths are true. But many myths are better ignored. more >

  76. September  28, 2018 / How Giving Your Child Siblings Affects Their Brain, According To A Child Psychiatrist

    Romper / Shannon Evans / How does growing up with a younger sibling change the person you would have been had you remained an only child? And how do you go about making that decision with your own child in mind? more >

  77. September  26, 2018 / Why Pre-School Teachers Like Having Dads Involved

    Psychology Today / Kyle D. Pruett, M.D. / How dads can ease their young children’s adjustment to the new school year. more >

  78. September  24, 2018 / The Goddard School Kicks Off 11th Annual Preschooler-Approved Toy Test

    Preschoolers nationwide determine the top educational toys that encourage learning through play. more >

  79. September  21, 2018 / How to Raise a Child With Grit

    The Bump / Maggie Overfelt / A gritty person is one who doesn’t see challenges as shortcomings of ability but as lessons to learn from and as tough tasks necessary to get to the next stage. more >

  80. August  31, 2018 / How Parents Get Kids Ready for Preschool

    Psychology Today / Kyle D. Pruett, M.D. / Some of it helps, some of it doesn’t, and it can be overdone. more >

  81. August  28, 2018 / The Goddard School Introduces New Educational Advisory Board Member

    Dr. Helen Hadani brings a wealth of knowledge in child development. more >

  82. August  14, 2018 / The Goddard School Conducts National Survey With The Goal Of Helping Parents Raise Kids To Excel In A Modern World

    Early childhood education leader addresses executive function, financial literacy and material rewards more >

  83. August  13, 2018 / Does Nature Outweigh Nurture?

    Psychology Today / Kyle D. Pruett, MD / With pre-millennials and post-millennials, including Gen Zers, there’s some new science every year, and their reaction to all the information about raising babies to be competent adults fascinates and challenges them. So, what’s the answer? more >

  84. July  27, 2018 / Is Your Child Anxious? Here’s How to Help

    The Everymom / Ojus Patel / Anxiety in children is more common than we might actually realize. Once you know what anxiety might look like, consider sharing signs you see with your child’s doctor. They can help you with the next steps. more >

  85. July  23, 2018 / Think All Screen Time is Bad? Think Again

    Everyday Family / Jamie Davis Smith / Screen time is a perpetual topic of conversation for many parents. How much is too much? Is it really that bad? What if I just need a break? more >

  86. July  12, 2018 / When Toddlers Protest Your Leaving

    Psychology Today / Kyle D. Pruett, M.D. / What’s normal, what’s helpful, when to seek help. more >

  87. July  10, 2018 / How The Goddard School Adds To Its Franchisee-Only Childcare Network

    Forbes / Karsten Strauss / When we talk about the world of childcare and early education franchising, one system that simply must be part of the conversation is The Goddard School. more >

  88. June  28, 2018 / Parents Are All Co-Parents, Before and After Divorce

    Psychology Today / Dr. Kyle Pruett / Children know by the time they are in school that there are lots of different ways to grow up, and a common one is with two separated or divorced parents. Following are some hallmarks of peaceful co-parenting: more >

  89. June  18, 2018 / Cool Offices: King of Prussia-Based Preschool Franchisor

    Philadelphia Business Journal / Goddard Systems Inc. overhauled its corporate headquarters, located in an office park in King of Prussia, a few months ago. more >

  90. June  06, 2018 / 9 Allergy Hacks & Tips to Help Kids Enjoy the Summer Months

    MSN Lifestyle / Claire Gillespie / If you have a kid with allergies, helping them enjoy summer takes a bit of work. We spoke to a few experts who gave us nine helpful tips and steps for helping kids with allergies all summer long. more >

  91. May  15, 2018 / Preschool Crushes Reunite for High School Prom

    TODAY / Allison Slater Tate / High school juniors Amanda Donnelly and Sean McGrath met in a preschool classroom at The Goddard School in Hillsborough, New Jersey, when they were just 3 and 4 years old. more >

  92. May  01, 2018 / How To Organize A Playroom So Your Kid Actually Plays In It

    Romper / Shannon Evans / When I reached out to The Goddard School advisory board member and curriculum specialist Lee Scott for help in organizing a playroom, I was overjoyed when she agreed to give me some tips worth passing along to other parents, too. more >

  93. April  25, 2018 / 10 Classic Toys Every Kid Should Have, According To A Curriculum Developer

    Romper / Shannon Evans / Lee Scott is a curriculum development and supplemental education specialist and serves on The Goddard School Educational Advisory Board. Here are her top classic toy picks for kids. more >

  94. April  18, 2018 / Goddard School Preschoolers Plant Seeds Of Change For A Healthier Earth

    The Daily Telescope / Maria Burns / For the eighth year in a row, pint-sized eco-crusaders are getting in on the fun of environmental conservation during The Goddard School’s weeklong Root for Earth event. more >

  95. March  29, 2018 / Jack Welch Blew Up a GE Factory and Learned Best Leadership Lesson

    Business Insider / Shana Lebowitz / In 1963, Jack Welch accidentally blew up a factory at GE — and it taught him a lesson about leadership that's stuck with him to this day. more >

  96. March  23, 2018 / How to Prepare a Baby for Daycare and Stop the Crying Before It Starts

    Fatherly / Matthew Utley / The handoff shouldn't come as a surprise. more >

  97. March  19, 2018 / Potty Training Doesn’t Have to Mean Being Stuck at Home

    Jamie Davis Smith / EverydayFamily.com / When every moment could lead to an accident as you're potty training on the go, what's a parent to do? more >

  98. March  14, 2018 / 15 Cool Job Perks That Keep Employees Happy

    Business News Daily / Sammi Caramela / While your first thought might be a salary increase, there are many other ways to reward workers besides financially. Here are 15 impressive perks offered by large and small businesses across the country. more >

  99. March  13, 2018 / Playing With Elf

    Lee Allison Scott / P21.org / Never Underestimate what a 4-year-old can learn! more >

  100. March  12, 2018 / Get Inspired By Borrowing These Innovative Ideas In 2018

    Forbes / Paul Koulogeorge / These companies are using technology to make the purchase of goods and services easier and more enjoyable for the customer. more >

  101. March  07, 2018 / How to Teach Your Baby Sign Language So They Can Communicate at 8 Months

    Fatherly / Patrick Coleman / Baby sign language gives children as young as 8 months old the vocabulary they need to communicate want and needs with mom and dad. more >

  102. February  27, 2018 / 6 Signs Your Picky Child Is Not Getting Enough Nutrients, & When To Worry

    Romper / Kelly Mullen-McWilliams / So you know when to let up on your picky eater, and when to double down, here are six signs your picky child is not getting enough nutrients at the dinner table. more >

  103. February  14, 2018 / Helping Your Kids Use Screens in an Engaging Educational Way

    Psychology Today / Kyle Pruett, M.D. / Preserving your young child's speech and reading skills through co-engagement. more >

  104. February  05, 2018 / This Year’s Flu is Worth Missing School For

    Babycenter.com / Dr. Maypole explains that sometimes doing the unpopular thing (like pulling kids out of school to prevent spreading illness), can actually be the right thing to do. more >

  105. January  31, 2018 / The Goddard School is Now Accepting Applications for the 11th Annual Anthony A. Martino Memorial Scholarship

    The Nation’s Leading Preschool System Invites Alumni to Apply for $10,000 College Scholarship more >

  106. January  30, 2018 / Early Childhood: What We Know, and What's Possible

    Getting Smart / Lee Scott talks about how developing 21st Century Skills in early learners helps prepare them for success in school and life. more >

  107. January  03, 2018 / GODDARD SYSTEMS MAKES ANNUAL DONATION OF TOYS TO TOYS FOR TOTS

    Franchisor of National Play-based Preschool Donates 230 Toys Following the 2017 Toy Test. more >

  108. December  04, 2017 / How Do Kids Think About Who Makes Up a Family?

    Psychology Today/ Grown-ups are often surprised about what their young children see as family. more >

  109. November  14, 2017 / This Hilarious Photo of Kelly Clarkson's Toddler Says So Much About What It's Like To Be A Parent

    Romper.com/ Dr. Kyle Pruett shares his expert insight on the importance of one-on-one time with your child. more >

  110. November  01, 2017 / GODDARD SCHOOL PRESCHOOLERS SELECT THE TOP 10 EDUCATIONAL TOYS IN TIME FOR THE 2017 HOLIDAY SEASON

    The Nation’s Leading Preschool System Chooses Top Toys That Support Playful Learning and Skill Development more >

  111. November  01, 2017 / Goddard School Preschoolers Select the Top 10 Educational Toys in Time for the 2017 Holiday Season

    Yahoo.com/ The Nation's Leading Preschool System Chooses Top Toys That Support Playful Learning and Skill Development more >

  112. October  26, 2017 / The Different Stages of Play And How They Help Kids Learn

    The Bump/ Learn About Various Types of Play and How They Boost Your Child's Development. more >

  113. October  25, 2017 / When You Lose It With Your Young Children

    Psychology Today/ Finding your way back, and limiting the "lose it" fallout. more >

  114. October  23, 2017 / 8 Things That Happen in Kids' Brains When Art Funding Gets Cut

    Romper.com/ The importance of art studies told by experts in the field. more >

  115. October  20, 2017 / Get Cooking! With Kids..

    Huffington Post/ Lee Scott describes a few expert tips to help get your children involved in the kitchen. more >

  116. October  11, 2017 / The Privilege and Peril of Being Grandparents to Toddlers

    Psychology Today/ Loving, setting limits, and having fun without having to be Mom or Dad. more >

  117. September  25, 2017 / THE GODDARD SCHOOL PUTS TOYS UP AGAINST ITS TOUGHEST CRITICS DURING THE 10th ANNUAL PRESCHOOLER-APPROVED TOY TEST

    Preschoolers Across the United States Select the Top Educational Toys That Support Skill Development and Playful Learning more >

  118. September  23, 2017 / What is Oppositional Defiant Disorder? Experts Explain A Difficult Diagnosis.

    Romper.com/ Dr. Kyle Pruett and Dr. Jack Maypole share their expert insights on ODD in Children. more >

  119. August  17, 2017 / 5 Solar Eclipse Activities For Kids, Because it's A Once-In-A-Lifetime Opportunity

    Romper.com/ Dr. Jennifer Jipson, Educational Advisory Board member, shares insights along with activities children can do with their families. more >

  120. August  09, 2017 / 5 Things Your Child Should Know Before Going into Preschool, According to Their Teacher

    Romper.com/ Dr. Jennifer Jipson shares key insights on skills children should know before starting preschool. more >

  121. June  28, 2017 / Handling the Perpetual Challenge of Sibling Squabbles

    The painful, but essential, lesson that life isn't likely to be forever fair. more >

  122. June  23, 2017 / Sports for Kids Who Hate Sports

    ESPN.com/Dr. Kyle Pruett shares expert advice in an article about ways parents can make sports fun for non-sports loving kids. more >

  123. June  05, 2017 / Child with Seasonal Allergies? Grab the Tissues and Figure Out What the Doctor Has to Say About Treating Symptoms

    Everyday Family/ It's officially springtime! And for many families, that means it's time to deal with the inevitable-seasonal allergies. more >

  124. May  30, 2017 / Boredom Busters! Use What You Have Around the House to Create Fun When Boredom Strikes

    Everyday Family/ Try out these list of ideas for days when you are in desperate search of a boredom buster. more >

  125. May  18, 2017 / Being Parents of a Perfectionist

    Psychology Today/ For some parents it's a dream, for others a nightmare. more >

  126. May  12, 2017 / 9 Tips for Helping a Kid with Allergies Love Summer

    SheKnows.com/ Yes, your child with allergies can enjoy the summer months more >

  127. May  08, 2017 / The Goddard School® Honors Top Early Childhood Educators for the Eleventh Annual Teacher of the Year Awards

    Five Exceptional Educators Acknowledged during National Teacher Appreciation Week more >

  128. April  19, 2017 / 6 Tips For Getting Your Little Learner Ready For Kindergarten

    WorkingMother/Curiosity, kindness, and independence are more important than letters and numbers for your kid about to enter kindergarten more >

  129. April  17, 2017 / The Goddard School Celebrates its Seventh Annual Nationwide Root For Earth Campaign

    Its Signature Lights Out! Initiative Will Save More Than 3.4 Million Watts of Energy more >

  130. April  07, 2017 / Encouraging Young Children to Participate in School

    Psychology Today/ Help them act and feel they belong in the classroom. more >

  131. April  05, 2017 / Running Behind? Here's How to Find a Summer Camp that Still has Spaces Open.

    The Washington Post/ Summer Camps in the D.C. Area more >

  132. March  17, 2017 / End Carsickness Now! Read These Tips Before Your Next Road Trip

    Everyday Family/ Dr. Jack Maypole provides expert tips to prevent carsickness more >

  133. March  14, 2017 / Check Out These Expert Tips to Help Your Toddler Stay in Bed

    Everyday Family/ Dr. Kyle Pruett offers his expert tips during bedtime. more >

  134. March  13, 2017 / Helping Young Children Understand and Build Friendships

    PsychologyToday/ Starting early helps even the less social of our children become good friends. more >

  135. March  13, 2017 / 7 Ways to Turn a Reading-Averse Kid into a Frequent Reader

    WorkingMother/ Encourage kids to become- and stay- readers with these tried and tested aproaches. more >

  136. February  22, 2017 / Why Your Kids Lie (and What to Do About it)

    Sheknows.com/Every kids lies, say experts- the trick is knowing how to handle it. more >

  137. February  21, 2017 / Life Skills to Have Before Starting Kindergarten

    PsychologyToday/ With emphasis on life skills vs. work skills- more >

  138. February  21, 2017 / Why Your Kid Lies (and What to Do About it)

    MSN/ What to do when your child tells a lie more >

  139. February  10, 2017 / Parents Say They Value Kindness, But Kids Are Getting the Opposite Message

    Working Mother/Here's how you can make sure you're truly modeling the behavior you want to see. more >

  140. February  09, 2017 / 10 Tips to Build Your New Parent Confidence

    Fit Pregnancy/ Get expert tips to help you rock this new parenthood thing. more >

  141. January  30, 2017 / 7 Ways to Get Your Toddler Sleeping Sooner-So You All Can Get Some Rest

    Reader's Digest/ Most parents expect their babies to wake frequently throughout the night, but when they reach toddler-phase, they may think nights will be smooth sailing. more >

  142. January  27, 2017 / Parenting Tip of the Day

    Lifezette.com/Dr. Jennifer Jipson offers expert advice for moms during busy mornings. more >

  143. January  18, 2017 / 6 Ways to Help Kids Beat Gender Stereotypes

    Working Mother/ What parents can do to empower girls and boys to break past society's limitations. more >

  144. January  13, 2017 / 7 Fun Ways to Celebrate President's Day with Your Children

    Reader's Digest/ Here are some ideas for teaching your kids about the legacy of U.S Presidents more >

  145. January  11, 2017 / The Besy Ways to Cope with Your Everyday #MomStress

    Parents.com/ Quick and easy ways to deal when the struggle is real. more >

  146. January  10, 2017 / Raising Children Who Don't Give Up

    Psychology Today/Encouraging kids to persevere and why it matters more >

  147. December  16, 2016 / How to Parent an Anxious Child When You're Anxious Too

    Mom.me/ Helpful tips for anxious parents and their children more >

  148. December  14, 2016 / A Fresh Look at Millennial Parents Part 2

    Psychology Today/ What they are feeling and needing in their parenting more >

  149. December  12, 2016 / Traveling for the Holiday? You Need this Gear.

    Everday Family/ Tips on keeping your children healthy during holiday travel. more >

  150. December  07, 2016 / A Fresh Look at Millennial Parents, Part 1

    Psychology Today/ What they are feeling and needing in their parenting more >

  151. December  05, 2016 / Holiday Toy Shopping: Let Diversity Guide You

    Working Mother/ What can help well-rounded kids? Balance and diversity in toys and playtime. more >

  152. November  15, 2016 / Dr. Craig Bach and Lee Scott Join Atlanta Public Radio to Discuss Global Competency

    Atlanta Public Affairs Radio/ Dr. Craig Bach and EAB member Lee Scott discuss the importance of global competency in early childhood education. more >

  153. November  14, 2016 / John Deere Gearation Board Selected as the Top Educational Toy of 2016 in the 9th Annual Goddard School Preschooler-Apporved Toy Test

    100 Units to be Donated to Toys for Tots this Holiday Season more >

  154. November  10, 2016 / The Goddard School Preschoolers in Houston (Greater Heights) Win National Art Contest

    Children Created Artwork Incorporating STEAM (Science, Techonology, Engineering, Art, Math) more >

  155. November  10, 2016 / Family Melodies: The Benefits of Hearing and Playing Music

    Working Mother/ It's so easy to enjoy brain-boosting, fun-inducing musical experiences with your kids. more >

  156. November  08, 2016 / When it Comes to Bullying, Preparation is the First Line of Defense

    The Huffington Post/ Effective approaches to bullying more >

  157. October  17, 2016 / Get Spooky, Stay Safe

    Everyday Family/ How to keep your kids safe during this Halloween. more >

  158. October  16, 2016 / The Parent-Teacher Relationship:Why It's More Important Than Ever

    Working Mother/ Here's how even busy working moms can build this crucial relationship. more >

  159. September  28, 2016 / 6 Things Pediatricians Want You to Know

    Scholastic.com/We asked doctor parents to share the tips they trust to keep their own kids healthy more >

  160. September  28, 2016 / Why Manners Still Matter in the Digital Age

    Psychology Today/How to encourage them in your children more >

  161. September  20, 2016 / The Goddard School Preschool System Kicks Off 9th Annual Toy Test

    Yahoo!.com/ Preschoolers across the nation search for the top educational toys for the holidays more >

  162. September  15, 2016 / Helping Your Child Learn How to Fall Asleep

    Psychology Today/ Few Lessons Matter More to Your Child's Well-Being more >

  163. September  14, 2016 / Grandparents, Aunts and Uncles: The Importance of Extended Family to Your Child's Confidence and Growth

    Working Mother/ Take advantage of your extended family where your kids are concerned-everyone will benefit more >

  164. September  13, 2016 / The Goddard School Introduces Two New Educational Advisory Board Members

    Yahoo News/Drs. Seeta Pai and Jennifer Jipson share back-to-school tips for parents more >

  165. September  12, 2016 / The Goddard School Introduces Two New Educational Advisory Board Members Just in Time for The School Year

    Newest EAB Members Drs. Seeta Pai and Jennifer Jipson Share Back -To-School Tips for Parents more >

  166. August  31, 2016 / 8 Home Remedies for Nasal Allergies

    Parents.com/ A quick fix for drippy, sneezy nose just might be found in the kitchen! more >

  167. August  19, 2016 / The New Normal: Dealing with Kids' Firsts

    Working Mother/ Your child will have all kinds of new experiences and transitions. Here's how to guide them through them. more >

  168. July  21, 2016 / Safe Ways to Give Kids More Freedom

    Everyday Family/ Tips on How to Let Kids Explore and Gain Independence in a Safe Manner more >

  169. July  20, 2016 / When the Lying Starts

    Psychology Today/How to understand and discourage lying more >

  170. July  01, 2016 / Going on Vacation? Take the Back Roads

    Working Mother/ Family vacations are a great time to explore our country, including its national monuments, small towns, parks and farms. more >

  171. June  28, 2016 / Encouraging Independence in Young Children

    Psychology Today/How to Gently Nudge your Kids out of their Comfort Zone more >

  172. June  28, 2016 / How to Banish Summer Boredom

    Carolina Parent/Keep Kids Active and Engaged this Summer more >

  173. June  16, 2016 / Why Doesn't Sharing Come More Naturally?

    Psychology Today/How to gently nudge our youngest children toward generosity more >

  174. June  09, 2016 / Using the 5 Senses to Help Your Child Navigate the World

    Working Mother/What's one of the best ways for kids to learn? Through sensory exploration. more >

  175. June  01, 2016 / Tips for Parents On How To Choose A Sunscreen

    The Denver Post / How to Select the Right Sunscreen for Your Child more >

  176. May  26, 2016 / How To Choose A Sunscreen For Your Kids

    The Washington Post/ Tips for Protecting Your Family from the Sun this Summer more >

  177. May  24, 2016 / Why Arguing with Young Children is on the Rise

    Psychology Today/ How to Stem the Tide at Home more >

  178. May  19, 2016 / 5 Ways to Talk to Children About The Mean-Spirited Presidential Campaign

    Huffington Post/ How Can Parents Talk to Their Children about Contentious and Mean Spirited Campaigns more >

  179. May  19, 2016 / 7 Ways To Talk To Young Children About Death

    The Washington Post / Recommendations for Talking to Your Children About Death more >

  180. May  12, 2016 / Helping Children Cope With Divorce

    Psychology Today/ It May Not Be Easy, But We Will Be Okay more >

  181. May  06, 2016 / How to Build Kids’ Confidence When Their World Might Not Be Helping Them

    Working Mother/ Kids Learn in Different Ways and Here Are Some Ways To Help Boast Confidence in the Classroom more >

  182. May  02, 2016 / The Goddard School® Announces its Leading Educators For The 10th Annual Teacher Of The Year Awards

    Premier Preschool Recognizes Six Educators For National Teacher Appreciation Week more >

  183. April  19, 2016 / The Goddard School Kicks Off Their 6th Annual Nationwide Root for Earth Campaign

    Yahoo.com / More Than 50,000 Preschoolers Create Eco-Friendly Projects In Support of a Greener Planet Earth! more >

  184. April  13, 2016 / Why Physical Activity Is So Crucial For Preschoolers

    Psychology Today/ Growth in Strength, Coordination and Agility are only Part of the Picture more >

  185. April  11, 2016 / How To Tell When Children Are Stressed

    Psychology Today/ How to Help When They Are more >

  186. April  11, 2016 / How to Raise Eco-Friendly Kids in Today's Complex World

    Working Mother / Even as the Eco-System gets More Complicated, Children Can Learn to Take Care of the Planet. more >

  187. April  05, 2016 / Baby FAQs

    Mom.me / Connecting with Baby Experts to Find Answers to the Top Questions that New Moms Have more >

  188. March  08, 2016 / Why Kids Are Afraid Of The Dark - And How We Can Ease Their Fears

    Working Mother/ Smart Strategies to Help Chase Away Monsters more >

  189. March  08, 2016 / Expert Tips to Get Kids to Eat Veggies- and How Much They Really Need

    Everyday Family / Tips for Transitioning Your Child from Baby Food to Solid Foods more >

  190. March  07, 2016 / 5 Behavior Tweaks YOU Can Make to Get Your Child to Listen

    Parents Magazine / Tweaking Your Approach will Help your Child Pay Attention more >

  191. March  02, 2016 / Best Ways To Talk To Your Kids About Scary News

    Parent Herald / How Can Parents Help Their Children Understand Scary news Without Causing any Stress on their System? more >

  192. February  26, 2016 / Yes, You Should Buy Your Son His Very Own Doll

    Everyday Family/ What Are the Benefits of Boys Playing with Dolls? more >

  193. February  19, 2016 / Sneak In the Veggies

    Huffington Post / Easy Steps to Kids of All Ages Eating Better more >

  194. February  04, 2016 / How to Cope with Your Child's First Crush

    Working Mother/ Tips for Navigating and Acknowledging Your Child's First Crush more >

  195. January  25, 2016 / Competitive Parents and High-Performing Preschoolers

    Psychology Today/ How Do You Know How Hard to Push Your Child? more >

  196. January  18, 2016 / 7 Ways to Create a Great Parent-Teacher Relationship

    Working Mother Radio/ How Should We Interact with Our Children's Teachers? more >

  197. December  17, 2015 / 9 Simple Ways to Have a Less Hectic, More Meaningful Holiday

    Working Mother/ Stop Multitasking, Start Making Merry! more >

  198. December  16, 2015 / Four Gifts That Could Last Forever

    Psychology Today / Because the Best Things in Life Aren't Things more >

  199. December  15, 2015 / P21 Names Exemplars of 21st Century Learning

    The Journal / P21 is working to identify, document, promote and celebrate examples of successful 21st century learning. more >

  200. December  10, 2015 / Overparenting? Some parents say they have no choice in the school admission race

    Chicago Tribune/ It's hard not to become a helicopter parent when helping your child enter school more >

  201. December  10, 2015 / The Goddard School Preschoolers in Mt. Laurel Win National Art Contest

    Moorestown Patch/ Children Created Artwork Incorporating STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Math) more >

  202. December  09, 2015 / Travel With Kids the Stress-Free Way

    Huffington Post/ Tips for Making Your Holiday Travel a Little Easier more >

  203. December  03, 2015 / Reading to Preschoolers Falls Short on the Road to Literacy

    Psychology Today / What Matters is Reading with Your Child and Doing it Often more >

  204. November  19, 2015 / Five Ways To Teach Children About Gratitude

    Psychology Today / Help Children Appreciate Life When They Don't Seem to be Coming By it Naturally more >

  205. November  17, 2015 / How To (Really) Help Your Kids Learn Gratitude in a Hectic World

    Working Mother/ Gratitude Has Far Reaching Benefits- For You, Your Family and Those Around You more >

  206. November  12, 2015 / Kindergartners at South Jersey School Win Art Contest

    Courier-Post/ The Goddard School located in Mount Laurel, NJ Wins Art Contest more >

  207. November  09, 2015 / Gift Guide Idea

    All Mommy Wants/ Lincoln Logs, The Classic Toy for Modern Kid more >

  208. October  28, 2015 / When Children Are Afraid

    Psychology Today / Helping Children Manage and Learn From Their Fears more >

  209. October  23, 2015 / 7 Ways to Create a Great Parent- Teacher Relationship

    Working Mother/ Carving Out Time to Connect with your Child's Teacher is One of the Best Things for Your Child more >

  210. October  22, 2015 / What To Do When Your Child Is The 'Bully'

    Washington Post / What to do When Your Child is on Either End of Bullying more >

  211. October  19, 2015 / How to Talk to Your Children About Bullying

    Psychology Today / Advice for Parents to Communicate with Preschool-Age Children and Their Teachers more >

  212. October  15, 2015 / Dr. Craig Bach Elected As Secretary on P21 Strategic Council and Executive Board

    prweb.com/ Dr. Craig Bach, Vice President of Education of Goddard Systems, Inc is Elected on P21 Executive Board more >

  213. October  11, 2015 / Dr. Craig Bach, Robin Ray and Erika Hill Join Atlanta Public Affairs to Discuss Early Childhood Literacy

    Atlanta Public Affairs Radio / Dr. Craig Bach, Robin Ray and Erika Hill join Atlanta Public Affairs to discuss early childhood literacy and what you can do at home with your kids to stay ahead of the game! more >

  214. September  30, 2015 / Goddard School Children Test Out The Hottest Toys Of The Season

    Yahoo.com / Goddard Schools Across the Nation Participate in Preschooler Approved Toy Test more >

  215. September  30, 2015 / Goddard School Children Take On New Role

    weather.com / The 8th Annual Preschooler Approved Toy Test is Underway more >

  216. September  22, 2015 / Tips to Encourage A Positive Body Image In Young Girls

    psychologytoday.com/How Mothers Can Reinforce Healthy Images to Their Daughters more >

  217. September  11, 2015 / Parents With a Big Appetite For Their Children To Excel

    psychologytoday.com/ What Happens Psychologically to Children with Competitive Parents? more >

  218. September  06, 2015 / 9 Ways Books Make Your Kid Awesome At Life

    skinnymom.com/ Experts Explain Why Reading Should Be Introduced Early On more >

  219. August  27, 2015 / Relax: Daycare Doesn't Make Kids Aggressive!

    parenting.com/ A New Study Debunks the Idea that Sending Kids to Daycare Makes Them Behave Badly more >

  220. August  26, 2015 / 12 Signs You've Picked a Great Preschool

    POPSUGAR/ Here are 12 Signs You've Picked a Great Preschool for Your Little One more >

  221. August  25, 2015 / Making New Friends At School

    psychologytoday.com/ Parents Improving the Odds of Friendship Making more >

  222. August  11, 2015 / What Children Experience Going Back to School

    psychologytoday.com/ Four Ways Parents Can Support Children as They Return to the Classroom more >

  223. August  10, 2015 / The Best Sunscreen for Kids - 5 Great Choices

    Care.com/Wondering What Sunscreen to Buy to Protect Your Kids' Sensitive Skin? more >

  224. August  06, 2015 / Finding the Best Thermometer for Kids

    Care.com/ Your child feels like he has a fever, but which kind of thermometer should you use? more >

  225. July  31, 2015 / Amazing Products (Plus Tips from the Pediatrician!) To Keep Your Baby Cool and Safe This Summer

    Everyday Family/ Steps Parents Can Take to Keep Kids Safe and Comfortable This Summer more >

  226. July  27, 2015 / A Second Look At Helicopter Parenting

    PsychologyToday.com / by Kyle D. Pruett M.D. / Dr. Kyle Pruett, a member of The Goddard School’s Educational Advisory Board and clinical professor of child psychiatry at Yale School of Medicine, discusses the meaning of the term helicopter parenting. more >

  227. July  20, 2015 / Tips for Kids and Parents for Dealing With Bullies

    HuffingtonPost.com / by Jamie Davis Story / Dr. Craig Bach, Vice President of Education and a member of the Educational Advisory Board for The Goddard School, gives tips on what children and parents can do to address bullying. more >

  228. July  17, 2015 / How to Talk to Kids About Scary News

    parenting.com/ Here's how to have the right conversations about scary news to help our kids handle it. more >

  229. July  15, 2015 / The Value of Spending One-On-One Time With Your Children

    PsychologyToday.com / by Kyle D. Pruett M.D. / Dr. Kyle Pruett, a member of The Goddard School’s Educational Advisory Board and clinical professor of child psychiatry at Yale School of Medicine, illustrates the importance of one-on-one time with your children! more >

  230. July  10, 2015 / 7 Fun Outdoor Activities to Beat Summer Brain Drain

    Parents.com/ Outdoor Activities to Help Stop the "Summer Slide" more >

  231. July  08, 2015 / Can Sesame Street Replace Preschool

    Parenting.com / by Ellen Sturm Niz / Dr. Craig Bach, Vice President of Education and a member of the Educational Advisory Board for The Goddard School, discusses the importance of face-to-face interaction at a young age. more >

  232. June  24, 2015 / How to Play With Babies

    The Washington Post / by Jamie Davis Smith / Dr. Kyle Pruett, a member of The Goddard School’s Educational Advisory Board and clinical professor of child psychiatry at Yale School of Medicine, gives suggestions on how to play with your baby while helping develop their brain at the same time. more >

  233. June  24, 2015 / Choosing Sunscreen for Your Child

    EverydayFamily.com / by Jamie Davis Smith / Dr. Jack Maypole, Educational Advisory Board member at The Goddard School and pediatrician for medically complex children at Boston Medical Center, has some advice on choosing sunscreen for your child. more >

  234. June  24, 2015 / Rules for Responsible Screen Time

    HuffingtonPost.com / by Jamis Davis Smith / Dr. Craig Bach, Vice President of Education at Goddard Systems Inc, has some suggestions for how parents can use screen time responsibly by keeping it short, focused and engaging. more >

  235. June  19, 2015 / How to Help A Babies Development With Play

    EverydayFamily.com / by Jamie Davis Smith / Playing with a baby may seem difficult at times, but Dr. Kyle Pruett, a clinical professor of Child Psychiatry at Yale School of Medicine and an Educational Advisory Board Member for The Goddard School, has some recommendations on how you can have fun while helping your babies development! more >

  236. June  18, 2015 / Talking With Kids About Scary News

    The Washington Post / by Jamie Davis Smith / Dr. Kyle Pruett, a member of The Goddard School’s Educational Advisory Board and clinical professor of child psychiatry at Yale School of Medicine, gives recommendations on talking with your child about scary news. more >

  237. June  16, 2015 / 11 Tips to Keep Kids Learning Through the Summer

    HuffingtonPost.com / by Jamie Davis Smith / Dr. Craig Bach, vice president of Goddard Systems, Inc., franchiser of The Goddard School, gives fun and exciting ways to make sure education doesn't stop once the school year ends! more >

  238. June  16, 2015 / Father: Not Just Another Mother

    PsychologyToday.com / by Kyle D. Pruett M.D. / Dr. Kyle Pruett, a member of The Goddard School’s Educational Advisory Board and clinical professor of child psychiatry at Yale School of Medicine, shares the importance of the different roles each father plays in a child's life. more >

  239. June  09, 2015 / Keeping Your Baby Occupied

    PsychologyToday.com / by Kyle D. Pruett M.D. / Dr. Kyle Pruett, a member of The Goddard School’s Educational Advisory Board and clinical professor of child psychiatry at Yale School of Medicine, shares tips on when the right time is to entertain your baby. more >

  240. May  05, 2015 / Baby Allergies

    Yahoo! Parenting / by Anisa Arsenault / Jack Maypole, a member of the Educational Advisory Board for The Goddard School, shares advice on diagnosing your child with seasonal allergies. more >

  241. May  04, 2015 / Goddard Systems Honors National Teacher of the Year Award Recipients

    Four Passionate Educators Recognized During National Teacher Appreciation Week more >

  242. April  29, 2015 / The Goddard School Announces Stephanie Lane as Director of the Year Honoree

    Educational Director Of The Goddard School Located In Exton, PA Celebrated With Prestigious Award more >

  243. April  27, 2015 / Can Babies Have Seasonal Allergies?

    TheBump.com / by Anisa Arsenault / Pediatrician Jack Maypole, MD, an Educational Advisory Board member for The Goddard School, gives advice on treating your baby's allergies. more >

  244. April  27, 2015 / How to Eliminate Body Image Issues for Children

    USAToday.com / by Jamie Davis Smith / Dr. Kyle Pruett, a member of The Goddard School’s Educational Advisory Board and clinical professor of child psychiatry at Yale School of Medicine, gives advice to parents to avoid body image issues with their children. more >

  245. April  16, 2015 / What Age Do Body Image Issues Begin?

    TheWashingtonPost.com / by Jamie Davis Smith / Kyle D. Pruett, a member of the Educational Advisory Board, gives tips on creating a positive body image for your children. more >

  246. February  09, 2015 / The Goddard School Now Accepting Applications For The 7th Annual Anthony A. Martino Memorial Scholarship

    Premier School Invites Past Preschool Graduates For A $10,000 College Scholarship more >

  247. December  11, 2014 / Dr. Craig Bach and Viral Dave Join Atlanta Public Affairs to Discuss Gratitude

    Atlanta Public Affairs Radio / Dr. Craig Bach and Viral Dave join Atlanta Public Affairs to discuss the importance of teaching gratitude and how it can set this new generation up for success. more >

  248. December  04, 2014 / Best Educational Toys Balance Kid Appeal with Learning Opportunities

    chicagotribune.com/ Richard Asa/ Educational Toys Should Appeal to a Child's Interest and Abilities more >

  249. December  02, 2014 / The Goddard School Announces Top Toy of the Year

    Best Educational Toy as Tested by Children and Voted by Parents Announced Just in Time for the Holidays more >

  250. November  26, 2014 / Mealtime Struggles? Expert and Mom Advice to Help You With Your Picky Eater

    Huffington Post/ Jamie Davis Smith/ What do you do when your child turns into a dreaded picky eater? more >

  251. November  21, 2014 / What Makes a Well-Rounded Holiday Toy

    Wall Street Journal / What Makes a Well-Rounded Holiday Toy more >

  252. November  17, 2014 / Give the Gift of STEM Skills for the Holidays

    Huffington Post/ Jamie Davis Smith/ Give the Gift of STEM Skills for the Holidays more >

  253. October  20, 2014 / The Goddard School located in York Tests Out New Educational Toys

    Bloomberg Businessweek/ Goddard School of York Preschoolers Test Out New Educational Toys more >

  254. October  14, 2014 / Goddard School Children Test Nation's Top Toys

    Yahoo.com / Goddard School Children Test Nation's Top Toys more >

  255. October  01, 2014 / Getting to Good Night, Sleep Tight

    Huffington Post/ Jamie Davis Smith / Getting to Good Night, Sleep Tight more >

  256. September  25, 2014 / Dr. Craig Bach, Jay Bryan and Nillie Pourak Join Atlanta Public Affairs to Discuss STEAM Learning

    Atlanta Public Affairs Radio/ Dr. Craig Bach, Jay Bryan and Nillie Pourak Join Atlanta Public Affairs to Discuss STEAM Learning more >

  257. September  03, 2014 / Leaving the House With Little Ones, the Drama-Free Way

    Huffington Post / Jamie Davis Smith / Leaving the House With Little Ones, the Drama-Free Way more >

  258. August  29, 2014 / Expert Tips on Getting Girls Into STEM

    Huffington Post / Jamie Davis Smith/ Expert Tips on Getting Girls Into STEM more >

  259. August  26, 2014 / The Non-Toxic Baby

    Huffington Post / Jamie Davis Smith / The Non-Toxic Baby more >

  260. July  15, 2014 / Games That Develop Your Toddler's Imagination

    mom.me / Shannon Philpott / Games That Develop Your Toddler's Imagination more >

  261. June  26, 2014 / Games that Teach Toddlers About Feelings

    mom.me / Shannon Philpott/ Games that Teach Toddlers About Feelings more >

  262. June  17, 2014 / Former Goddard School Student Shelby Janicki Awarded Anthony A. Martino Memorial Scholarship

    carrollcountytimes.com/ Brian Haines / Former Student Shelby Janicki Awarded Goddard School Scholarship more >

  263. June  16, 2014 / Back to School: How To Help Your Child Make New Friends

    Parents.com / by Kate Bayless / Back to School: How To Help Your Child Make New Friends more >

  264. June  05, 2014 / The Goddard School Announces Recipient of the Anthony A. Martino Memorial Scholarship

    The Goddard School Announces Recipient of the Anthony A. Martino Memorial Scholarship more >

  265. May  06, 2014 / The Goddard School Announces National Teacher of the Year Honorees

    PRLOG / The Goddard School Announces National Teacher of the Year Honorees more >

  266. April  24, 2014 / Play Your Way to STEM Learning

    sheknows.com/ Mary Fetzer / Play Your Way to STEM Learning more >

  267. March  12, 2014 / Critical 21st-century skills start draining out of young minds early if not nurtured

    IT World / Christina Tynan-Wood / Critical 21st-century skills start draining out of young minds early if not nurtured more >

  268. March  04, 2014 / Work Together To Stay Well

    pregnancyandbaby.com / Melissa Dunlap / Work Together To Stay Well more >

  269. January  28, 2014 / 5 Simple Tips for the Cold and Flu Season- Even When It's 70 Degrees in LA

    babyzone.com/Andrea Wada Davies/Jack Maypole, M.D., a member of the Educational Advisory Board for The Goddard School shares 5 Simple Tips for the Cold and Flu Season- Even When It's 70 Degrees in LA more >

  270. January  23, 2014 / Goddard School Visits Tinkertoy Factory

    ABC6 Local/Goddard School Visits Tinkertoy Factory/ To kick off TEACH. PLAY. LEARN National Campaign, The Goddard School of Horsham, PA visited the Tinkertoy Factory in Hatfield, PA more >

  271. January  20, 2014 / 10 Milestones for Your 6- to 9-Month-Old Baby: Crawling? Check. Babbling? Check. Here's what else you can expect.

    Mom.me / by Lisa C. Baker / Jack Maypole, M.D., a member of the Educational Advisory Board for The Goddard School shares what you can expect as your baby transitions from infant to almost-toddler. more >

  272. January  17, 2014 / Hatfeld's K'NEX partners with The Goddard School

    LVB.com/Jennifer Glose/ The Goddard School partners with K'NEX for Teach. Play. Learn Program more >

  273. January  13, 2014 / FIT (& flu-free): Tips + Info for Germ-Proofing Your Home

    TheFabMom.com / by Jill Simonian /Jack Maypole, M.D., a member of the Educational Advisory Board for The Goddard School® shares a few of his health-recommendations. more >

  274. January  11, 2014 / Goddard School Kids 'Tinker' with Inventing

    Hatboro-Horsham Patch / Kids from the Goddard School in Horsham recently toured the TINKERTOY® factory to build upon a lesson in inventing, tooling and manufacturing. more >

  275. December  11, 2013 / Debate Club: Blocks are the Best Toys Ever

    NPR: the protojournalist/ by Linton Weeks/ Resolved: That Blocks are the best toys ever. more >

  276. October  25, 2013 / Partnership Parenting: Why and How it Strengthens Families

    Education.com / by Dr. Kyle Pruett / Five years ago I silenced a room of mothers with this pronouncement: “Fathers are the single greatest untapped resource in the lives of America’s families.” more >

  277. October  21, 2013 / The Goddard School National Franchisee Convention

    For the past 25 years, The Goddard School has nurtured children into respectful, confident and joyful learners, and Goddard is focused on raising the bar even higher over the next 25 years. more >

  278. September  06, 2013 / The natural way for preschoolers to learn

    SheKnows.com / by Elizabeth Weiss McGolerick / What is a play-based approach to preschool? more >

  279. September  03, 2013 / Bonding with the First Teacher

    Parents Magazine (Sept. 2013) and Parents.com/by Cari Wira Dineen/Having a healthy connection to the preschool teacher helps a child feel safe and secure… more >

  280. August  14, 2013 / Preschoolers at The Goddard School Sing the National Anthem

    ABC 2 News / Preschoolers at The Goddard School located in Bel Air, MD Sing the National Anthem more >

  281. August  08, 2013 / How Social Media Overstimulation is Affecting Our Kids

    SheKnows.com/AllParenting/by Molly Smith/ When I was a kid, my parents would read about current world happenings in the daily paper. more >

  282. August  06, 2013 / The Goddard School Hiring

    FNC (Fox News Channel) / Fox&Friends / On the Job Hunt more >

  283. July  31, 2013 / 3 year olds learning to play chess at The Goddard School

    wabc.com / by Kemberly Richardson / There is more proof that you're never too young to learn anything, even chess. more >

  284. July  16, 2013 / The Goddard School was featured on WKYC Live on Lakeside

    WKYC.com / Goddard School featured on Live on Lakeside more >

  285. July  12, 2013 / Goddard Systems, Inc. Selects Konnect Public Relations As Agency of Record

    PRWEB / Leading consumer PR agency forms strategic partnership with prestigious early childhood development brand. more >

  286. July  08, 2013 / Upper West Side School Teaches Preschoolers Chess - Goddard School Principal: Chess Teaches Basic Life Principles

    The game of chess is challenging to learn, but in New York City, 3- and 4-year-old children are learning to play and seem to be captivated by it. more >

  287. June  25, 2013 / Lapsed Deadlines: A Silent Growth Killer of Midsized Companies

    Forbes.com / Robert Sher, Contributor / I’ve been asked by dozens of CEOs and other senior executives of midsized firms over the years about how to accelerate growth. more >

  288. June  24, 2013 / Bright Ideas

    Franchise Times / by Jeffrey McKinney / Many franchisees have them, but convincing their ‘zors is tricky more >

  289. June  10, 2013 / $10,000 Anthony A. Martino Memorial Scholarship Recipient Announced for 2013

    Patch.com /Scholarship Program Recognizes Goddard School Alumni for Excellence in Education more >

  290. May  17, 2013 / West Lawn woman named Goddard teacher of the year

    ReadingEagle.com / Preschool teacher Linda Taylor of West Lawn received a teacher of the year award this spring from Goddard Systems Inc. more >

  291. May  17, 2013 / West Lawn woman named Goddard teacher of the year

    Reading Eagle / Preschool teacher Linda Taylor of West Lawn received a teacher of the year award this spring from Goddard Systems Inc. more >

  292. May  13, 2013 / For 7th Consecutive Year, Local Teachers Nationally Recognized as Teacher of the Year

    The Goddard School Auburn, MA (Grassroots Newswire) --Recognizes Local Teachers Justine Gaumond and Misha Coolbaugh for Early Childhood Education Excellence more >

  293. May  13, 2013 / Local Teacher Named Teacher of the Year

    The Goddard School Recognizes Local Teacher Linda Taylor for Early Childhood Education Excellence more >

  294. May  10, 2013 / Educators Recognized for Excellence in Early Childhood Education

    Educators Recognized for Excellence in Early Childhood Education During National Teacher Appreciation Week: The Goddard School® Announces National Teacher of the Year Honorees more >

  295. May  06, 2013 / Local Teacher Named Teacher of the Year

    The Goddard School Recognizes Local Teacher Anna Stirrat for Early Childhood Education Excellence more >

  296. May  06, 2013 / Local Teacher Named Teacher of the Year

    The Goddard School Recognizes Local Teacher Dan Berardi for Early Childhood Education Excellence more >

  297. April  28, 2013 / Goddard School Students Create Art to Raise Money for Seattle Children's Hospital

    RedmondPatch.com / Four local Goddard Schools recently teamed up to raise money for the Seattle Children’s Hospital. more >

  298. April  26, 2013 / The Goddard School® Plants Seeds of Change During Root for Earth Week

    Week-long event featured a variety of hands-on learning activities, teaching children the importance of environmental stewardship more >

  299. April  18, 2013 / Goddard Systems, Inc.® Welcomes Dr. Craig Bach to Serve Inaugural Role of Vice President for Education

    Goddard Systems, Inc. (GSI), franchisor of The Goddard School®, a leader in franchised educational childcare for 25 years, is pleased to announce Dr. Craig Bach to serve as its first Vice President for Education. more >

  300. April  16, 2013 / Goddard Systems, Inc.® Welcomes Maureen Corneal as Vice President of Marketing, Advertising and Public Relations

    Goddard Systems, Inc. (GSI), franchisor of The Goddard School®, a leader in franchised educational childcare for 25 years, is pleased to announce the appointment of Maureen Corneal as Vice President of Marketing, Advertising and Public Relations. more >

  301. April  09, 2013 / Goddard school teacher honored with national child care award

    Asbury Park Press / by Francesca Cocchi / Alison Domangue, a teacher at the Goddard School in Jackson, has been selected to receive the 2013 Terri Lynne Lokoff/Children’s TYLENOL National Child Care Teacher Award. more >

  302. April  06, 2013 / Local Teacher Wins Award

    The Jackson Times / Micromediapubs.com / Alison Domangue of The Goddard School located in Jackson has been selected more >

  303. April  03, 2013 / Early Achievers Program Helps Goddard School Prepare Students for Elementary School

    The Goddard School located in Redmond, WA volunteered to be part of the Washington Early Achievers program. The program helps teachers enhance their skills and, in turn, helps students better prepare for a successful career in school. more >

  304. March  28, 2013 / The Terri Lynne Lokoff Child Care Foundation will award Alison Domangue of the Goddard School in Jackson

    Tri-Town News - Business Briefs / The Terri Lynne Lokoff Child Care Foundation will award Alison Domangue of the Goddard School in Jackson more >

  305. February  18, 2013 / The Goddard School® Raises More than $188,000 for Ronald McDonald House Charities®

    To celebrate 25 years of service as the leader in early childhood education, The Goddard School kicked off its festivities with a special philanthropic campaign to benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities® (RMHC®). more >

  306. January  23, 2013 / The Goddard School® Celebrates 25 Years of Learning through Play

    To celebrate 25 years of service to communities nationwide as leaders in early childhood education, The Goddard School is kicking off their 25th anniversary festivities with a special fundraising campaign to benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities® (RMHC®). more >

  307. November  05, 2012 / The Goddard School 2012 National Franchisee Convention

    For the past 25 years, The Goddard School has nurtured children into respectful, confident and joyful learners, and Goddard is focused on raising the bar even higher over the next 25 years. more >

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