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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Benefits of Team Sports for Children's Social Development
Sports provide children with valuable life lessons as well as support cognitive and social-emotional development. Explore how team sports benefit young children.
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The Critical Importance of High-Quality Early Childhood Education in the First Five Years - Part Two
Our proprietary education program supports children throughout their crucial first five years. Here are ideas to supplement our program at home.
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The Critical Importance of High-Quality Early Childhood Education in the First Five Years - Part One
The first five years of your child's life are a critical period filled with rapid brain development that sets the foundation for future growth.
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How To Help Children Learn To Love Reading
Early literacy skills support your child's cognitive, social and emotional growth. Help your little one’s early literacy skills at home with these great tips.
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Ways To Read With Your Children as They Grow
Unlock the power of reading with your children. Explore the benefits of reading together, building vocabulary, bonding and fostering growth.
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Benefits of Summer Camp for Young Children
A high-quality summer camp is incredibly beneficial for young children because it offers a structured setting where they build skills, make friends and more!
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Books to Read that Celebrate Black History
Dr. Ann McClain Terrell has created a list of books she recommends for young children that acknowledge and celebrate Black history and culture all year long.
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Black History Month: African American Inventors
A Goddard School teacher created a project focused on celebrating African American inventors and their contributions throughout history.
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Cooking with Kids: Fun, Age-Appropriate Tips to Build Skills
Involving children in the kitchen has many benefits for their learning. Here are some age-appropriate tips for children at any stage of development.