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In this ever-changing world, is your preschool doing enough to fully prepare your child for the future? Join us on Wednesday, July 31 at 1 PM ET for a free webinar about how cutting-edge early childhood education can robustly prepare your child for the world they live in today and the world of tomorrow. This live event will be an engaging and exciting discussion about the future of education and how The Goddard School® can set your child up for success. Register on our website:

Parenting with Goddard Webinar July 2024 In this ever-changing world, is your preschool doing enough to fully prepare your child for the future? Have you wondered about the skills they will need to successfully navigate K-12 education and eventually the job market? This webinar will share how cutting-edge early childhood education can robu...

🌟 Tummy Time Tips for Your Little Ones! 🌟

Tummy time is essential for your baby’s development, helping to build strong muscles and encourage motor skills. Check out these helpful tips from The Goddard School to make tummy time fun and engaging for your little one! 👶💪

👉 Read more https://www.goddardschool.com/blog/tummy-time-tips

🎉 **Join Us for Goddard Family Night at the RoughRiders Game!** 🎉

We’re thrilled to invite all our families (past, present, and future) to the most anticipated event of the summer—Goddard Family Night at the RoughRiders game! 🌟

📅 **Date:** July 5th
🕔 **Time:** 7:05PM (game followed by fireworks on the field)
📍 **Location:** Dr Pepper Ballpark, Frisco, TX

This is a fantastic opportunity for us to come together, enjoy America's favorite pastime, and make lasting memories as a community.

🎟️ **Get Your Tickets:** https://fevo-enterprise.com/event/Goddardschool54

Let's cheer on our RoughRiders together! See you at the ballpark!

The Goddard School 7/5/24 @ 7:05 PM - The Goddard School

🫧 **Bubbles and Toddlers: Fun Activities!** 🫧

Blowing bubbles is always a hit with toddlers! Here are some fun and engaging activities you can do while blowing bubbles with your little ones:

1. **Bubble Chase:** Let your toddlers chase and pop the bubbles. This is great for developing their motor skills and coordination.

2. **Counting Bubbles:** Count the bubbles as they float through the air. It’s a fun way to practice counting and number recognition.

3. **Bubble Colors:** Talk about the colors you see in the bubbles. This helps with color recognition and language development.

4. **Bubble Art:** Dip bubble wands into colored bubble solutions and blow bubbles onto paper to create bubble art. This combines creativity with sensory play.

5. **Bubble Freeze:** Try to catch a bubble on the wand and see how long you can keep it without it popping. It’s a fun challenge for toddlers and helps with focus and patience.

6. **Bubble Songs:** Sing songs about bubbles while you play. Songs like "Bubble, Bubble, Pop" add an extra layer of fun and learning.

Bubbles are more than just fun—they’re a wonderful way to help toddlers learn and grow!

🎭 **Dramatic Play at Our Preschool!** 🎭

Our dramatic play area is buzzing with creativity and learning! Using real-life items, our little ones immerse themselves in imaginative scenarios, building relationships and practicing essential life skills. 🌟

From running a mini kitchen to playing doctor, our children explore roles and situations that help them develop social skills, empathy, and problem-solving abilities.

👧🧒 **Who:** Our imaginative preschoolers
🏡 **What:** Real-life dramatic play scenarios
🎓 **Why:** To enhance social skills, creativity, and practical life skills

Dramatic play is a cornerstone of our curriculum, encouraging kids to learn through play in a fun and supportive environment!

🤖 **Special Visitors from Snapology of Frisco, TX!** 🤖

We had an amazing time with our special visitors from Snapology! Our summer campers had the incredible opportunity to build and code robots, diving into the world of STEM with hands-on learning. 🌟

Our young engineers and programmers were thrilled to explore robotics, learning new skills and having a blast along the way. A huge thank you to Snapology for this unforgettable experience!

👧🧒 **Who:** Our enthusiastic summer campers
🤖 **What:** Building and coding robots with Snapology
🎓 **Why:** To inspire creativity and spark interest in STEM

Check out some of the highlights from our fun-filled sessions!

Happy JUNE Birthday to Ms. Francene, one of our most treasured resource teachers!

🔍 Wonder of Learning: What Can I Use to Investigate? 🔍

Our next inquiry unit in the Wonder of Learning program is here! This time, we’re diving into the exciting question: “What can I use to investigate?” 🌟

From magnifying glasses to measuring tapes, our little explorers will be hands-on with tools and techniques to discover the world around them. This unit is all about fostering curiosity and developing critical thinking skills.

👧🧒 Who: All our curious preschoolers
🕵️ What: Exploring investigation tools
🎓 Why: To spark a love for learning and discovery

Join us on this journey of exploration and watch your child’s investigative skills blossom!

🎶 Tunes with Mr. Tavin! 🎶

We’re excited to share that “Tunes with Mr. Tavin” is part of our preschool’s enrichment program! Each week, our little learners sing, dance, and play instruments, all while discovering the joy of music with Mr. Tavin. 🎸🥁

Incorporating music into our curriculum helps enhance creativity, coordination, and cognitive skills. It’s all about learning and fun combined!

It's TESTIMONIAL TUESDAY!

Look at these cuties through the years — from their first day at Goddard to the last. What’s your Goddard grad’s favorite memory with us? 🎓

Today is the official start to summer which is a great time for outdoor play with your little one. At The Goddard School® we like to cool down with water play! Here are six water activities to enjoy in the summer sun (no pool required): https://bit.ly/3KFUrnf
📸: The Goddard School of Alpharetta (Windward)

🌟 Shoutout to our incredible Get Set 1 team, Ms. Yajaira and Ms. Danika! Their dedication, creativity, and passion for teaching make every day special for our little learners. We're so grateful for their hard work and the positive impact they have on our students. Thank you, Ms. Yajaira and Ms. Danika, for all that you do! 👩‍🏫💖📚

Today is the official start to summer which is a great time for outdoor play with your little one. At The Goddard School - Frisco, we like to cool down with water play! Here are six water activities to enjoy in the summer sun (no pool required): https://bit.ly/3KFUrnf

🐴🌞 Our summer campers had an amazing day at Hopper Ranch! They enjoyed riding horses, exploring creeks, and learning about horsemanship and trust-building. A huge thank you to Hopper Ranch for such a fun and educational experience! 🐴🎣🌿

📚🐾 Our pre-k students had an unforgettable adventure at the Frisco Library yesterday! They were thrilled to experience a fascinating presentation by the Dallas Zoo, where they learned about various animals and their habitats. The campers were captivated by the up-close encounters and amazing facts shared by the zoo staff. A big thank you to the Frisco Library and the Dallas Zoo for providing such an enriching and fun-filled day! 🦁🐍🌿

What is the silliest question your child has ever asked is? Tell us in the comments 🔽

SPLASH DAY REMINDER!

Happy Father's Day!
To all of our fathers and father figures, nobody could ever fill your shoes. We love you!

St. Jude Trike-a-thon UPDATE: Goddard families, you did it! You helped us meet our goal and SURPASS OUR GOAL of $1500 for !

Shout out to this little lady for being the top fundraiser! Sloan raised $370 to benefit the families of St. Jude!!! You’ve got a family 4 pack of tickets to coming your way!!!

Thank you for stopping by our school on your summer tour! We had a 💥BLAST💥 with you!!

Testimonial Tuesday- Another 5 Star Review!

🌟 Exciting News! 🌟

We are thrilled to announce that The Goddard School of Frisco West has officially received NAEYC Accreditation! 🎉 This prestigious recognition from the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) highlights our commitment to providing the highest quality early childhood education.

This accreditation is a testament to the hard work, dedication, and passion of our amazing staff, supportive families, and, of course, our wonderful students. It reflects our unwavering commitment to fostering a nurturing, safe, and stimulating learning environment where every child can thrive.

Thank you to everyone who has been part of this incredible journey. Together, we are making a meaningful impact on the lives of young children and their families.

Here's to continued growth, learning, and excellence! 🌟

Have you checked out the most recent post on the Goddard Blog?
Check out the benefits of play based learning!

Benefits of Play-Based Learning - The Goddard School Through play-based learning, children learn about themselves, others and the world around them, which is why it’s a hallmark of Goddard's educational program.

It's today! Shoutout to some of our favorite teacher besties!

In honor of National Best Friends Day, check out these photos of Goddard graduates who are still friends all these years later!

Best friends really are made at Goddard♥️ Do you have Goddard grads who are still friends? Drop your photos in the comments!

Repost: The Goddard School of Bel Air, MD

POST UPDATE: Our St. Jude Children's Research Hospital Trike-a-thon and trike wash were a hit! We had lots of FUN in the SUN!!!

We're well on our way to reaching our fundraising goal and the race ends Friday, June 14th! Help support a great cause and make a difference! You can still register, raise funds, and view the leaderboard by clicking here: https://fundraising.stjude.org/site/TR/Trike/Trike?pg=entry&fr_id=150578

The top fundraiser wins a family 4 pack of tickets to The Cove at The Lakefront!!

Check out some of our top fundraisers so far!!!
Wilczewski family
Robinson family
Dooley family
Harvell Family
Archibald family
Muller family

It's a close race for a good cause! Let’s pedal with purpose!

The Goddard School of Alexandria (Old Town), VA, is now open! Congratulations to owners Akhil and Madhu Govil. This is the fourth location for the co-owners, who also own The Goddard School of Ashburn, The Goddard School of Ashburn Leesburg, and The Goddard School of Waldorf.

As owners & grandparents, their goal is to continue to provide a foundation of learning to all the young children in Alexandria who are the beacon of the great future. They are excited for the opportunity and look forward to serving the Old Town Alexandria community.

Visit their website to learn more: https://bit.ly/4c3TelT

That's a wrap for our first SPLASH DAY of the summer!!!

Our first field trip of the summer was a hit! Thank you Chiller Bee Frisco for hosting our pre-k students! :)

At The Goddard School®, we believe every color belongs in the world, just like every child! Our Schools are spaces where children feel loved, seen and valued for who they are because we provide a safe community where everyone belongs.

Okay, Goddard Families, let the race begin!!! Let’s work together to raise funds for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital!

Click the link to register! The top fundraiser will win a family 4 pack to The Cove in Little Elm!!!

St. Jude Trike-A-Thon St. Jude Trike-A-Thon is a free educational program that teaches preschool and daycare students bike safety and the importance of helping others while benefiting St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

Friendly Reminder... Tomorrow is the FIRST SPLASH DAY of summer!!!