The Parent-Child Mother Goose Program
A group experience for parents and their babies and young children, focussing on the pleasures and power of rhymes, songs and stories together!
Who is Mother Goose For?
The Mother Goose Program is for any parent/caregiver who wishes to strengthen their communication and attachment with their child.
How Much Does it Cost?
Free!
What Happens at Mother Goose?
Each group of parents/caregivers and children (birth to 2 years, or 2 years to 3 1/2 years) meets with two teachers once a week for 10 weeks at a time. Sessions are relaxed with parent, child and teacher sitting on the floor, learning songs, rhymes and stories. Teaching is directed at the parents with children joining in. Each group is about one hour, including snack and discussions.
Childcare is provided on site for older
or younger siblings. Snack is also provided
Groups are small to maximize quality of instruction.
What are the Benefits?
- Parents
Gain confidence as learners and parents
See that they can positively affect how their children behave and learn
Learn appropriate alternatives to strong physical control
Develop more realistic expectations of their children
Learn new ways of dealing with cranky, fussy times
- Children
Show a marked improvement in language and pre-literacy skills
Gain self esteem
Develop social skills
- Parents and Children
Experience the spark of delight and magic that comes from enjoying a favourite rhyme or song together
Take away a repertoire of rhymes, songs and stories
Enjoy strengthened bonding
Develop a network of friends
How do I Join a Parent-Child Mother Goose Program?
The Parent-Child Mother Goose Program is offered as a partner program at the Hub as well as in Newton, Guildford, and Cloverdale. There is a registration process for the program. Contact the OPTIONS Outreach Office at 604-583-3844.
The outreach worker is a part-time position so please leave a message and the worker will respond in a timely manner.
