Parent-Child Mother Goose Program

The Parent-Child Mother Goose Program® is a group experience for parents and their babies. Teaching is directed to the adults.

It uses the magic and power of songs, rhymes and stories to improve the bonding and attachment between parents/caregivers and their children. Parents gain skills and confidence which can enable them to create positive family patterns during their children's crucial early years, and give their children healthy early experiences with language and communication. The Program can be run in a variety o

f settings and can be offered either to a particular client group or to the public at large. While adaptations can be made to suit particular user groups and settings, the following elements are essential to a Parent-Child Mother Goose Program® and must be incorporated in order to use the trademarked name and be a part of the network of accredited Parent- Child Mother Goose Programs®.

1.The P-CMGP is a group program in which parents/caregivers take part together with their infants or young children. The children participate as is appropriate to their stage of development and inclination.

2.Activity focuses on interactive rhymes, stories, and songs, all presented orally and through the air*. Printed versions of the rhymes and songs are supplied at the end of a series of meetings when the participants have had time to internalise some of the material and use it in their everyday lives. No toys or objects are used.

3.Storytelling is an integral part of the Program with the stories being chosen and told for the enjoyment of the adults. Stories which the parents can learn and tell to their children may also be included.

4.The pace is slow and relaxed with plenty of time for repetition of material and casual discussion of issues and questions that arise. The atmosphere is accepting and supportive, with the intention of building the confidence of all participants, and creating a feeling of community and mutual support within the group.

5.Program teachers are trained in the principles, materials and methods needed to run the Program effectively. Each program has at least two teachers who share all teaching duties and take time together after each session to discuss their observations of the interactions within the group, to review and make notes on the session activities, and to plan the next session based on their observations and the perceived needs of participants.

6.Groups are small enough to ensure that the needs of individuals as well as of the group as a whole can be met. In order for adults to relax and participate fully in the group, an assistant may be available to supervise walking children in the Infant program, and for childcare in a playroom during storytelling in the Two-to-Four Program.

7.The Program is aimed at families in need of support for any of a variety of reasons. There is no cost to the parents who participate.

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06/08/2026

Children learn best through loving relationships, repetition, rhythm, and meaningful connection. At , families come together to share songs, stories, and joyful moments that support child development while building community and belonging.
Every family is welcome here 💛.

05/28/2026

05/22/2026

🌟 In-Person Teacher Training Workshop – Toronto 🌟

📅 June 12 & 13, 2026
🕘 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM ET (Friday & Saturday)
📍 North York, Toronto
Facilitator: Maria Ordonez

Join us for an inspiring 2-day Parent-Child Mother Goose Program® training! Learn interactive rhymes, songs, storytelling, and facilitation skills in a fun, hands-on environment. 🎶📖✨

Perfect for educators, facilitators & early childhood professionals!

📞 For more information, contact Hmida Arif at 416 844-6549.

👉 Register now by clicking the link below!

In-Person Teacher Training Workshop -Toronto-June12 &13, 2026 - Parent-Child Mother Goose Rhymes – many examples of interactive rhymes; how they fit into the program, how to use interactive rhymes, and how to teach them to parents.

05/15/2026

“Try this rhyme today 🎶

Simple moments like clapping, stomping, and singing together are powerful for your child’s development.

Through rhymes, children build language, confidence, and coordination—while feeling safe, loved, and connected to you 💛

Repeat it, laugh together, and enjoy the moment. That’s where learning begins.

”

05/15/2026

Celebrating connection, community, and shared moments this Victoria Day 💛
Time together is what children remember most.
Let’s enjoy these simple moments.

05/14/2026

PCMGP participated in the 2026 Toronto International Storytelling Festival

05/04/2026

Big connections grow from small, everyday moments 💛
A song, a smile, a shared laugh—this is how children learn and feel loved.

05/04/2026

Music is one of the simplest and most powerful ways babies learn. Through repetition, rhythm, and connection, songs help build language, emotional security, and confidence from the earliest years.

You don’t need to be a perfect singer—your baby just needs you 💛

05/04/2026

PCMGP is participating in the Toronto International Storytelling Festival 2026.

04/27/2026

To teach the Parent-Child Mother Goose Program, you must complete a two-day Teacher Training Workshop (TTW) covering our , , and , with an option for through our reporting process.

All programs must be delivered by two trained teachers and offered at no cost to participants.

Since 1991, the Parent-Child Mother Goose Program® has been training individuals to deliver our program in their communities, with successful implementations across Canada, Afghanistan, Iran, Australia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and the United States.
Organizations:
Host a Teacher Training Workshop (TTW) and empower your team with valuable skills and insights from the Parent-Child Mother Goose Program®.

To learn more and schedule a workshop, contact us at [email protected] or call 416-588-5234.

Individuals:
Attend a TTW and register to enhance your skills and understanding.

Check our website for more information on Certification after completing the Teacher Training Workshop.
https://parentchildmothergoose.org/trainings/
We also offer one-day workshops for current teachers, including Storytelling, Building on Your Experience, and Your Grandma & My Grandma for multicultural early childhood settings. For more information, please get in touch with us.

See the list of upcoming workshops on our website.
https://parentchildmothergoose.org/trainings/
Official Notice:
Training Authorization
The Parent-Child Mother Goose Program® (PCMG) is a protected program. To ensure quality and integrity, all official Teacher Training Workshops (TTWs) are exclusively developed and delivered by the Vermont Square Parent-Child Mother Goose Program®.

No other organization or individual is authorized to offer, deliver, or represent any PCMG training, or to use its name, materials, or methodology for training purposes.

Any such activity without prior written authorization is unauthorized and not recognized.

For authorized training opportunities, please get in touch with us -Vermont Square Parent-Child Mother Goose Program®- directly:
[email protected]

Trainings - Parent-Child Mother Goose Since 1991, the Parent-Child Mother Goose Program® has been training individuals to deliver our program in their communities, with successful implementations across Canada, Afghanistan, Iran, Australia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and the United States. To teach the program, you must complete a two-day...

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