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Goddard School Laughs Along with Readers

How do you and your family get silly together?

Did you know laughter can actually lower stress? It’s true. Laughing helps take our mind off of stressors, relaxes our muscles and helps us to connect with our children, families and friends.

The key to being a happy, successful parent may be as easy as maintaining a sense of humor. Be willing to laugh at your child’s antics—even at your own missteps—it makes such a difference! Tell your child a joke. Make goofy noises. Dance a silly dance. Make up wacky words to your child’s favorite tune.

How do you and your family get silly together?

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