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We Measure what we Treasure

By Roots of Empathy Manager of Research, Emily Standfield Roots of Empathy is committed to delivering empathy programs that children and teachers tell us work.…

Sarah AmmendoliaSeptember 26, 2022

Queen Elizabeth passing in 2022 statement

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A statement from the Roots of Empathy Boards of Canada, United Kingdom, and New Zealand on the death of Queen Elizabeth II

Roots of Empathy in Canada, the United Kingdom, and New Zealand shares in the sadness of the passing of Her Majesty The Queen, Elizabeth II.…

Sarah AmmendoliaSeptember 16, 2022

A baby looks at a picture book with teacher, instructor, and students on the green blanket. First Nations School of Toronto

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Reaching Before Teaching

As we start another school year with the backdrop of the pandemic, we hear in the news a strong focus on a "gap" children will…

Sarah AmmendoliaSeptember 12, 2022

Research blog article 2022

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It’s hard to learn when you’re being bullied and left out

The United Nations states that, “Bullying affects a high percentage of children, compromising their health, emotional well-being and academic work, and is associated with long-lasting…

Sarah AmmendoliaAugust 3, 2022

Three girls play with a baby on the green blanket.

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Are You Concerned About Children Relating To Others When They Return to School?

If you are – you are not alone. Research from the Ontario Teacher’s Federation indicates overwhelming concern - 89% of educators and 83% of parents…

Sarah AmmendoliaAugust 3, 2022

The Roots of Empathy Pandemic Story

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The Roots of Empathy Pandemic Story

Hello, I’m Mary Gordon and I’d like to tell you the story of what’s happened to our programming and our organization during this pandemic. We…

Louisa RoyMarch 8, 2021

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21 Children’s Wishes for the world for 2021

We asked children to send us 21 wishes for the world for 2021. Here's what they said, published each of the 21 days before 2021.

Louisa RoyDecember 10, 2020

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What Scientific Research Tells Us About Roots of Empathy

What Scientific Research Tells Us About Roots of Empathy Here is what some of the researchers and scientists have said at our Roots of Empathy…

Louisa RoyJuly 10, 2020

Baby Updates during COVID-19

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Baby Updates during COVID-19

Baby Updates

Louisa RoyMay 20, 2020

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Mary Gordon on how being home together is an opportunity

By Mary Gordon, Founder/President, Roots of Empathy It’s an incredible time for children to see us coming together to care, share, and be mindful of…

Louisa RoyMarch 25, 2020

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