Pick a category (such as animals) and a letter. How many items can your child name that fit in that category and start with that letter?
When you read aloud to your child, choose an exciting place to stop. Ask, “What do you think will happen next?”
Talk about service. Discuss ways your family can do something for others in the coming holiday season.
Hug your child, for no reason other than to show your love.
Make up a secret code with your child. Use it to write notes this week.
Start a family savings jar. Everyone can decide what the goal will be and how they will contribute.
Talk with your child about ways to handle stress. Getting enough sleep, exercising and talking to someone are helpful options.
Set aside some time this month to do something with your child that you enjoyed at the same age.
Celebrate National Popcorn Poppin’ Month. Pop some popcorn and curl up with some mystery books.
Encourage your child to draw a self-portrait.
It’s Theodore Roosevelt’s birthday. Help your child look up interesting facts about this president and protector of the environment.
Let your child see you keep your temper when you are upset. Instead of yelling, calmly talk about how you feel.
Teach your child to defend against bullying by saying no, walking away from fights and telling an adult.
Talk about one of your favorite books. Ask about one of your child’s.
Look for signs of fall: changing daylight, colored leaves, pumpkins, etc.
Let your child stay up 30 minutes past bedtime as a treat. The catch?
The time must be spent reading!
Have family members make a list of their strengths. Read them aloud. Add to one another’s lists.
Write an encouraging note to your child. Tuck it in a school notebook.
Help your child do something nice for someone else.
Go for a walk or bike ride with your child today. Challenge each other to spot something you haven’t seen before.