Parenting Children - August 19, 2012
Day 7 – Setting Goals and The Importance of Play
More Messages Associated With "Fun"...
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- value of laughter
- plan special family times
- make sure the time is clear of any other commitments for every member of the family
- prevent interruptions from the telephone or other people (unless they are invited with the understanding that it is family time
- Suggested routine for family times
- try to make it the same time each week
- spend at least an hour and a half having fun
- take turns choosing what activity you do (See worksheet)
- have it coincide with a meal
- get each family member in turn to choose their favorite menu -when they are old enough, use it as an opportunity to teach them to cook their choice of food
- make sure conversation and activities are at the level of the children
- if it is a week night, work out when to fit in homework, music practice, etc. (before or after depending on the age of the children)
- turn off the TV, or limit it to one program or DVD that you can watch together
- children learn about good and bad behavior from their family
- they learn values such as:
- thinking about others
- taking responsibility
- helping around the house
How can you plan a focused time of play with your child(ren) this week? Spend some time thinking about your moral compass – where does it point? Why?
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