Activities for together time

Help boost your child's self-esteem. Take pride in her achievements and accomplishments today and every day.

Put on a history play with your child today. Help him learn about important events in world history or even your own family history.

Make learning to write letters and numbers fun for your child. Roll playdough or clay into long thin worms and ask her to create letters and numbers.

Ask your child to help make lunch today. He can pick a spot in the park so that you can share lunch together.

Go to the park and take a nature hike with your child today. Ask him to point out different animals and what they need to survive (i.e. food, shelter etc.)

Encourage your child to make a 'to do' list today. Help him make a list of things that he would like to accomplish tomorrow, then check the items once completed.

Take your child shopping for groceries. Have her compare prices and decide which are better buys.

Teach your child about recycling. Show her how to recycle items such as paper, glass and aluminium.

Visit the library with your child today. Encourage her to borrow books about a different country, and learn about the people, cultures, and customs of the that country.

Help your child practice her math skills. Ask her to add up all the change in your pocket or purse today.

Make car trips fun for your child. Play a game and ask him to point out licence plates billboards and interesting road signs.      

How much does your child know about her family history? On a map trace where your family is from and help her create a family tree.

Help your child write a letter to a grandparent or friend today. Explain the importance of keeping in touch with loved ones.     

Make tonight a 'No TV' night with your family. Ask your child to help select games or stories, and spend some quality time with him.