October 3rd, 2022

As part of your dinnertime or bedtime routine, ask your child these three questions:

• What is something that made you smile today?
• What is something that made you sad today?
• What is something that you learned today?

Asking questions helps children learn how to communicate. Teaching our children when they are very young that sharing as a family is something good and normal builds a sense of security and trust that will help keep communication pathways open later on.

It shows you how your child viewed the day and supports them to identify and deal with emotions. It helps you, as a parent, to know them better, and to enjoy and share even in moments you might not have been present for. It’s one more way of helping your child become a life long learner.

Categories: Belonging and Contributing