Kids love parents to read stories. They cuddle, feel cozy, and close to their parents too. So turn off the chores, the computer, and the TV. Take time to have fun with your kids.
The family meeting is the perfect time to set up regular story time dates. Your kids will look forward to this special time with you and the family.
The Family Meeting:
Family meeting discussions are easy to have in the car, while eating a meal, before dinner, or right before bed.
Gather the family together and ask each member:
- What kind of stories do you like best?
- Can you name some of your favorites?
- When would you like to go to the library and pick some out?
- How can we choose books everybody likes?
Spice up Story Night:
Read with your best expression. Use gestures. Delight your family. Tell each member to act out different parts of the story.
Become a scary storyteller within the glow of the fireplace.
On a stormy night start a funny, scary, or family story. Then tell the person next to you to continue the story until it is done.
Hold a storytelling contest. Vote for the best storyteller. Post the winner's picture on the refrigerator for a week.
Have you tried a story night? What did you do? How did it go?
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