Do you get the classic grunt, grumble, or "fine" when you ask your child about their day? Does talking to your child feel complicated? The tween years are similar to the turbulent twos. Your child is experiencing new things while growing into their independence. A lot is going on in their world. If they aren't talking to you, then who? Friends, their favorite teacher, or maybe not a single soul...
Open Up: The ParenTeen REALationship card deck is designed to help parents and children strengthen their relationship through rich conversation and connection. This 70-card series was created by a teacher-mom inspired by the three aspects of social-emotional development: acting, feeling, and thinking. The questions range from light to deep. Many are from the mouths of babes. These are questions that your child would love to know about you and what you need to know about them. Understanding each other on a deep level and honest communication requires an open mind to listen instead of judgment. The benefit?An unbreakable bond. These cards will get the conversation going, players will engage in healthy dialogue, and everyone is a winner, deal?
Take pleasure in the richness of the conversations and BE PRESENT!
