Need a fun parent/child bonding activity? Here's an idea. How about a Cookie and Milk Date where you spend time chatting with your child, while answering this "My Dreams for the Future" questionnaire. It asked questions encouraging children to express their dreams for the future.
Since I often try to go on "dates" with each of my kids independently. These "dates" give each of my children their own time to feel special, and they ABSOLUTELY love this. I am always looking for new ideas on things to do with them where I can give them my undivided attention. So I created this "My Dreams for the Future" questionnaire.
Parent and Child Date Idea
A fun parent/child date could be as simple as this "milk and cookies interview".
Set a specific time aside for each of your children to just sit and chat with them over their favorite cookies and a glass of milk. Most likely they have a lot to say....even things they have never told you before. It's a great time to listen, encourage, and celebrate your child.
I created this "My Dreams for the Future" questionnaire to make getting the conversation started easier. It could even be fun to do this interview each year to see how your child's dreams and goals for the future changed. Or maybe they stay the same and/or progress each year. This questionnaire would also make a great keepsake that your child will enjoy reading when they are all grown up.
All you need to do is print out this FREE printable "My Dreams for the Future" questionnaire, and set the table with some milk and cookies. Then let the conversation begin.
Empowering kids to follow their dreams will also lead them to a brighter future. It's important for them to know that anything is possible and that they have their parents' or guardians' support as they follow their dreams.
Plus, some yummy cookies will keep the conversation extra sweet!
I can't tell you enough, how excited my son was to have this special interview with me. He really, really loved it.....and I found out some cool things about him he has never shared with me! It is a simple way to grow that special parent/child bond. Whether it be after school or a late evening snack, you can fit this into your busy day.
I look forward to taking time to make more of these special moments happen with my boys. i know that by keeping the lines of communication open between them an myself will make for a happier family.
Click here to download the FREE printable "My Dreams for the Future" questionnaire.
Susan
love it! Kyle is so cute!
Jill
Thank you!
Jaime Jenkins
Great idea! You're a good mom. Pinning!
Jill
Thanks!
Dinah
This is such a great idea. AND I think the printable makes it more fun for the kids. Love it!
pattie
I'm totally doing this with my kids!