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Taking Time

December 17, 2007
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The holiday season can be so busy that many parents miss out on spending time with their children – which is sadly ironic because this time of year is supposed to be devoted to family and other loved ones. It’s important to remember that the best gift a parent and caregiver can give is love, attention, and nurturing. This holiday, make it a point to spend precious time with a child doing creative, stimulating, and productive activities. Here are some fun ways to bond with children:
  • Sing carols and other holiday songs together.
  • Get children involved in measuring ingredients for cooking and baking holiday treats.
  • Decorate the house by using crafts you create together.
  • Get children involved in measuring ingredients for cooking and baking holiday treats.
  • Use shopping time as a time for learning. Talk about the colors, objects and smells that you experience while out and about.
  • Ask your child to help wrap a present.

I encourage parents and caregivers to embrace the excitement of the holiday by integrating early learning activities that benefit children into the tasks of the season.

Evelyn V. Martinez
Executive Director
First 5 LA

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