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1
Encourage your child to use to-do lists to help keep focused
on what needs to be done. |
2
Make a special after-school snack for your child. Visit
about the day you each had while sharing the treat. |
3
Have each family member think of two nice things to do today.
Later, share what you did. |
4
Is there a quotation that inspires you? Share it with
your child. |
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Make popcorn and rent a movie with your child.
Afterward, talk about the movie. |
6
Make a commitment not to let holiday plans hurt your child's
study routine. |
7
Encourage your child to compare prices and return policies
before buying something. |
8
Suggest that your child ask herself near the end of a study
session, "Can I do one more thing?" Small things add up. |
9
Help your child think of ways to say "no" to drugs, alcohol
and smoking. |
10
Take advantage of time in the car with your child. You
can talk privately without interruption. |
11
Peer pressure can be positive. Encourage group
activities like sports and volunteering. |
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Suggest your child give some of his time during the holidays. Look for
volunteering activities you can do together. |
13
Suggest that your child write a letter to an author, lawmaker
or celebrity. |
14
One night this week, watch your child's favorite TV show with
her. Talk about it together. |
15
Don't let your children watch TV while studying, no matter
how much they want to. |
16
It's the Boston Tea Party anniversary. Teach your child
about this historical event. |
17
As your child becomes more responsible, switch from a weekly
to a monthly allowance. |
18
Cook dinner with your child. Try to think about ways to
reduce the fat in something you are cooking. |
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Many new movies come out during the holidays. Make
plans to see one with your child. |
20
Meet the parents of your child's friends. Work as a
team to keep your kids safe. |
21
Notice the states on license plates. Name something you
know about each one. |
22
Look through your child's baby book together. Talk
about past achievements. |
23
Pretend the power has gone out. Turn off the TV and
read or tell stories by flashlight. |
24
Tell your child something you love and admire about her. |
25
Make a special toast to your child at breakfast or dinner. |
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Expect your child to write thank-you notes for gifts.
It's polite and it builds writing skills. |
27
Is your child becoming a couch potato? Find physical
activities you can enjoy together. |
28
Discuss with your child what things you both could do to conserve energy and
natural resources. |
29
Help your child open a bank savings account. Explain
how to keep track of deposits and withdrawals. |
30
Check on your child's goals for the school year. Make note of
progress. |
31
Have your child list the most important lessons from this school so far this
year. |
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