Ask
Open-Ended
Questions
Ask about her likes and
dislikes. (“What would
be your best day ever? And
your worst?”) Repeat back
what she says to show that
you’ve listened and care.Go Apple
Picking
Surprise the kids by
day-tripping to a nearby
orchard. Go early on a
Saturday to beat the
crowds, pick a bushel or
two, hit up a hayride, and
then head home to bake
an apple crisp for dessert.Give Gentle
Massages
Offer to rub your kid’s
back, feet, hands, or scalp,
even for five minutes
before he goes to bed.
He’ll feel calm and secure
and will sleep better, too.Look for
Recipes
Together
Ask your child to name
her favorite fruit or
veggie. Search for cool
recipes that use it as a
main ingredient. Then,
let her be your sous chef!Throw a
Dance Party
Play some irresistible music
and challenge your kids
to see who has the best
moves. If you get in on the
action, too, chances are the
kids will be surprised...and
maybe even impressed!Go on a Date
Schedule one-on-one
time with just one kid at
his favorite restaurant or
a new place you want
to try together. Bonus
points for dressing up!Make Funny
Family Videos
You can let your children
wing it or offer to help write
and direct the home movie.
Imitations of other family
members are always a hit!Have a
“Yes” Day
Let the kids be entirely
in charge of everything
you do for a day—we highly
suggest you save this for
a weekend when you have
no other commitments!—
even if that means they
pick pie for dinner. (P.S.:
You’ll likely enjoy that as
much as they do.)Start your Thanksgiving with a family fun run
(or a not-so-fun run, depending...) by joining a local
turkey trot. Try to do a few practice runs—start at
1 mile and gradually work up to 3—a few weeks
before the race, and make it a family effort. Take
walk breaks as needed, but everyone trains and
everyone races, no matter how fast or slow they
may be! Check your local event calendar or visit
active.com/turkey-trots to find a race near you.connectWITH YOUR KIDS
ALLRECIPES.COM 98 OCT/NOV 2019
Make the most of your time together with quick
conversation starters and fun fall activities. By Amy PalanjianPHOTO: GETTY IMAGES
For Kids
FAMILY
The family that runs togetherÉ