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July 02, 2009 - Get board this summer (Post a Comment)

When's the last time you and your kids got "board"?I don't mean "bored" as in nothing to do, I mean "board" as in board games. You don't have to wait for a rainy day or for an evening when the power goes out. Pull out those old games now. Playing games is a great way to spend time with your kids face-to-face… doing something fun! It gives you an opportunity to teach them about competition and how to be a good loser and a good winner.

You can even try an educational game to help develop your children's imaginations. Check out this list of family-friendly games. Then turn off the TV and the computer and turn on the family fun.

End your day every night talking with your child. Pillow Talk is a nightly conversation starter that will provide you with questions to deepen your relationship with your child.

Tonight’s Pillow Talk

Have you played any good games at your friend's house lately? What game is your favorite? Mine is ________.

For more nightly conversations check out Pillow Talk Journal: A creative way to communicate with your children.

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