Writer's Block from yesterday...

[kudagirl]

Okay, I didn't answer this question, but it did prompt me to remember something.
I might give children books to read or read to them, but I would fit the book to the child.
Under the cut is the memory this question sparked.

Which books will you certainly read to your children, nieces, nephews or godchildren?

Comments

[debris4spike]

Good point.

A lot of parents use the TV as the "babysitter" rather than spend time talking to them

[kudagirl]

LOL! I got a gold star.

I dated a guy who had three kids. He booked them in sports and stuff so they were always scheduled and had little down time. I felt bad about it because I wondered when he spent time with them. I told him they needed time to just be kids. He disagreed. Said he was afraid they would get into drugs or something if they had free time.

My kids played board games and card games with us almost each day when they were growing up. We spent time playing the games, but talked as well. We did watch TV and movies quite a bit, but we would talk about what we watched as well. They had no problems talking to me about anything growing up and still don't today. I just feel that too often teachers, coaches or others make impressions on kids instead of parents.

[debris4spike]

When we were kids it was jigsaws if it was just the 3 of us ... board games and dominoes for the 5 of us ... or family films on the TV ... so we could chat and/or be together.

I can see what your ex-friend meant ... a lot of kids are left to their own devices ... TV and then nothing, and so can drift into boredom, and drugs. However spending time with them, as well as local sports clubs would have been even better.

I think it's sad that kids can't be kids much now, playing is so rarely seen these days.

[kudagirl]

I love to play dominoes. It's sort of a big thing here in the south. When I was growing we had a pool hall and a dominoes hall in town. Women were not allowed in either of them. LOL, guess the men thought we might beat them.

[edenskye]

This is true.I believe that reading and talking to kids is so important. It allows them the opportunity to ask questions and it's a bonding time for parents and kids.

[kudagirl]

Yes, the kids are relaxed and open to talking while playing games or reading to them. It's an important time to get into the habit of being open with them. Later on it makes it easier for them to trust you and come to you with problems.