School, work, meetings, sports, and other activities often interfere with family time. The notion to help bring families together is not a new one, but one that has fallen by the way side in recent years. Dinnertime is that old standby, helping to bring parents and children closer. Sitting down to a meal together is a great way to catch up, discuss what s new, and make future family plans.
Kids can talk to parents about schoolwork, extracurricular activities, and friendships.
Parents can discuss family issues such as vacations, and also use this time to encourage their kids and give them positive reinforcement.