Soda Pop

Soda Pop Download printable version of the activity This activity is best done in the kitchen or even outside. Get a bottle or can of warm soda pop. Begin talking about how sometimes things happen that shake up the day. (Begin shaking the can or bottle.) Sometimes...

Walk a Mile in My Shoes

Walk a Mile in My Shoes Download printable version of the activity For this exercise, everyone needs to remove their shoes or bring a pair of their own shoes if they aren’t wearing any.  Put all the shoes in a pile and let each family member pick a pair of someone...

Tall Tales

Tall Tales Download printable version of the activity For this activity, gather the family together and tell a story about something that really happened to you. Pepper the story with 5 lies or exaggerations. You can decide how obvious you want to make them. They can...

Mapping the Future

Mapping the Future Download printable version of the activity Find an old road map that you do not mind if the kids write on or print one from the internet. If you plan a road trip soon, you can use that as a destination for planning, or you may solicit input on a...

Sticks and Stones

Sticks and Stones Download printable version of the activity To prep for this activity, download the pdf at the bottom of this paragraph.  Printing it on red paper is best, but you can also print it on standard white.  You or a child can color it, ensuring the words...

A Mannerly Meal

A Mannerly Meal Download printable version of the activity You will need to plan this activity around a family meal. You can make it a special meal by using the good china or serving special food. It can also be done at an ordinary family dinner. Put 5 chocolate...