A Simple Parent-Child Activity: Asking Your Child Questions

Posted by drozzell on February 21, 2009

Do you ever   simply ask your kids questions, and then wait to see how they answer? I think this is a great thing to do with kids: engage them with questions. Just asking questions is one of the simplest, and probably most overlooked, ways to build a great relationship with your son or daughter. Here are some examples.

What is your favorite color? Why?

What is your favorite smell?

What was your favorite part of our last vacation?

What songs do you like? Are there any you do not like?

What is your favorite animal? Why?

If a genie gave you a wish, what would you wish for?

What is your favorite book or story?

You get the idea, and you will think of many questions of this type to ask. Let your child expound a bit, draw him or her out, and be ready to ask the key follow up question: Why? You will be amazed at what you learn.