Table Topics
Mind-stretching brain games and conversation starters. It's the perfect opportunity for sharing stories, building knowledge, strengthening character, and having fun!
As children grow and mature, they begin to question their parents more often. Sometimes this can result in sassy back talk. I think everyone can agree that sassiness does not make for pleasant listening. Nor does it facilitate productive conflict resolution. How can back talk be replaced with respect and good will? Try some of these suggestions:
5 Steps To Put the Brakes on Backtalk
How to Discipline a Strong Willed 11-Year-Old Child | eHow.com
What ideas do you have?
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Play the Secret Word Game
Play a chain game that connects familiar fairy tales (nursery rhymes and favorite picture books can also be included). The first player starts by naming a fairy tale.
The second player names another fairy tale that relates to the one first named in some way or another.
The third player continues the chain.
Your chain links can be as creative as you are! Have fun!
