Table Topics
Mind-stretching brain games and conversation starters. It's the perfect opportunity for sharing stories, building knowledge, strengthening character, and having fun!
Think of a time when child(ren) and adult(s) in your household did not agree and conflict was the result. Discuss the goals and needs of the parties involved.
Did each person understand the motives of the
other individuals in the situation?
Did each person understand the value of the
outcome to everyone involved?
You might want to start with this common conflict, bedtime or curfew.
What are the needs involved here? Children and parents might express these needs: independence, structure, missing out on activities, promoting good health, etc.
What are the goals involved here? A child might want to discuss a television show with classmates but it comes on after bedtime. A parent might want some quiet time in the evening to work on a project.
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Communication and voice inflections
Do you park far away from the store, not because you need the exercise but because you hope you might find a penny? Do you use the small packets of ketchup from the restaurants to flavor your soup?
Name some other creative ways to be a penny pincher.
