Has your
child suddenly developed an aversion to socializing and avoids spending time
with siblings and family? Chances are that you don’t give importance to family
time and the same has percolated down to your child. Get up before it is too
late.
What is family time?
Spending
time with your family members, sharing problems, laughing heartily, playing
games together and sharing chores while having fun is what constitutes family
time! Family time reassures the fact in the saying that nothing is as important
as family.
Why is family time important?
1.
To build a strong bond with family
Bonds of
love, strength and companionship can be developed among family members only if
they spend time together and understand each other’s requirements.
2.
To inculcate
family values in children
Cases of
single parents are on the rise which adversely affects the mental growth of
children. Be a good role model whom your child can look up to and that will induce
family values in him/her.
3.
To tell the importance of family rituals
and traditions
Feeling of
belongingness will creep in if you celebrate birthdays, anniversaries and other
special occasions together and this will make the child respect family rituals
and traditions.
4.
To respect the distinct nature of every
individual
Aware of
the differences in everyone, every member should be encouraged to express
his/her opinion and due respect should be given to this. It will help the child
in understanding the uniqueness every individual has.
5.
It is a means to show love, affection,
and appreciation
Hold hands,
give hugs and appreciate each other to make your child understand the
importance of having a family and instilling love and care.
6.
To share the chores
When you
divide the daily chores amongst family members, you make the children independent
by teaching them the small things.
7.
To instil confidence in a child
Family time
instills confidence in the child that he/she is not alone and lowers their
stress hormones.
Childventures is
a home away from home. The importance of family is well taught by the teachers
here who spend quality
time with children
and make them understand family values. We
also partner with families in the development of children to their fullest
potential. For
information about our educational programs
for children visit www.childventures.ca or call us at 905-332-7539.
