It’s the cornerstone of every public service ad aimed at parents:
“Talk to your kids about…”
That’s easier said than done. Most parents can tell you that talking with your kids isn’t always easy, especially as they get older.
Still, it’s important to know what’s going on in their lives, and in their heads. Parenting magazine offers these strategies for mixing kids and conversation. Try them out the next time you and your child are playing a game together.