Ways for Dad to Connect with Kids

Wondering how you can connect with your kiddos? Here’s a list to get you started!

• Plan a regular time for Daddy/Child date to do something fun and adventurous.
• Write a short message to them on a stick-it note and hide it in their lunch.
• Let your child help you wash the car or fix something.
• Play a game with them—one that they want to play.
• If you like to cook, let them help you.
• Take them to the park.
• Teach your child how to do something like build a kite, a soapbox derby car, a paper airplane, etc.
• Tell them what life was like when you were their age.
• Listen to them—learn about their favorite things, who their friends are, their favorite game, etc.