one on one time play covid-19

One-on-One Time

Set aside time to spend with each child

It can be for just 20 minutes, or longer – it’s up to us. It can be at the same time each day so children or teenagers can look forward to it.

Ask your child what they would like to do

Choosing builds their self-confidence. If they want to do something that isn’t OK with physical distancing, then this is a chance to talk with them about this.

play with toddler

Ideas with your baby / toddler

  • Copy their facial expression and sounds

  • Sing songs, make music with pots and spoons

  • Stack cups or blocks

  • Tell a story, read a book, or share pictures

dancing

Ideas with your young child

  • Read a book or look at pictures

  • Dance to music or sing songs

  • Make drawings with crayons or pencils.

  • Do a chore together - make cleaning and cooking a game.

With your teenager

  • Talk about something they like: sports, music, celebrities, friends

  • If it's safe, go for a walk - outdoors or around the home

  • Exercise together to their favorite music

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