If you’re a busy mom (who isn’t?), I know the last thing you want is someone giving you something else to do.
I get it. I’m a busy mom, too. But this little tool that I’m going to share with you is my favorite way to pause and quickly connect with my 5 year old.
The best part is, SHE loves it, too. She asks for it and wouldn’t let me forget to ask her “question” each night.
There are 4 weeks of questions included in this printable journal.
Each week has a different focus:
Week 1 includes questions that will help you get to know your child a little better, such as “If you could be someone else for the day, who?”.
Week 2 includes silly questions that will make both you and your child laugh, such as “Would you rather bathe in jello or ice?”
Week 3 includes questions that promote self-confidence such as “What makes you beautiful?”
Finally, week 4 includes questions that promote empathy and kindness such as “Who do you feel sorry for?”
The journal is not meant to be filled out solely by your child (even though you could absolutely do that).
I however think it is a fantastic addition to your child’s bedtime routine.
The journal’s format gives ample space for multiple children to answer or for you to write answers from the same child at different ages.
Some of the sweetest moments between my daughter and me occurred because of this journal. I hope you and your child love it, too.
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This is fantastic! I know my daughters would absolutely cherish this time together. Thanks so much for creating this resource!
I’m glad you love it, Sara! My daughter definitely loves it, and I love learning more about her too!
I don’t have kids, but this looks like a great journal!
Thank you!
This is lovely!
Thanks, Bethany!
I love this! My mom and I did something similar when I was younger and I loved it. Such a great way to keep the lines of communication open in a fun way.
That’s awesome about you and your mom! I would have loved to have some something like this with my mom 🙂
My daughter LOVES reading and writing – I think we are going to have to try this.
I hope you do and I would love to hear about it!
I love these ideas. It’s great to find different ways to communicate with your children and develop a strong foundation for a florist Shane relationship with them for years to come
Absolutely! It’s so important to build that strong bond now (especially before they become teens!)
What a great idea! I love the routine and that you can look back on their answers later on in life!
Thanks Ashley! I love looking back on written memories like this.
This is so sweet and such a good idea. It makes your child learn some valuable critical thinking skills because they have to evaluate the question. These types of questions will help them academically, but also problem solve. Plus, you get to bond! I love it!
Thanks Brittany! You’re right, it definitely does get my daughter used to answering questions about herself.
What a cool idea! I can’t wait until my kiddos are just a little bit older—will definitely be doing this with them!
Yay! I’m glad you like it, and hope you come back!
This is just brilliant, I used to teach a Journalling course in terms of mental health recovery, I would love to do this with my children, I think it’s wonderful x
I would love it if you do!