Feel Like a Kid Again: Creative Tips to help you and your kids PLAY

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Nov 05, 2014, 11:59 ET

WESTON, Conn., Nov. 5, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- With all the latest apps and TV shows available these days, parents are competing for their kids' attention like never before, leading many to feel a major shift when it comes to bonding.

What's a parent to do?

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The Smaland dolls house by Lundby is one of 24 toys to receive the Scholastic Parent & Child® Magazine Gold Star Toy Award. Smaland is featured in the holiday gift guide in the November issue of the magazine and online at http://www.scholastic.com/goldstarwinners.
The Smaland dolls house by Lundby is one of 24 toys to receive the Scholastic Parent & Child® Magazine Gold Star Toy Award. Smaland is featured in the holiday gift guide in the November issue of the magazine and online at http://www.scholastic.com/goldstarwinners.
Participating in a craft project such as redesigning a dolls house, like this one from Lundby, is a great way to share creative ideas and spark conversation between you and your child. Here, Leanne Heilman of Rave & Review showcases her newly decorated Lundby Smaland dolls house with her daughter Lily.
Participating in a craft project such as redesigning a dolls house, like this one from Lundby, is a great way to share creative ideas and spark conversation between you and your child. Here, Leanne Heilman of Rave & Review showcases her newly decorated Lundby Smaland dolls house with her daughter Lily.

Studies say:  Time to play.

Play is not just essential for small children; it can be an important source of relaxation and stimulation for adults as well, according to The Child Development Institute.

Scientists and psychiatrists have long declared that actively playing with your kids not only encourages imagination, strengthens confidence, and creates a generally happier state of well-being, but it also helps improve relationships and decrease stress.

So, what if you're past the "peek-a-boo" stage and your child is more interested in playing on a tablet or surfing social media?

Here are some helpful ideas for playing with kids of all ages:

  • Get Outside:  Kick a ball around, walk around the neighborhood, play freeze tag or dodgeball.  These activities encourage both kids and adults to be more comfortable outdoors, develop motor coordination and increase overall physical fitness.
  • Start a Craft Project Together: Make a scrapbook, open a science volcano kit, or redesign a dollhouse. Swedish classic brand Lundby™ (www.lundby.com/en) has a whole list of fun craft and decor ideas to redecorate your very own Smaland dollshouse, including sewing pillows, wallpapering the rooms, and repurposing furniture to showcase your personal tastes.  Talk about what colors they like or where they want the furniture placed.
  • Listen to Music:  Time to share your favorites with your kids and encourage them to share their new tunes with you. Share memories of when you heard a certain song or talk about what band you'd like to see in concert one day.
  • Put on your Own Play: Write a play together and perform it for friends and family. Grab old clothes from the attic and make your own costumes. Download a playbill template and create your very own program.

These fun-filled activities will go beyond aiding your child's continued development: They are sure fire ways to bring you closer together and strengthen a bond that will last a lifetime.

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