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We took the kids bowling Sunday night. The kids have been wanting to go so we thought it was a good time. We were also able to find a great special at one of the nearby bowling alleys. They had $2 games, $2 shoes, and $2 food items.

The kids had so much fun. Our youngest son had to use a stand to roll the ball down. Our eldest just tried his best even though he just couldn’t stop rolling the ball in the gutter. He did get frustrated at times but overall was a good sport. And of course, Mike and I are not great bowlers so one roll was a strike while the next one a gutter ball.

Bowling is good exercise and great fun for the family. We encourage you to try bowling as a family. Or you might want to try some new activity as a family as a way of connecting with one another. Look for specials at places like bowling alleys, roller rinks, amusement parks or any other family friendly place. Or you might try some activities that do not cost money like playing kickball, flying a kite or going on a hike as a way of having fun and spending more time together.

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In our family, both of our kids are talented in different areas. One son excels in reading but has trouble spelling. while the other is exceptional in math but doesn’t enjoy reading. One son is very social while the other is on the shy side. They are both smart just different.

So, the question should really not be “What is intelligence?” but how can you make the most of the special gifts that each child has? We try to do that every day by not comparing them to each other and trying to provide enriching activities that maximize their strengths and minimize their weakness.

1. Go to the library weekly.
2. Check out a variety of books: both fiction and non-fiction.
3. Select books on subjects that interest your child.
4. Have material readily available in most rooms of the house.
5. Let your child “read” to you descibing pictures or reciting from memory.
6. Read aloud to your child daily at least 30 minutes a day.
7. Read chapter books.
8. Ask questions about the books after reading them.
9. Model good habits by reading regularly. Kids will want to read if they see parents read.
10. Limit television and computer time.