Cooperative Living October 2023 - 25

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Four ways to share childhood classics with your kids
Story courtesy of Family Features
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n spite of busy school-day schedules and never-ending to-do lists,
most families want to maintain a sense of connectedness all year
round. Special moments with your family start by leaving behind
that checklist, setting smartphones aside and saving responsibilities
for tomorrow.
If you catch yourself reminiscing about the good times you
grew up with, turning back the clock and showing your kids what
childhood was like for you is one way to foster a better connection
with your children. Throw it back to your childhood with these
family-favorite activities to enjoy at the dining room table, after
school or over a weekend.
READ FAVORITE BOOKS
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a favorite novel shor stor
ake it a more educational route and hook your children on
rite novel, short story or book series. You can introduce them
out
or boo se ies
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to favorite genres, popular characters or specific authors, then head
to the library to search the shelves. In fact, you could be giving them
a leg up on English class; literature from your days in the classroom
might still be read in schools today.
GET OUTSIDE AND EXPLORE
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Tech
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to
ech devices from tablets to video game consoles often dominate
kids free time, but you can open their minds to a whole newworld
kids' free time, but you can open their mi ds to a whole newworld
with a little outdoor exploration. Climb aboard bicycles (and strap
with a little outdoor exploration. Climb aboard bicycles (and strap
on those helmets) for a cruise around the neighborhood or enjoy
bird watching from the comfort of the backyard. If you're on the
adventurous side, gather a tent and s'mores supplies for a night or
weekend in the great outdoors.
WATCH CLASSIC MOVIES
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at your fingertips means you can watch remastered classics just using
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at your fingertips means you can watch r mast
a smart TV or casting device. Whether it's a Spielberg favorite,
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original superhero flick or comedy classic, an abundance of kidfriendly
movies from the video-rental days are ready to watch online.
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dining room table. Start with the basics like checkers or, with older
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