When speaking, many people will use “like,” “um,” or “uh” to fill the silent space in a conversation. Other words you might here are “so” or “right.” This is a habit, but one you can modify. This activity helps to eliminate these fillers in conversation and build public speaking skills.

Some things can sound nice or rude depending on how you say them, but in a text message, you can’t show that you’re smiling. This activity is a fun way to practice saying and hearing the emotional meaning behind someone’s words. Notice how different we sound when we say something with kindness or cruelty, then think about what happens when the same thing is just a text message.

This is no ordinary game of charades. In this activity, you’ll start by thinking about things you do with a screen device, like watching videos on a laptop or listening to music on your smartphone, and things you do without a screen device, like riding a bike or watering your garden. How is the classic game of charades different when you act out screen time activities? Begin by choosing the appropriate grade level for the […]

Practice persuasive communication and video creation. How would you convince someone to buy (or NOT buy) an object in your house?

A sense of purpose can help children and teens feel more optimistic about the future and believe in themselves when faced with challenges. What exactly is purpose? Purpose involves far-reaching goals that could benefit not just oneself but others as well. Meeting a life challenge, mastering a skill, building something big, or finishing a project can all contribute to a sense of purpose. In this activity, you and your child will strengthen your sense of […]