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March 19, 2010

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What Are Some Educational Activities For Parent And Child To Do Together?

You can support your child's educational development at home through fun activities that you do together. These activities for parent and child to do together can often be so fun that they may not seem educational on the surface, but they all help children practice advanced thinking skills.

Cook together. Following a recipe helps children practice countless skills including reading comprehension, measurement, fractions and time.
Start a family book club. Choose a book that everyone in the family will enjoy and can read independently. When the whole family is finished with the book, set out some treats and discuss it. For more information on having a family book, read 'Creating a Book Club to Encourage Reading'.
Go on outings to places with educational value. Look for places that are fun, like the zoo or science museum, but that also have the potential to teach your child some information. Other fun places include the historical society, art museum and nature preserve.

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