• Have a daily “connect” time with your child. Do this face-to-face, if possible; but if this isn’t an option, create a routine for doing so in other ways, such as leaving a note in your child’s lunch bag, posting a note by his toothbrush, or writing an encouraging saying on a shared whiteboard in the house.
• Create a special ritual for you and your child—something that can be done every day. For example, talk about something good that happened today.
• Tell your child you love her every day. And tell her how important she is to you and how she makes you feel. Talk about other family and friends who are important to your child. Help your child connect with them via phone call or making a picture to send them.
• Reinforce positive behavior. For example, if your child completes his chores without your asking, acknowledge it with words of appreciation—even if you don’t have the chance do so until the next day.
• Make and eat meals with your children whenever possible.Having your child assist with meal prep is a great way to build developmental skills. Look for ways s/he can be involved.
• Schedule time for doing an activity of your child’s choosing. Be sure to follow through and complete the activity without any distractions. Making "gingerbread" houses out of graham crackers or pop-tarts could be a new family holiday ritual.
• Play with your child, even if it’s during bath time or outside before you drop her off at preschool. Every little bit of time makes a positive impact!
• Laugh and be silly with your child. Turn on music and sing or dance!
• Turn off technology when you spend time with your child. Try not to text, answer calls, scroll through social media, or watch television. 

Infants

Young Toddlers

Toddlers

Young Preschool

Preschool