If Only Family Life Came With a Remote Control… You’ve just discovered a magical remote that works on family life. Unfortunately, the batteries are almost dead, and you only get ONE button. Which do you choose? A. PAUSE: Freeze time during one of those perfect little moments you wish could last forever. B. REWIND: Relive a ridiculously funny family moment, complete with the laughter. C. MUTE: Silence the chaos for 10 glorious minutes. No questions, no arguments, no one calling your name. D. SHUFFLE: Turn an ordinary afternoon into a completely unexpected adventure. Nobody knows what’s coming! I’m torn between B and D. Although, depending on the day, C sounds pretty tempting. Which button are you pressing, and why? Bonus question: Which button would the kids in your life choose?

My apologies, a scammer snuck in. He has been removed from group.

We're thrilled to have some wonderful new folks joining Connected Through Play! This community thrives because people like you believe that play is where the real magic happens and we can't wait to see what you bring to the mix. @Daniel Albert is here to connect with people who share ideas, and as a single father navigating the beautiful chaos of raising children, he's excited to find new ways to engage with them. @Anita Jeffrey was drawn to the power of play as a tool for building stronger connections, and she's committed to learning fresh approaches that center the children in her life. @Patricia Wilson , an ER nurse and business owner from Atherton, is here to discover fun and meaningful ways to create lasting memories with her two daughters. @Pacita Florida a brings strategic thinking and a passion for practical solutions—and she's looking forward to ditching the screens and playing the old-fashioned way with her 3-year-old grandson. @Emily Harper is passionate about understanding how play supports children's development and learning, and she's eager to both contribute ideas and learn from others here. @Audrey Worm, a podcast manager and coach who helps mothers balance business and family, is hunting for fresh play ideas to enrich time with her kids. @Jessica Meraz is focused on building better memories with her kids while honoring their ADHD, just like her own, and she's excited about learning different ways to connect. Dive into the conversations, share your stories, and remember, there's no such thing as too silly when it comes to play. We're so glad you're here.

Trying my hand at some food safety items for the 3-8 year old set. What would you keep? What would you change?

Introduce change to your kids? One thing I don’t think we talk about enough as a society is how to introduce change. Some kids seem to adapt well while others struggle. Depending on age, change will also mean different things to the child. I’m in one of those deep thought modes as I ponder an unplanned trip to Grand Rapids, MI next week on behalf of a client. Do you flex with change or dig in? Do you see your kids adopt your behavior or are they opposite? What types of games or activities could help in teaching how to navigate change?