Me and My Abuelo
Grandparents can help teach children new skills that they may not be able to learn anywhere else!
In the video, a little girl is spending time with her grandfather. After watching it, talk about the special skills and interests she shares with him. Ask, “What special activity would you like to do with your grandparent(s)?” You might suggest:
- Start sharing family stories and sketching out a family tree.
- Prepare a special family recipe together, and talk about where it comes from.
- Talk about their own parents’ or grandparents’ specials skills and talents. Make a plan to share one of these with children.
- Exchange pictures or notes to let both grandparents and grandchildren know how much they are loved and valued.
The Wiggle-Jiggle Game
A video about a getting-to-know-you game that helps kids appreciate similarities and differences.
Barbershop Bonding
A video about the community bonds of the Sesame Street barbershop.
Take Your Child to Work Day
A video about “take your child to work” day, and the bonding, learning and inspiration that can take place there.
Grandparents Are Grand!
There’s a lot that grandparents can do to bond with grandchildren (even at a distance) and to help them build the social skills they’ll need in school—and in life!
5 Things I Want Other Black Dads to Know
An article about Black fathers.
Abuela Makes a Quilt
A storybook about the bonding that can happen through art.
Supporting Fathers
This webinar to helps providers better understand, celebrate, and support fathers.
