Being a grandparent is one of the great joys of life. But if you feel like your child-care skills have rusted, Rotary International offers these suggestions:
- Spend time, one-on-one, with each grandchild.
- Don't spend the time together doing mundane things such as running errands. Instead, enjoy a fun, leisurely afternoon without a set schedule.
- Spend time together outdoors, at a local park or on a nature hike.
- Take your grandchild to a movie, play or concert, or visit local sights.
- Play games together. Card and board games are a fun way to help your grandchild learn, as you enjoy each other's company.
- Help your child learn about his or her family. Tell stories about family history, including when your grandchild's parents were young.
Petting zoos are a fun attraction for children, but it can expose you and the youngsters to germs.
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention advises that you take these precautions:
- Make use of any hand-washing stations set up around the petting zoo.
- Always wash hands immediately after petting the animals, after touching gates or fences, and always before you eat.
- Try to wash hands with soap and water; hand-sanitizing gel will suffice if no running water is present.
- Never take food or drink into the petting zoo area.
- Carefully watch young children, especially those aged 5 or younger. Make sure that while petting the animals, they don't put anything into their mouths -- including fingers, pacifiers or toys.
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