Active parenting may also manifest by showing genuine interest in your child’s activities within the home and in school. Such could be achieved by attending school PTO meetings, in which parents find out about their child’s activities, performance, and behavior in school. It is also an essential venue to consult with teachers and about your child. By showing interest in their lives, you’re giving your child the assurance that he/she is important to you, and that he/she is loved.
Family outings, likewise, are great opportunities to bond and learn with your child. You can take your child to a trip to a museum or national park where there are tons of things to discover together. Your children will appreciate the time you spend with them, and it also helps build relationships in an entertaining and educational way. Before going on a trip, though, the decision on where to go or what to do should come from both parent and child.