1. Strong Family Traits Review In groups of 2 get a White board Marker & Flannel cloth

2. Tell your family member that you love them. Work on handling your own stress in a positive manner to provide model for children. Discover and encourage your children’s activities and interests. Read books and play games together.Discuss and practice your religious beliefs as a family. Time Together Coping Skills Commitment Appreciation Spirituality

3. Prepare and eat meals together.Use “I” statements to work through problems. You and your spouse are there for each other and for your children. Encourage one another throughout difficult situations and crises. Say “thank you” when someone completes a family chore. Coping Skills Appreciation Time Together Commitment Communication

4. Pray as a family.Attend a movie or sporting event. Leave notes of appreciation for family members. Talk about emotions your are feeling as you deal with difficult circumstances. Avoid interrupting each other while having a conversation or discussion. Coping Skills Time Together Appreciation Spirituality Communication

5. Don’t give up on solving difficult problems. Let your family members know they are unique and special. Talk about what you learned by going through a difficult time and how it strengthen the family. Turn off the electronic devices and eat dinner together. Bike, walk or hike together. Communication Appreciation Coping Skills Commitment Time Together