There are many wonderful ways to connect and strengthen your relationship with your child. Here are 10 of my favorites. My rules for bonding time are that the activity should be one where you can interact and talk, and technology should be put to the side (as much as possible) for the duration of your time together.

1. Go to the park

2. Take a walk around the lake

3. Eat dinner together

4. Make dinner together

5. Play a board game

6. Institute family meetings

7. Ask specific questions about their day

• -"What game did you play at recess today?"
• -"Which special did you go to today?"
• -"What are you reading in class this week?"

8. Create "technology free" times

9. Create a family ritual

• Taco Tuesdays
• Family game night

10. Read a book together