Superhero Parent-
You might not wear a cape, but that doesn’t mean you can’t be a superhero—especially in the eyes of your children.
Simple ways to help your children soar.
The following written content by Alex Watt
You might not wear a cape, but that doesn’t mean you can’t be a superhero—especially in the eyes of your children. Being a superhero isn’t just about your origin story or even flying around a metropolis doing everything in your power to save the world from the bad guys. It’s about harnessing what makes you special and using it to help others. In being a parent, you have the opportunity each day to be the hero your kid admires. It doesn’t take much, either. Believe it or not, taking time out of your busy schedule to read your child a story or push them so they can soar higher and higher on the swings makes you Superman or Superwoman in their view. There’s only so much you can do to protect the planet from villains and other evildoers, but you have many expert-approved options when it comes to the little things you can do that will loom large in the lives of your children.
1 HAVE A DANCE PARTY.
Turn on some music and get to stepping while spending time together! According to Assistant Professor of Human Development and Family Studies at the University of New Hampshire Jill M. Trumbell, PhD., a little boogieing also goes a long way in getting “all that energy out.” Crank that Superman, do the Batusi, whatever keeps the party going.
2 COOK A MEAL TOGETHER.
Sharing a meal with your kids is great, but you can also combine culinary forces and solve the mystery of what superheroes eat for dinner. Dr. Trumbell even encourages letting the child choose the recipe, which will make them feel even more involved.
3. GO “CAMPING”
You rarely see superheroes roasting marshmallows over a crackling fire, but just because they seem to stick to cities doesn’t mean they don’t know how to get creative. Whether you pitch an actual tent in the backyard or build a blanket-fort in the living room, going “camping” makes any day special. Tell stories, go exploring—whatever you campers dream up, just don’t forget to have fun. Read more from Redbrook.
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