![]() ![]() ![]() We are also demonstrating respect by listening quietly to the other person’s answer, not interrupting, not forcing our opinions on them, and not rushing to take our own turn. And secondly, when you know about someone and more about why they think something, then we’re more likely to respect them. This is great for a couple of reasons.įirst, it allows the child to get to know you as a person, not just a disciplinarian or parent. As we build the tower, we’re also building our relationship… in therapy, we’re building rapport with the client as we play and learning more about our client, but when families play together they’re doing the same thing. To refocus from the “how do I win?” concerns, I talk to my clients about building the tower together- “Let’s see how high we can make it!” Each person’s addition to the tower can hurt or help the rest of the players. Sometimes it takes a couple games with kids before they stop focusing on that part. I don’t talk about who “won” or “lost” when I play with kids, although some kids (and adults) are really concerned about it. My newer version has the numbers printed using a Cricut machine so it’s definitely more professional looking. If you like this post, you might also love my posts about how to make a Bingo game for the kids to play on car rides or my DIY Card Holders (great for small hands!). Make sure to check out my newer version of this game, Family Jenga. Kids love having adults listen to them enthusiastically and being able to explain their points of view, and they seen to enjoy hearing their parents answer as well. It allows them to talk about topics that they might not otherwise talk or think about. It teaches good sharing and listening skills. Interactive Jenga a great way to play Jenga with your kids while also building on social skills and improving your relationship. A previous supervisor had one in her office and I’ve built on the idea over the years with the help of clients and colleagues. ![]() I have this interactive Jenga game for work and the kids love it. Please read the whole post so you don’t miss any important information! As an affiliate for Amazon, Cricut, xTool, Home Depot, and other sites, I earn from qualifying purchases. This post may contain affiliate links which may earn me commissions should you click through them and take certain actions. Used in therapy or as a family game, they’re a great way to open up conversation! Keep in mind though when the stack falls, it not only hits with force but can also possibly leave a dent in drywall.This interactive Jenga game has a list of questions that go with each block. This left a more distressed look but improved the ability to remove a piece from the column with ease.Īnd there you have it! A straightforward DIY project for around $50! Find a flat surface and stack your pieces for a fun, outdoor (or indoor!) game. The painted pieces were not as easily removable from the stacked column as the unpainted pieces were! To remedy the issue, I ran the painted pieces over again with the finishing sandpaper. Once painted, all that was left was to allow them to fully dry for a few days! Once fully dried we stacked them all up and attempted a game but came to a quick realization, one that had crossed my mind when I started painting the pieces. ![]()
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