Bonding with your child is important. It is up to you to make the time to do so. Once you make this commitment, you will then need to find activities that will allow this bond to grow.
Woodland Hills, California is an affluent neighborhood in the Los Angeles County area. Located in the San Fernando Valley, it is bordered by the Santa Monica Mountains. Woodland Hills isn’t very large – with a population of about 63,000. But its size has nothing to do with the amount of activities there are in this region. With its close proximity to Los Angeles, there is always something to keep you busy.
Here are a few ideas that can provide you an opportunity to get closer with your child:
– Spend time outdoors. The weather in Woodland Hills is beautiful, allowing you ample time to go exploring! Hike the 3,000 acres of rolling hills in Upper Las Virgenes Canyon Open Space Preserve or take your child to the Top of Topanga Overlook with a picnic basket and lunch among the wildflowers.
– Volunteer with your child. Sometimes we get wrapped up in our own lives that we forget about those who may not be as fortunate. Take the time to show your child that there are people in need and there are ways to help. Be a role model.
– Create a meal. Let your child help with meal planning and cooking. This is the perfect way to teach your child about healthy eating and how to cook. You can always top this activity off with a nice family dinner. Or every now and then, you can make it special and slip on down to Warner Center and grab a bite to eat at Something’s Fishy or Senor Grandes.
– Be active with academics. You can join a parent group at your child’s school and be active within it. You can also show interest in what your child is learning and how the homework is progressing. Engage your child academically.
– Talk to your child. It sounds simple, right? Make a point to ask about your child’s day. Discuss recent events, the future, likes, dislikes, even the latest song from your child’s favorite band. Whatever you do, just nurture that open line of communication.
Making time for your child is important. It doesn’t necessarily matter what you do, it is just a matter of doing it. Make this bonding time a priority!
At Oak Crest Academy, we understand how important your child is. We have created a well-balanced combination of staff, students, and curriculum that has helped many gifted and exceptional children succeed at their fullest potential. Contact us today to see if we may be the best school for your child.
Oak Crest Academy serves Woodland Hills and the surrounding cities in Los Angeles and Ventura Counties.
