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Pause. Think. Ask.
A little activity for a child and their grown-up.
For ages 4–7 · About 10 minutes · Paper and pencils
Pause.
Stop for a little moment.
Think.
How might this make someone feel?
Ask.
Talk with a trusted grown-up.
My drawing. My choice.
- Draw a picture each.
- Ask: “May I add something to your picture?”
- Wait and listen. A yes means you may do what was agreed. A no means stop and keep your idea for your own drawing.
- Ask separately before showing or sharing someone else's picture.
Wonder together
How did it feel when someone listened to your answer?
What kind words could you use about each other's drawing?
Draw one kind thing you could say or do.
One more little habit
Choose an animal. Find one real fact together in a book. Then draw something silly and pretend. Which part is real, and which part is pretend?