Setting New Year’s resolutions as a family can be a great way to bond and grow together. Here are some ideas for both kids and parents:
For Kids:
- Read one new book each month
- Try a new fruit or vegetable every week
- Spend 30 minutes less on screens each day
- Learn a new skill (e.g., cooking, coding, instrument)
- Do one act of kindness daily
- Save a portion of allowance for charity
- Improve in a specific subject at school
- Keep room tidy for a week at a time
- Exercise for 30 minutes daily
- Write in a gratitude journal before bed
For Parents:
- Have a weekly family game night
- Read aloud to kids for 15 minutes daily
- Implement a “no phone zone” during family meals
- Plan monthly one-on-one outings with each child
- Learn a new skill alongside your child
- Practice active listening when kids are speaking
- Incorporate more outdoor activities into family time
- Start a family volunteer tradition
- Create a family recipe book together
- Establish a regular family meeting to discuss goals and concerns
Shared Resolutions:
- Try a new family activity each month
- Create a family bucket list for the year
- Reduce household waste and increase recycling
- Plan and cook healthy meals together
- Establish a daily “unplugged” hour for quality time
Remember, the key to successful resolutions is making them specific, measurable, and achievable. Encourage each family member to choose one or two resolutions they’re excited about, and support each other in achieving these goals throughout the year.
