Sneak Peek at Healthy Parenting – Happy Kids: Unplugged Games for All Ages
Unplugged Family Play Activities Outline
In a world dominated by screens and digital devices, it’s easy to overlook the joy that comes from spending quality time with family through unplugged play. Psychologist say ‘paying too much attention to the ‘phone’/ ‘cellphone’ interferes with healthy parenting.
This upcoming non-fiction book by Malika Bourne is your guide to rediscovering the magic of family bonding through creative, engaging, and screen-free activities.
This post only shares a partial outline and our first choice for a title – Family Fun Unplugged. The new title will be : Healthy Parenting – Happy Kids with the subtitle of Unplugged Games for All Ages. The book includes tips to involve our older family members and our loved ones with disabilities, too.
Are you ready to unplug your family?
These tried and true activities bring laughter, learning, and love back into your home, no matter your family member’s age or abilities. In addition, Malika Bourne points to the scientific facts that keep humans plugged into electronic devices along with ways to transition back to a more healthy family lifestyle.
This book will be available by late February 2025 in the following formats: E-book (short version) and in printed economy paperback, low vision larger size (more costly). All version will be Print-on-Demand (POD). Be sure to leave a comment of your interest and we can send you all the details concerning where you can purchase and when. Your personal email may have a surprise attached.
But My Kids Will Get Upset Without a Cell Phone!
Do you have concerns about electronics addiction with their tech devices?
How can we talk to our kids about spending family time together?
What do you mean games on my cell phone are not a good babysitter for a two-year-old? I’m trying to get work done!
What do psychologists have to say about the essentials for our brains to develop?
How can we get our family unplugged from so many devices?
What if I don’t know how to play any games?
What does POS mean? Are kids talking in secret code?
Good News! This book has an entire section filled with facts that grown-ups can use, such as, how to make healthy changes while avoiding the screaming resistance; challenges of changes; what to say other than, “Good boy,” or “Good girl,”.
There is also a section that parents may not want to read about taking responsibility for their own unhealthy cell phone/electronic habits have affected your children’s emotional reactions. Trust me with I tell you that initially some of my tip will be like fingernails across a blackboard.
Free Tip: “Remember, you can’t change others’ behavior, only your own.”
This author has a confession to make. I did not make up the above tip. I learned that in parenting class and hated it! “Yeah, but my kid does this. You don’t understand.”
Forty to fifty years ago, I was guilty of annoying my children when I was on the phone. Thanks to a parenting magazine, I figured out what I needed to do to undo the behavior that occurred only when I was on the phone with the coiled cords that plugged into the wall. There was a plot twist in the family dynamics every time I used the phone that I had not realized. It turns out that I was the one who had trained my children to theoretically “salivate like Pavlov’s dogs every time the phone ran.”
What do you think about that? Can you relate?
Below is a sneak peek at the partial outline.
Why Unplugged the Family Matters?
Unplugged play is essential for fostering imagination, developing social skills, and nurturing strong family connections. It encourages children and adults alike to explore their creativity and engage with the world around them. By stepping away from screens, families can create lasting memories, build stronger relationships, and improve their overall well-being.
Categories of Activities
Arts, Anecdotes, Benefits, Crafts, Conflict Resolution, Communication, Dramatic Play, Educational Fun, Empathy, Exploring, Family Night, Fitness, Historical Games and Recipes, How to Play the Games, Inclusion of Family Members with Disabilities, Indoor Games, Movement, Nature, Outdoor Activities, Rainy Day Fun, Recipes, Rules, Safety, Supplies…
Available Mid-February 2025 eBook and printed version
by Malika Bourne.
I’m so sorry, we did our homework a bit late only to find out that there are other books with the same title – Family Fun Unplugged.
So the new title is:
Healthy Parenting – Happy Kids
Unplugged Games for All Ages
Go up and Go Get moving No Non-cents Nanna
Family Game Night
- Board Game Marathon: Dust off those board games and have a marathon session with your favorite games.
- Charades: Act out words or phrases without speaking, and have others guess what it is.
- Pictionary: Draw pictures for family members to guess the word or phrase.
Educational Fun
- Science Experiments: Conduct simple experiments with household items, like making a volcano: baking soda and vinegar.
- Storytelling Roundtable: Each family member adds a sentence to a story, building it as you go along.
- Historical Reenactment: Dress up and act out a historical event or period, researching the details together.
Outdoor Adventures
- Nature Scavenger Hunt: Create a list of natural items for family members to find in your backyard or local park.
- Backyard Camping: Pitch a tent, make s’mores, and tell stories under the stars.
- Obstacle Course: Design a fun and challenging obstacle course using household items.
Indoor Creativity
- DIY Craft Night: Use materials from around the house to create fun crafts, such as homemade greeting cards or painted rocks.
- Puppet Show: Make simple puppets and put on a family performance with a story everyone helps create.
- Cooking Together: Choose a new recipe and cook a meal as a family, assigning roles to each member.
Fitness and Movement
- Dance Party: Create a playlist of favorite songs and have a dance-off in the living room.
- Yoga Session: Follow a family-friendly yoga routine to relax and stretch together.
Sports Day: Organize a mini sports event with activities like relay races or a family soccer match.
Tips for Successful Unplugged Play
- Set a Schedule: Designate regular times for unplugged activities, making them a routine part of your family’s week.
- Be Inclusive: Choose activities for everyone, regardless of age or ability.
- Stay Flexible: Be open to adapting activities to suit your family’s interests and energy levels.
- Celebrate Small Wins: Acknowledge the fun and connection made during each activity, no matter how small.
- Rules and boundaries help everyone feel safer and more secure because they know what to expect.
Conclusion
The Unplugged Family Play Activities Book is a treasure trove of ideas to help families reconnect with one another, engage in meaningful play, and create cherished memories.
By incorporating these activities into your family’s routine, you can foster a loving and supportive environment that values connection over convenience.
Embrace the joy of unplugged play and watch your family’s bonds grow stronger with each shared experience.
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I am Malika Bourne the No Non-cents Nanna encouraging you to make good choices.
UNPLUGGED FAMILY Games
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