Give yourself five points for something you usually do, zero points for something you never do, or any score in between.

___1. I give my child old toys and appliances to take apart.

___2. Sometimes, we look at a familiar object and figure out all the different ways we might use it.

___3. We have art supplies (markers, paper, scissors, glue).

___4. We have a box of old clothes kids can use for costumes when they put on their own plays.

___5. Sometimes when we’re watching TV, we turn off the program before it ends and create our own ending.

How did you score?

Above 20 points means you’re nurturing a creative child. A score of 15 to 19 is average. If your score is below 15, choose one of these ideas and try it this week!

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