PLANTING Fall is the perfect time to plant bulbs and trees . Use the opportunity to teach your kids about gardening . Let them help pick out items and plant them in your yard . If you plant a tree , start a tradition of taking a family photo in front of it each year . Over time it will be fun to compare the tree ’ s growth , as well as your family .
LEAVES As the leaves begin to change , take a scenic drive . Stop and get ice cream along the way or take a pit stop at a local playground to break up the drive . You may also have a lot of leaves in your yard to clean up . Have the kids help rake them into a big pile and jump in . Don ’ t forget to snap some photos that are certain to be in the running for the family Christmas card .
COMFORT FOOD Everyone enjoys comfort food . Get the kids involved in cooking so they can learn to make your family ’ s favorite foods . It is also a good time to come up with some new recipes to enjoy in the years to come . While you are cooking , talk to them about the importance of family traditions . Family traditions are easy to start and so worthwhile to continue . As your children grow , they may not remember everything you hope they will , but the traditions that you return to , year after year , will create lasting memories that they will treasure for years to come .
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