About this episode

The episode discusses the positive impact of parents failing at activities with their kids and encourages interactive family time away from screens.

What if your kids seeing you fail was actually a good thing? Jay and Laura Laffoon and Jim Daly discuss times they didn't succeed while doing activities with their kids, and why that led to some great discussions. Also, John and Danny will encourage you to get off the screens and replace them with fun, interactive things with your children.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Receive the book Ultimate Dad Night for your donation of any amount!   Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment   Fun and Faith-Based Activities for Dads to Do with Their Kids     Match Your Parenting to Your Kid's Needs   Download the Godcaster App   Support This Show!   If you enjoyed listening to the Focus on Parenting Podcast, please give us your feedback.

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