10 Things Grandparents Can Learn From Their Grandchildren

Kids say and do the darndest things — especially in the eyes of their grandparents. But seniors can learn a lot from today’s children. Whether your grandkids are 2 or 22, here are some suggestions for things you can talk about and bond over.

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1. Current Events
   Sometimes, seniors don’t get out into the world as much as they used to and time passes by. Keep yourself in the know by asking your grandchildren what’s happening in their lives, what music they’re listening to, what the last movie they saw was. Being informed is always a positive thing, and learning from your grandchildren is even better, because it means learning from those you love.
    

   Twenty-six-year-old Laura ten Bloemendal of Houston, Texas, travels internationally, and always makes sure to tell her grandparents what she did for fun and what was happening in the places she traveled. “Everyone has a great post-vacation catch-up session,” she says.

2. Self-reliance
   Young kids always want to do everything themselves because they believe they can. Use this dedication and determination as an example. You might be surprised what you’re able to do when you put your mind to it — whether it’s picking up a new hobby, learning a new language or listening to new types of music.

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