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Hey Grandparents!
Staying connected with your grandkids is about more than just “keeping in touch.” It’s about making moments—whether by mail, video chat, or in person—truly meaningful. Our PLUS Packs are designed to help grandparents make the most of routine interactions and also step into some extra fun, engaging, and relationship-building moments.
Here’s how you can make the most of the PLUS Pack each month, no matter how you connect. Don’t forget, you can use these tips to effectively connect and build a legacy even if you’re not a PLUS member – our printable PLUS packs just make it that much easier to follow through!
In This Post
1. Mailing the PLUS Pack Pages
Perfect for: long-distance grandparents and those who love the charm of snail mail
- How It Works: Personalize the activities, cards, or pen pal template included in the pack and mail them to your grandkids.
- Ideas:
- Write a heartfelt note on one of the provided templates and send it with a puzzle or game.
- Give them ways to respond – provide the envelope and stamp, and don’t forget to use extra postage to get everything to them.
Why It Works: Kids love receiving mail, and it creates a tangible connection between you.
2. Video Chat Activities
Perfect for: quick connections or when you want to “be there” virtually
- How It Works: Use the PLUS Pack as your activity guide during video calls. For some activities, you’ll need assistance from your grown kids to print out something from the PLUS pack if you haven’t mailed it.
- Ideas:
- Play games like bingo, make crafts like personalized library cards, or scavenger hunts over video.
- If applicable, share an activity page on the screen and complete it together.
- Use the conversation prompts from the greeting cards or pen pal templates to spark deep or silly discussions.
Why It Works: It adds purpose and excitement to video chats, making them feel like mini special events.
3. In-Person Fun
Perfect for: nearby grandparents or in person visits
- How It Works: Use the PLUS Pack to create meaningful moments during your time together.
- Ideas:
- Set up a craft or activity page at the kitchen table and work on it side by side.
- Play a PLUS Pack game after dinner or during a visit.
- Drop off a little package or decorated envelope that includes items from the PLUS pack at their door! Include one of the greeting templates (cards/postcard or pen pal page) as well as some of the fun activities too. They can use your package of fun on their own, or you can include an invitation, and set up a time to get together.
Why It Works: PLUS Packs can help make your visits intentional and memorable to the legacy you want to write. They are quick activities, and new each month.
4. Flexible Tips for Any Method
- Start small: Pick just one or two activities each month that fit your relationship.
- Switch it up: Try mailing one month, video chatting the next, and doing in-person activities the month after.
- Personalize it: Adjust activities to your grandchild’s age, interests, or current needs. Our motto? Modify and go!
If you are a PLUS member, your PLUS Pack is more than just a collection of pages—it’s a toolkit for building stronger relationships with your grandkids. Whether you’re near or far, the intentional activities and prompts in each pack will help you connect in meaningful ways. Become a PLUS member here!