• Being fully engaged with your child is paramount. Use your Eyes and Ears to help you stay focused—look, listen, and respond to your child.

• When you engage with your child, put away technology and try to resist multitasking.

• Clear your mind of other thoughts and feelings so you can be present with your child instead of thinking about what’s happening next or what task is waiting for you.

• Use the simple phrase “Eyes and Ears” when you want your child’s attention. Teach your child to do the same when he wants your attention. This phrase makes it easy and fun for both of you to stay present with each other.