3-Minute Game to Teach Kids to Listen Better

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Teach kids active listening in a fun way! This 3-minute game helps children improve focus, communication, and empathy at home.


Listening is more than hearing words — it’s understanding them.
For kids, good listening skills improve school performance, friendships, and problem-solving. This is a quick, fun game that teaches active listening in just 3 minutes.

Let's check this fun game you can play in just 3 minutes to boost active listening skills at home.

Game: “Repeat and Add”

How to Play:

  1. Sit facing your child.

  2. Say a short sentence: “I like apples.”

  3. They repeat your sentence and add something: “I like apples and bananas.”

  4. Keep going, each person repeating the full list and adding one new thing

Why It Works:

  •  Improves memory and focus
  •  Teaches children to pay attention to details
  • Encourages turn-taking and respect in conversations

Bonus Variation:


 Make it silly! Use fun phrases like “I saw a pink elephant wearing sunglasses.” The laughter keeps kids engaged while they practice listening.

Parent Tip: Praise your child’s effort, not just accuracy. “You really listened carefully!” builds confidence to keep trying.

 Want more quick, skill-building games? Read Adaptability for kids 

Happy parenting😃



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