- 1). Set up a webcam chat between you and your grandchildren on a regular basis, even if your grandchildren are very young. Seeing you and hearing your voice once a week or more promotes familiarity for your grandchildren, and regular chats help you stay on top of what's going on with your grandchildren. If you don't know how to use a webcam, ask for help.
- 2). Call your grandchildren and encourage them to call you whenever they want to talk. Casual conversations similar to those you would have if you were face to face allow you to get to know each other and help you track your grandchildren's progress through life.
- 3). Record yourself reading a story to your grandchildren. You can either purchase a recordable book or use a tape or CD recorder to record your reading. Send the book and recording to your grandchildren so they can listen to you read them a bedtime story each night.
- 4). Write letters back and forth. If you travel often, send your grandchildren postcards from all the places you've been and include interesting facts about each location. Not only will you help your grandchildren work on writing skills and learn about new places, you are creating a connection between you.
- 5). Create an email account so you can communicate through email. An email travels more quickly than a letter and provides a quicker form of contact. It is also easier to send photos and videos through email so you can see your grandchildren and they can see you.
- 6). Play games with a grandchild through the webcam, letters or emails. For instance, you can play long-distance "I Spy" by telling the child to look for an item that fits a specific description, such as round and orange. Your grandchild finds an item, takes a picture and sends it to you, along with a description of their own for you to find. "Twenty Questions" is another game that can be played over a long distance.
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