The kids are enjoying a favorite treat, this evening. Popcorn is one of their favorite snacks. They can help me make it. They are tall enough to reach the stove. They enjoy making their own food. That is a trick I use to get them to eat their own dinners.
If they take part in making something they know what it takes to make something. They also have a sense of accomplishment. They learned a new skill. They know how long it takes to make something. It has taught them patience.
They are watching a movie. They are quiet. Their mouths are busy snacking on the popcorn. This is a happy time for them. They are content. Having accomplished something and getting to watch movie as a reward, is something they cherish. We also get to figure out what we want to accomplish tomorrow. It makes them happy to have some responsibility.