The day-to-day grind, for children and parents alike, makes it difficult to invest time and energy into that necessary conversation in a meaningful way. Because of this, a parent will accept an answer like “good” or “fine,” even though such answers provide no real insight into what their child actually learned. Simplify that conversation and bridge the gap between the life your child is living and the life you know about. Allow this educational reflection journal to open the lines of communication with your child every day.