1. Office scavenger hunt: Create a list of items found around the office and have your child search for them.
2. Job interviews: Allow your child to interview colleagues and learn about their job roles and responsibilities.
3. Office tour: Give your child a tour of the office, explaining the different departments and their functions.
4. Career exploration board: Have your child create a vision board showcasing various careers they may be interested in pursuing.
5. Lunchtime networking: Encourage your child to sit with different colleagues during lunch, asking questions about their jobs or hobbies.
6. Collaborative art project: Set up an area where children can work on an art project together, reflecting on their day at the office.
7. Presentation practice: Provide an opportunity for children to practice public speaking by giving a short presentation on what they learned during the day.
8. Team-building exercises: Organize team-building games and activities that encourage collaboration and communication between employees and their children.
9. Bring your parent to school day brainstorming session: Flip the script and have kids come up with ideas for hosting a “Bring Your Parent to School Day.”
10. Job shadowing: Allow your child to follow you or another colleague around for the day, observing various tasks being performed.
11. TED Talk-inspired discussions: Screen a selection of inspiring TED Talks and facilitate group discussions on the content afterward.
12. Computer skills workshop: Teach children basic computer skills such as Microsoft Word or Excel, internet research, or programming basics.
13. Responsible social media use seminar: Inform children about responsible social media practices and its impact on future career opportunities.
14. Office Olympics: Organize a friendly competition among employees and kids that includes fun, office-themed events.
15. Teaching kindness at work workshop: Host a workshop focused on empathy, inclusion, teamwork, and respect in the workplace.
16. Innovation brainstorming session: Allow children to share their innovative ideas and solutions for challenges faced by the company.
17. Desk decorating competition: Encourage children to creatively and responsibly decorate their parent’s desk or workspace.
18. Create your own business: Provide guidance and resources for children interested in developing a business concept or idea.
19. Dress for success: Discuss the importance of appropriate attire in the workplace and personal branding.
20. Workplace safety training: Teach children basic workplace safety knowledge such as ergonomics, emergency exits, and fire drills.
21. Professional etiquette workshop: Train children in professional etiquette, including email communication, phone calls, and interpersonal interactions.
22. Financial literacy session: Expose children basic personal finance concepts such as budgeting, saving, and investing.
23. Community service project: Coordinate a group community service project for employees and their families to do together during the day.
24. Conflict resolution role-play: Organize a role-play activity focused on resolving common workplace conflicts constructively
25. Create a company mascot: Collaborate on designing and creating a company-specific mascot or logo that represents its values and culture.
26. Resume writing workshop: Provide resources and guidance on crafting a well-organized resume suitable for children’s age and experience level.
27. Mentorship program introduction: Introduce children to the concept of mentorship and provide opportunities to connect with professionals in their desired career fields.
28. Personality assessments: Offer personality tests like Myers-Briggs or Enneagram to help children learn about their personality types, strengths, and working styles.
29. Job skills assessment: Have kids complete a job skills assessment that can help them identify potential careers based on their abilities, interests, and aspirations.
