Kids are well known for coming up with questions that totally floor their parents. Sometimes their questions are like a curve ball that leave you fumbling for the right answer. If you are a parent, you know exactly what I'm talking about.

Unfortunately, many parents make the mistake of avoiding the question or giving the wrong answer, shutting down communication and sending the wrong message to their kids.

So, how can you answer your kids' questions and learn to appropriately talk to your kids? It's important that we learn how to talk "with" kids instead of "at" your kids. Here are some excellent tips that can help.

Be Respectful of Their Question
First of all, you need to be respectful of the question they ask. It may be tempting to laugh or act astounded at their question. However, you need to remember that it's amazing that they came to YOU for the answer in the first place. You don't want to make your child feel stupid. If you do, then they may never come back to you again.

Let your kids know that their question isn't stupid. Reassure them that you are happy to answer questions. Always make time to talk. This opens up the door for further communication in the future.

Ensure You Answer the "REAL" Question
Sometimes the question that your kid asks isn't what actually spoken. Figure out what they really want to know before you give them an answer. This can help you ensure you answer the right question.

Know When to Keep Quiet
It's also important that you know when you should keep quiet. Parents have a tendency to say more than they should. Kids can't absorb things that fast. Give them a bit of information to think about, then stop. You can talk to them more later.

These simple tips can help you talk to your kids in any situation. Communication with your kids is important, so remember these tips to make sure you can keep those lines of communication open.