Father’s Day is Sunday, June 15.

Fatherhood isn’t always an easy journey, especially when you’re juggling work or school, household duties and other commitments. An involved father can greatly impact a young child’s life. Studies have shown that dads who are actively engaged can have a positive effect on their children’s emotional well-being, sense of security, cognitive and behavioral development and academic growth.

This Father’s Day is a wonderful opportunity to bond with your child and create lasting memories. The following four tips can help Dads spend fun, quality time with their kiddos.

Quality over quantity. It’s not always practical to spend hours and hours of uninterrupted time with your little ones. Try to set aside a specific time each day for Daddy and Me time, even if it’s just thirty minutes. During this special time, turn off your cell phone and silence any other distractions. It’s just you and your little one engaging in an activity – whether it’s painting, playing with toys, doing puzzles, or simply talking to him or her. This quality time helps build a deeper emotional connection and creates positive memories.

Get involved in their daily routines. One way to make a real difference in your child’s life is by taking an interest in their daily routines. This can be as simple as laying out their clothes the night before school, making breakfast, taking them to daycare, or putting them to bed at night. Although these activities may seem mundane, your child will think the world of you when they see you taking an active role and being consistent.

Turn everyday moments into learning experiences. Kids learn through play. As a father, you can guide their cognitive, behavioral and social growth by engaging in educational activities that are fun! Look for teaching opportunities in everyday moments – whether it’s driving to the store or walking to the park. When grocery shopping, ask your child questions such as “Which fruit is the heaviest?” or “Can you find something yellow?” When taking a stroll in the neighborhood, you could ask, “What color is the stop sign?” “How many leaves are on the ground?” This creates opportunities for engagement and helps your child develop a love for learning.

Read aloud to your child. Reading aloud to your child helps strengthen their literacy and vocabulary, improves their listening skills and bolsters the father-child bond. Read often to your child and discuss what each illustration means. Three books to consider this Father’s Day are When a Dad Says “I Love You” by Douglas Wood, Sydney’s Big Speech by Malcolm Newsome and Elmo’s Daddy Day by Andrea Posner-Sanchez.