Katherine Schwarzenegger Shares Theatrical Story Time with Chris Pratt
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In an exclusive interview with PEOPLE, Katherine Schwarzenegger Pratt revealed that story time with her children has turned into a special theatrical experience, with her husband, Chris Pratt, enthusiastically participating. The couple’s daughters, Lyla Maria and Eloise Christina, along with son Ford Fitzgerald, have been embracing the creative side of story time, complete with costumes and full presentations.
The New York Times bestselling author and host of the BDA Baby podcast shared that her daughters are fully immersing themselves in the storytelling experience. She mentioned, “Even though you wind down at the end of the day, they’re putting on their costumes and doing full presentations.” Pratt, who is also a father to son Jack from his previous marriage, joins in on the fun by adding voices and theatrics, making story time a delightful family affair.
Schwarzenegger Pratt explained that the tradition of story time was passed down to her from her parents, Maria Shriver and Arnold Schwarzenegger. As a child, she cherished the moments when her parents read to her before bedtime, creating lasting memories that she now recreates with her own children. Witnessing her kids absorb new stories, characters, and concepts has brought her immense joy and excitement as a mother.
The proud mother also highlighted the joy her children experience when other family members join in for story time, including her journalist grandmother and movie star grandfather. Schwarzenegger Pratt expressed gratitude for the simple yet profound gift of being asked to read stories to her children, which evokes cherished memories from her own childhood. These moments of shared storytelling bind the family together in a special way.
As Schwarzenegger Pratt continues to nurture her children’s love for storytelling, she is preparing to release her third children’s book, “Kat and Brandy.” Inspired by her childhood experiences with horses and the influence of her mother’s love for the animals, the book aims to capture the essence of familial bonds and shared passions. With illustrations by Petra Brown, “Kat and Brandy” is set to be released on Nov. 4 and is currently available for pre-order.
The Schwarzenegger Pratt household exemplifies the magic of storytelling and the joy it brings to both children and adults alike. Through their imaginative and theatrical story time sessions, Katherine and Chris Pratt are instilling a love for creativity and bonding within their growing family. As they navigate parenthood with warmth and enthusiasm, their commitment to creating lasting memories through storytelling shines brightly.