Hi everyone! Its been 2 weeks since I last posted. Our show is changing times, so we were working on the new times which I will update you as soon as they are finalised. So sorry about that
So today we discuss the importance of extra curricular activities. Now we all know that finding time during the week to take our kids to these activities is hard, and we also feel bad when we do not give our children the chance to experience the various activities. What is important is that you at least try one activity that they enjoy, and here are some reasons why:
1. They develop their social skills and learn to work in a team outside of their comfortable environment ie their school friends
2. They learn to develop other skills outside of academics. Many universities and colleges look to see what other activities your child has done outside of academics, to show that they have some balance
3. They are active. Keeping kids active boosts their metabolism and improves blood circulation. It also improves stamina, mental alertness and improves the energy levels
4. It teaches time management. Kids learn to plan their days when they know they have homework and activities to do before they get to bed. At a young age, a child learns time management which will benefit them when they grow up
5. Stimulates creativity. The arts, music, writing, all stimulate the creatives juices in a child's mind. They start to look at life differently, and learn to be more creative in their solutions
6. Boosts self esteem. Not all kids are gifted academically, but they are gifted in other sports or activities. Giving them time to explore what they are great at, helps them feel more confident and thus believe they can achieve other things.
7. You help discover a hidden talent your child has. If you do not explore, you will never know what your child is good at. Try what you can
8. Stress reliever. Ok, ok the word 'stress' may not apply as seriously to children, but exam stress can get much for our little ones. An escape to what they enjoy doing can help keep them calm and happy.
I am sure there are more reasons but these are the few that I thought were most important
I hope this has helped in some way
Till Next Monday
Stay Blessed
Tafi
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