18 August 2011

After school activities and burnout

For millions of parents around the world, the day does not end with the school bell. There are still pictures with paint, the songs to be sung and games to be played. All this adds to keep the children happy, safe and out of the crisis. But parents should steer away from password overboard.

After that the school is not baby-sitting:

After school activities thrive only if it is supported by the participation of the parents sufficient. It would be a game of football without parents their heroes little cheering?

Search and select:

Instead of convenience is the key factor, discover things that will interest your child. Once you select a program, get the small characters and find out what you have to contribute.

Free time:

Many children attend classes in piano, followed by ballet and squeeze in some time for play dates between just before they rush home in time for bed. This rigour is too much for a child. Then, go slowly.

When to quit:

Often, parents enrol their child in an activity to discover that he cannot be the Prodigy, they thought that it would be. This is the time to let go. Your child cannot become the next wonder-kid. But allow him to cultivate an interest that he enjoys. Remember, happiness and realization are what matters.