The holidays are a time for rest. Relaxation and family time. But learning does not necessarily have to stop when the school gates close.
We should ensure to engage the kids in activities that get them curious and excited about learning.
Engaging them in such activities will help them embrace their education once their back at school, and the value of learning for the rest of their lives.
It can seem hard to find ways to keep your children well occupied while they are home. There are several activities both indoor and outdoor that they can engage in.
Some are free like nature walks, hide and seek, visiting museums, hand tracing, string arts among others. Others require expert supervision and guidance just as a safety measure. Such activities include swimming, skating, acting, dance lessons among many others.
Whether it’s free or includes a small fee, its fair enough to invest in activities that lead to a wholesome growth for your children. At CallMe2Work we offer experienced specialists for different activities to keep your child engaged and positively entertained during the holidays.
It is popularly believed that kids who actively engage in constructive activities during holidays:
- Demonstrate stronger critical thinking skills
- Display higher levels of social tolerance
- Exhibit greater historical empathy
- Younger children can benefit from focused exhibitions that encourage experiential play and problem solving
- Older kids and teenagers can learn about art, culture, the environment, and more outside of the school environment, and without the pressure of assessment.
With all the above considered, parents should also understand that children need time to themselves – to switch off from the bombardment of the outside world, to daydream, pursue their own thoughts and occupations, and discover personal interests and gifts.