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Do Children Benefit from Extracurricular Activities?
Do We Push Our Children Too Hard?
Is Family Time Important?
Conclusion
Bibliography
DO CHILDREN BENEFIT FROM EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES?
As with all issues, there are arguments on both sides of this question. Do you/would you as a parent , feel it is important to have children involved in extracurricular activities?
YES NO
Extracurricular activities have been shown to have many benefits for children of all ages; whether the involvement is with sports, the arts, musical instruments or various school clubs.
1. Builds character2. Builds selfesteem3. Teaches how to respect others4. Teaches discipline/time management5. Helps with the development of friendships6. Teaches how to deal with different issues
(winning & losing)
More and more children, like adults, are involved in far too many activities. There are several negative effects with children who are involved in too many things.
1. Children can feel overwhelmed & pressured2. There is no time for unstructured free time3. Family time becomes less of a priority4. Clinical depression & stress disorders can
develop5. School work can suffer6. Overtired children can result
DO YOU THINK WE PUSH OUR KIDS TOO HARD?
YES NO
YES, WE DO PUSH OUR KIDS TOO HARD
Many experts agree that if children are involved in too many activities, they often fall behind in academics and don’t get enough rest and recreation time.
Some professionals note that kids are burning out at an early age, emotionally & physically.
Sports related research shows that 70% of children abandon their predominant sport by the age of 13 due to burnout
NO, WE DO NOT PUSH TOO HARD
HOW IMPORTANT IS FAMILY TIME?
When children are over involved in extracurricular activities, family time is what typically suffers; therefore, the benefits of being together as a family are sacrificed.
BENEFITS OF FAMILY TIME
It may seem unrealistic to make time for family dinners, however, family dinners are worth the effort. Making this a priority a couple of times a week will be extremely beneficial for all involved.
BENEFITS OF FAMILY DINNERS
BENEFITS OF FAMILY TIME
Statistics show that families who spend quality time together benefit in several ways.
3. Closer relationships for all family members4. Decreased substance abuse5. Decreased risk of eating disorders6. Better grades for children and teens
THE BENEFITS OF FAMILY TIME
Statistics show that families who spend quality time together benefit in several ways.
3.Closer relationships for all family members4.Decreased substance abuse5.Decreased risk of eating disorders6.Better grades for children and teens
BENEFITS OF FAMILY DINNERS
A sense of belonging & mutual trust develops when adults and children eat together & enjoy each other’s company. Children thrive on routine; family meals foster a sense of security & stability.
Eating together encourages adultchild communication skills (listening patiently to others and learning to express opinions in a respectful way)
CONCLUSION
In conclusion, I believe that extracurricular activities are an important part of children’s lives. Through my research, I learned that statistics show children have higher levels of self confidence & academic performance, more involvement with school, fewer behavior problems and a lower likelihood of drug use or engaging in sexual behavior when involved in extracurricular activities.
A big aha moment for me was learning that 40% of children are not involved in ANY extracurricular activities. That equates to a LOT of children doing nothing extra or fun.
I think the most important thing to emphasize is Aristotle’s tried and true adage:
“EVERYTHING IN MODERATION”
BIBLIOGRAPY“Over Involved Parents.” January 27, 2010
http://www.teenink.com/nonfiction/sports/article/72478/OverInvolvedParents/
“Children And Sports.” January 27, 2010
http://www.aacap.org/cs/root/facts_for_families/children_and_sports
“Are We Pushing Our Kids Too Hard.” January 27, 2010
http://www.psychologytoday.com/print/24578
“Extracurricular School Activities and the Benefits.” January 27, 2010
http://education.more4kids.info/168/extracurricularschoolactivities/
“The Myth of the Overscheduled Child.” January 27, 2010
http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424052970203550604574360771531703210.html
“Are Your Children Overscheduled?” January 27, 2010
http://www.familiesfirstcoaching.com/Pages/Article4