Sports for kids are an important part of growing up. Young athletes are learning more than just new skills and good exercise behaviors. Here’s why sports are good for kids and some of the social and psychological benefits of participating in team sports for kids. We will also discuss how to encourage sports in youth. Starting […]
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Fun Extracurricular Activities for the Non Athletic Child
If you have a child that is not athletic it is important to find activities that will keep both their mind and body active. While some children are naturally interested in playing sports, others just don’t like sports. It is a good idea to expose your child to lots activities, both athletic and non-athletic so […]
Tips For Fast Pinewood Derby Car Designs
My son has been in Cub Scouts since Kindergarten (it is for children in grades K-5). I enrolled him because I knew that he would learn lots of great skills. As it turns out, he loves Cub Scouts! He not only has fun, he also learns skills to help him do things himself, he picks […]
How To Choose The Best Activities For Kids
All parents have ideas about choosing the “right” activities for their kids. Some parents are looking for the best extracurricular activities for college applications. Others want kids to be involved in what they were involved in. But really, deep down, most parents just want their kids to be successful and happy. But how do you […]
Looking For Fun Activities For Boys? Try Boy Scouts of America #Scouting
As a parent of a 9 year old boy, I am always on the look out for fun activities for boys. That is one of the reasons I love Boy Scouts of America. Their Cub Scout division makes it easy for me to find fun activities to do with my son. They are always having some […]
How To Get Kids To Practice Music
Music can be an enriching experience for children. While many children enjoy listening to music, getting kids to practice for music lessons may take some convincing. One of the keys to make learning an instrument enjoyable is to make it seem like less of a chore. My son has been taking piano lessons for 6 years […]