Summer vacation has arrived and many parents are trying to fill their kid’s schedule to prevent summer boredom. When kids say “I’m bored,” they aren’t necessarily being lazy; they may just be struggling to engage and focus. “One thing you don’t want to do is mask the state of boredom with excessive stimulation,” Dr. John
Summer vacation has arrived and many parents are trying to fill their kid’s schedule to prevent summer boredom. When kids say “I’m bored,” they aren’t necessarily being lazy; they may just be struggling to engage and focus. “One thing you don’t want to do is mask the state of boredom with excessive stimulation,” Dr. John Eastwood cautions parents. Parents can use kids’ boredom as an opportunity to teach them to be self-starters or to learn to play independently. There are some particularly creative strategies to keep kids active and engaged when school’s not in session, such as a “Boredom Buster Jar” filled with activity ideas.
The Wall Street Journal, 6/11/13
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