Time away from the "rat race"
Posted by Richard Kuhlenschmidt Tue, 10 Oct 2006 17:40:00 GMT
Well, most of your kid’s time may be structured and over-scheduled, but at least one group is urging schools to rethink recess.
From an article in today’s Wall Street Journal:
A report released yesterday by the American Academy of Pediatrics suggests that recess can foster creativity and social skills, arguing that when play is undirected, kids become resourceful in figuring out conflict resolution, negotiation and even leadership—which might not surface as naturally in an adult-structured atmosphere, when children are more likely to “acquiesce to adult rules and concerns.” The report cites academic research and includes advice for pediatricians on how to promote and recommend “free child-centered play.”
Read the article here.(subscription may be required, article is free today, October 10, 2006)
