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Summer is right around the corner and it’s time to think about how you’ll make it a fun and enriching one for your children. Between summer vacations, play dates, and summer sports it can get tricky to find time for anything else. But what do your children do during the summer days? Could they benefit from time with peers and structured activities? Summer camp can be a great solution for your children.
Did you know that there are many benefits of enrolling your children in a summer camp? Let’s take a closer look at a few of them to see if it would be a good option for you.
Top 5 Benefits of Summer Camp
socialization throughout the summer
It’s easy for kids to lose touch with their friends while school is out of session. Summertime comes with the risk of increased screen time which can be detrimental to the growth of your children’s social skills. While a little phone time here and there is even beneficial, too much of a good thing can be bad. A camp setting encourages not only communication with peers, but teamwork, empathy, and lasting fun memories shared with others.
Specialized interests? It’s likely there’s a camp out there catering to it.
There are so many different types of camps that it’s likely you can find a camp catered to your child’s special interests. This is especially true for sports, science, and nature. No special interest? You’re also in luck! Most camps cover a wide range of activities so it’s possible your little one will develop their own special interest from exposure. Even better, some camps have theme weeks so if you have a science lover, for example, look out for a science-themed week.
Break free from social groups
A unique, special aspect of camp is that those detrimental social cliques seem to go away. Many times, kids are exposed to new friends and bonding occurs that is very different than in a school setting. Your kid can be whoever they want to be in a new environment which can be empowering and exciting as they learn and grow into the person they want to become. It’s truly a special bond that occurs at camp amongst peers.
Improve leadership skills
For many kids, the empowerment of connecting with new friends comes with confidence. They’re able to conquer a new environment with new people, and likely enjoy every step of the way. While it may not be conscious, your kiddos are learning valuable skills they can take with them throughout their childhood and even into adulthood. Many camps have camp counselors in high school or college. As campers lean on them for support and guidance, many kids look up to their counselors. Some even want to become counselors based on their positive experience.
Stay active and healthy
Lastly, and just as important, camps promote physical activity by offering several sports and activities throughout the day. Some camps even encourage healthy snacking and eating, promoting and encouraging an eating schedule throughout the day.
Ready To Enroll Your Child? Call Today!
It’s never too early to consider enrolling your children in a VPK program for the next school year. Kids R’ Kids at Avalon Park offers a nationally renowned program with a state-of-the-art, safe environment to prepare your kids for their learning adventure. We’re family-owned and operated, and our staff is dedicated, highly trained, and vetted for your peace of mind.
Call us today to schedule a tour at 407-306-9035 or fill out our online form.