Finding The Best Holiday After-School Activities For Your Kids

 

It’s summer time and the holidays are here again. Yes, the kids are happy and the folks driving on our roads are glad too because the traffic is some lessened. But this is not entirely happy times for moms and dads, especially when both spouses work. How do they engage the kids at this time?

Finding the best after-school activities to occupy kids has always been a source of worry for many couples. But here is a simple way to begin:

1.         Start off by making enquiries.

Information is key. Approach the school authorities first. Find out if they are offering any after school activities. Get a list of the various classes that are available in your kid’s school.

In case the school does not provide any extracurricular activities, approach your neighbors. Collect information about any after school programs, the quality of the courses taught and the timings, etc.

Also, check out some of the community resources. These may include places of worship, community centers, Museums, libraries, the Boys and Girls Club, sports clubs, etc.

2.         Identify the interests of your kids.

After you have colleted all the necessary information about after-school activities, discuss the various options with your child or kids. The goal is not just to push them out. You must ensure they are happy at what you engage them with.

Find out what your kids like. The best way to find out what is most suitable is to ask your child. When little children are too small, you cannot completely rely on their feedback. In this case, monitor the development of the child on a regular basis. If the child shows excessive resistance to an activity, it may be necessary to look for other options.

3.         Consider your family's schedule.

 When planning the extracurricular activities, it is necessary to always consider the time-table of other older members of the family. Who would pick them up or look after them when you are late?

If it is difficult for you to assuredly determine who picks them up and you cannot afford a driver to do so, you may want to employ tutors at home or conduct some activity at home.

And since the holiday would last for a while, it’s best you plan now and ensure it’s both a learning experience as well as a fun time for your kids.