This Is How to Use Play to Reveal Your Kid’s Feelings

This Is How to Use Play to Reveal Your Kid’s Feelings

My four and a half year old son began kindergarten at a NYC public school last September.  While I knew that this would be an adjustment for him, I naively underestimated its magnitude.  Despite our preparations throughout the summer, his first few days were extremely tearful, anxiety-ridden and overwhelming. Following his repeated requests-turned-pleadings not to […]

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These are the Positive Effects of Competitive Sports for Kids

These are the Positive Effects of Competitive Sports for Kids

Kids participating in youth sports today can choose between competitive and noncompetitive programs. The latter have gained a lot of traction in recent years. Such leagues focus primarily on participation and having fun – everyone is identified as a “winner,” and everyone seems to get a trophy. In some noncompetitive leagues, they don’t even keep score.

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