The extent to which you direct your child to a particular activity will depend on the age of your child. If you have a younger child, you may have to give a lot of guidance to find the right activity. For an older child, you can simply offer a few different opportunities and let him or her find an activity that seems interesting or fun. If your high school age school does not have certain extracurricular activities, check with the school...
Between school difficulties, therapy, and "playdate" problems, it can be hard to imagine your child with special needs participating in extracurricular activities. The reality, however, is that the right extracurricular programs can give your child an amazing opportunity to show off their strengths, build confidence, make friends, and discover new interests. Why extracurricular activities are importantOften parents underestimate extracurricular...
Between school and recreation, most children try one or more extracurricular activities. These classes and programs allow children and teens to pursue special interests that go beyond the typical educational program, including sports, art, hobby clubs, and technology. If you already have a busy family schedule, you may wonder if extracurricular activities are worth the time and money. Indeed, there is plenty of evidence that developmental...
