Also consider books, board and video games, and tapes. This is a time for your child to discover and expand their interests and talents. They can pursue music, art, dance, and writing. The child's ability to concentrate for longer periods of time will be reflected in their interests after school. Provide time for them to spend alone and be productive.
Children appreciate positive alternatives.
When children are constructively occupied they are happier, more satisfied and more productive at home and in school. Reading, playing games, flying a kite, throwing a Frisbee and doing a hobby help make your child smarter, more social and more self confident. Just as friends and individual pursuits are important, as they grow older children need to interact with their parents. So find some fun group activities to do together that allow everyone to win. Play is the smart way to learn.