The excitement and anticipation of going to summer camp for the first time affects both children and their parents. Parents who send their kids off to camp hope their child will have a happy time, meeting new friends, learning new skills, gaining self-confidence and learning about the outdoors.
Kids look forward to the same things.
But sometimes, the anticipation is tinged with worry. Parents wonder if their child will suffer homesickness or get along with other campers. Kids worry about the same things. It's natural for parents to worry a little. Matysik points out that it's normal for kids to get a little homesick, usually, homesickness passes as the child gets involved in activities and begins to make new friends.