That allows them to grow. We need to be aware of what adolescent development is and what sensitivities providers and parents need to exhibit. Children at this stage need as much strong support as possible from someone who will listen to them, someone who will hug them, someone who will allow them to make mistakes without harm. They need someone to give them an opportunity, not just a chance. Providers become facilitators at this point.
Planning become a collaborative effort among children and facilitators.
If programming can be extended to include a high degree of community involvement, success is even greater. Experiential activities should be stressed. Children learn well by doing. They are growing rapidly and quickly become tired of sitting. However, since their physical growth is diverse, physical competition should be de-emphasized.