Tags >> sports
Jan 25
2012

Everybody Gets a Trophy vs. Competition

Posted by admin in sports , crusty adults , competition

The “everybody gets a trophy" kids tend to always need constant encouragement, expect accolades for completing routine tasks and respond poorly to correction or criticism. Competition can be good for children. They learn how to handle winning and losing.
Oct 12
2011

Not Keeping Score in Sports For Kids

Posted by admin in sports , crusty adults , competition

Some crusty adults try to ruin sports for kids by not allowing teams to keep score. Kids are smarter than that and understand who really won no matter what these adults do.
Sep 17
2011

Asperger's Kids and Group Settings

Posted by admin in sports , Asperger's , accommodations

Often times Asperger's kids may need an adult to initially get them involved with other kids in group projects, sports teams or games.
Apr 09
2011

Winning By Losing

Posted by admin in sports , social skills , competition

Competition teaches kids how to handle both losing and winning. Losing is a way for students to learn what they need to improve upon and that it isn’t the end of the world.
Apr 24
2010

Math Fun

Posted by admin in sports , math

Sports statistics are great for having fun with math. Finding baseball batting averages and earned run averages put math skills to good use.
Jan 06
2010

Sports

Posted by admin in sports , schoolwork , school , athletics

Sports tend to be the main focus of some students. Parents should stress that athletics are great, but schoolwork must be their #1 priority.
Jan 02
2010

Team Sports

Posted by admin in sports , Newton , competition

Team sports aren't for everyone. Kids can excel in non-competitive sports like karate, weightlifting, boxing & etc. This is for L in Newton.

Dec 30
2009

Childhood Obesity

Posted by admin in sports , obesity , health , America

Childhood obesity is a big problem in America. Kids should be active through sports or outdoor play. Active Bodies = Healthy Bodies and Minds

Sep 24
2009

Exhaustion

Posted by admin in sports , sleep , homework

If your child is tired after school or sports, a short nap can quickly energize a person. A refreshed student can easily tackle homework.