LIFESTYLE | parenting Womanthismonth.com May 2024 85 It is tempting in today’s busy world for us to fill every minute of their day with structured activities, but is it necessary? Remember to carve out time for unstructured play; time for kids to get together with absolutely nothing planned and no particular goals in mind — except having fun. The social skills acquired through play may help children become better students. Research has found that the best predictor of academic performance in the eighth grade was a child’s social skills in the third grade. Countries where they actually have more recess such as Finland, tend to have higher academic performance than countries where recess is less. One of the most significant benefits of unstructured play is the development of a child’s physical well-being. Running, jumping, climbing, and building all contribute to gross motor skills, while manipulating smaller objects like blocks or toy cars enhances fine motor skills. Unstructured play often takes place outdoors, exposing children to fresh air and sunlight, which is vital for their overall well-being. IT GETS KIDS MOVING CHILDREN WHO PLAY ARE OFTEN BETTER STUDENTS Artificial Intelligence Technology in Entrepreneurship The Bahrain Businesswomen’s Society held its BBS- Women in Tech session ‘Artificial Intelligence Technology in Entrepreneurship’ with panel speakers from different tech companies in Bahrain.
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