There’s no doubt your child received tech toys for Christmas or Hanukkah. It’s a good thing in many ways.  However, it’s time for play.  It’s time to send your child out the door, to expel energy.  That’s good for her too.  

If your household is like mine, there have been an abundance of ‘goodies’ for the Christmas break.  Those calories need to be spent; so outside your child should go.  Bundle her up if it’s cold, secure the safe spot for play, and let him or her go!  I’m not just talking about little kids, teens need this break too.

You will see the value of the exercise in your child’s personality, sleep patterns and general health.    There’s another upside of play.  It allows her to use her own God-given gift, imagination.  Most importantly, kids who know how to play without a uniform, coach, or parent, will be better able to face the grown-up world of play.

~Remember~ Safety is always first, and good judgement as a parent prevails.