Choosing Indoor Activities for Winter

As the cold sweeps across North America, most of us are forced to remain indoors. After school, kids return to stay at home. It is not just about keeping children warm but it is also essential to keep young children active and engaged in activities.

Finding activities that keep the mind and body engaged requires careful planning. This write up provides practical tips and suggestions that is both accessible and budget conscious.

Fitness

Learning dance, be it Bollywood or Zumba boosts wellbeing; not just physically but mentally as well. Yoga is an activity that we seldom encourage in children. However, most yoga teachers say inculcating meditation at childhood improves their attentiveness, reduces behavioral problems and anxiety (50% of college students reported their mental health to be below average or poor, according to figures quoted by the American Psychological Association and CollegeStats.org.

A 2013 study showed that in boys with Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder, an 8-week training in mindfulness, significantly reduced hyperactive behaviours and improved concentration.

Kids who have been meditating tend to be, in general happier and more resilient, say experts. They are more connected, more compassionate and respectful of the people and the world around them.

Meditation or yoga classes tend to be in small groups and can work even during school days, scheduled twice or thrice a week. Ideally, starting with a short workshop and then easing them into a regular course works better.

Communication

Research has found that children who speak more than one language have better memories and problem-solving skills. From the time they are toddlers up to 10 years of age is the best time to enroll kids in language classes. Experts say they learn faster, retain better and tend to speak with the right pronunciation.

German and Spanish are among the top trending languages to learn. This is not surprising. With the highest GDP in Europe, Germany is known for its engineering industry where career seekers are heading to. To read more about the top trending languages children ought to consider learning, check our blog.

French is not a difficult language for English speakers. Because both languages share a standard alphabet and have similar vocabulary.

So no matter what language you pick to learn, understand these are skills that will come handy as an adult. Either for a career or in your personal communication if you decide to travel the world or relocate to a European country, knowing the language is a huge advantage.

Science

Many children can benefit with some extra hours being tutored in Science. This is because topics that may not be covered in detail can be explained better with Science coaching. Also new concepts and practical implications are not often covered in regular school curriculum.

Expert science tutors instil interest in children. They can foster a lifelong fondness for science and help overcome the challenges kids face with science subjects like Chemistry, Physics and Maths.

The pace of learning may vary between children. Those who take a little extra time to grasp concepts, benefit tremendously with science workshops or monthly chemistry classes.

AP Chemistry exam, comprising both multiple-choice and written sections is consistently among the most difficult AP courses. Private coaching is a great opportunity to understand thoroughly the fundamentals of Chemistry. Taken regularly with experienced tutors, on a monthly basis also means the fees come at great value-for-money.

Art

The winter season offers a great time to start pursuing art. From the fall colors that trees undergo to the foliage they leave behind the frosty winter months inspire even the dullest minds.

Learning to paint or sketch offers kids a reprieve from all the stresses of academic pressure. With artists offering classes in fundamentals, exploring creative inclinations become easy from home, without having to step out.

Children who make time to pursue art not only experience the satisfaction of self-expression but also learn to think in myriad ways. They seem to find answers to problems by themselves and in very unique ways than regular kids. This goes for any art be it drawing, painting, sketching, sculpting, or journaling.

It is also a great way to learn about cultures different from our own, the history of a country and helps understand humanity in all its diversity. This eventually fosters better communication at a later stage in one’s professional life.

Outdoor activities may not be possible at this time of the year, but Thanksgiving, Christmas and winter holidays are a perfect time to start with your indoor fun.

If you need help finding an activity to engage kids during this Winter give us a call at : +1 813 944 3309 or drop us a mail at contact@infyni.com. One of our academic in charges will be able to guide you.