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eBook#31 – The Benefits of Extra-Curricular Activities for Your Child

Play is essential to development because it contributes to the cognitive, physical, social, and emotional well-being of children and youth.

“From dancing to skating, piano lessons to singing, basketball team to soccer league, visual arts to performing arts, chess club to robotics coding, the choices for extracurricular activities are limitless, and the ability to choose what you are interested in is powerful. Extracurricular activities help children to explore and develop their interests. Every child is unique and possesses innate talents. Participating in extracurricular activities can draw out children’s potential and further polish their skills. Furthermore, when children meet others who have similar interests, their interactions spark creativity and excitement. In some cases, people find their long-term passion and career aspiration through participating in extracurricular activities.” – Dr. Cora Hui, Head of School (Christian Alliance P.C Lau Memorial International School)

Play is so important to optimal child development that it's been recognized by the United Nations as a basic right of every child. So, how do we choose the right extracurricular activities that are best for our children? Download our eBook to find out more answers from six professionals!