I’m Bored!

Some kids often resort to saying "I'm bored!"

My response is restating -"Oh, you haven't figured out yet what you would like to do next?"

The truth is kids need to feel bored.  Boredom leads to creativity.  It causes our minds to wander and wonder.

When we are moving through our days from one commitment to another, our minds don't have time to take a break....or reset ...or consider whether we are being intentional in our choices and actions.

Think about how nice it is when you have nothing pressing to do.   Kids need that mental and physical break too.  They need it so that they can build their confidence in making their own choices and exploring their own interests and ideas.  

Packing our children's day with hobbies, activities, sports, school, etc. leaves little time for them to make their own choices about what they wish to do.  Many of these activities are highly structured and often guided by adults and their intentions or expectations.

We created The Wonder Room almost 14 years ago to be a place where children had choices and could be creative.  Hundreds of children have benefited from spending time here.  We hope to see you soon!

Plan a visit today: https://www.thewonderroomschool.com/open-play

Wishing you a bit of time to wonder today!