In this video, married and single parents talk about the importance of healthy activities such as music, sports, daily chores, and family fun time. They advise other parents to be consistent in these activities to help kids learn how to stick with something and not give up when it becomes difficult.

They also discuss how these activities teach skills, improve school performance and build confidence—as well as steer children away from negative influences. We get to meet parents like Courtney, a divorced father of four sons, who involves his boys in preparing each evening’s meal.

Topics covered include: routine activities around the house; extracurricular activities (sports, music lessons, art) benefits of positive activities; importance of parents devoting time to activities; what to do when it becomes too much and the importance of balance and flexibility.

18 minutes
Audience: General

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