Some people think that allocating time to do past-time activities for children can have several benefits to develop children’s life skills rather than spending time for reading. I strongly believe that both activities play an important role to develop the children’s life skills and capability in different ways.
Young people try to allocate time to leisure activities such as doing sports or playing different games and outdoor activities, these occupations help to improve communication and teamwork. For example, team sports teach children cooperation. The second benefit can be boost confidence and capability. Performing in front of an audience can relieve feeling discomfort. The last advantage of doing part-time activity is promoting physical and mental well-being that can reduce stress and improve fitness.
However, reading is also useful for children in some ways, including developing critical thinking and enhancing communication skills. Books enhance problem-solving skills in life, expands vocabulary, improves writing and speaking to children. Additionally, books encourages independent learning like self-discipline and patience. Literature teaches valuable lessons from history to young people.
In conclusion, reading and doing past-time activities have a special role in child’s development, such as problem-solving and communication, and also a feeling independent
