Summer camp is 'another thing that COVID-19 has taken away,” says parenting expert Jennifer Kelman.
Typically, one of the best things about sending the kiddos off to camp is that the adults get a bit of breathing room. That’s missing from online camps, and most of them suggest a parent or guardian be on-hand – or at least nearby – for additional support.
Phone On – Guardians must be in the same house with a phone on for notifications. Example – Martial ArtsHands On – Guardians with the camper to offer immediate help and co-guidance. Example – WoodcarvingWill online summer camp work? Absolutely. It already is – as a “recess,” or maybe even “re-set” – of sorts for parents running out of ideas to keep kids entertained, active, and from fraying their last nerve.
As a parent myself, I do have one word of warning here: Make sure each instructor is properly vetted, as you would with anyone you trust to care for your child, virtual or otherwise. Most in-person camps require counselors to get background checked, fingerprinted, and bring specific skills and experience to the environment. Make sure online camps offer the same. Then – take a deep breath – and get ready to learn some fun stuff, too.
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