The Importance of Boredom
Many parents are facing a struggling reality during corona virus lockdowns. They suddenly have been put in charge of their children's education and day to day, 24 hour well being and entertainment. This is a daunting challenge to have thrown on us. Many are tempted to label it as homeschooling, but it doesn't really fit any label as we know them, because this is an entirely different experience. Parents didn't make this decision for themselves or with the child. Parents have not been given time to prepare. Some school systems are using video conferencing, while others have resorted to homework packets. When parents aren't faced with homework they may not understand and setting their child up for a video conference, they have another challenge. Do I schedule everything and try to keep everyone busy? And what do I do when my schedule falls apart, and my kids inevitably tell me "I'm bored." What do you say? Some parents would be...