Some people say that parents should encourage their children to take part in organised group activities in their free time. Others say that it is important for children to learn how to keep themselves occupied on their own.

Some people feel that children should spend their spare time doing

group

activities; others opine that children should find ways to keep themselves busy on their own. In my opinion, both options have their merits and demerits. Engaging in organized

group

activities is certainly beneficial for children. To start with,

such

activities are safe because children will almost always have someone to supervise them while they play.

Also

, they can learn several valuable skills like team spirit and cooperation when they play a team sport or get involved in a

group

activity.

For

example

, when children play a sport like football or cricket, they learn the importance of working with their teammates to achieve their common goal.

Such

skills will benefit them in their future. These activities

also

enhance the confidence levels and interpersonal skills of children. On the flip side, it is not always possible to participate in

group

events. There are times when a child is left alone.

For

example

, his friends could be busy with their studies and cannot play with him. Since

such

situations can arise every now and

then

, every child should be able to keep themselves occupied doing their own things.

For

example

, they could read, write or paint. These activities not only keep them engaged, but

also

help them discover their hidden talents. The important downside to spending time alone is that children may use it for unproductive activities.

For

example

, if they are left alone most children will just sit glued to their television or computer.

This

practice, unfortunately, does not help them in any way. To conclude, it is important for children to find a way to keep themselves occupied

on

Suggestion

with

their own.

However

, parents should

also

encourage them to engage in

group

activities because

such

activities help to improve their health and overall personality.