Some people believe that children's leisure activities must be educational, otherwise they are a complete waste of time. Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your experience.

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Recently there have been debates among parents and educators in forum on children spending their
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time
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on activities which are both educational and non-educational. I disagree that children’s
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activities must be educational. In
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essay I will discuss my opinions on
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issue. It is a belief on
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the fundamental basis
that activities involving education
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are
best for children during their
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time
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. Poetry,
story-telling
The act or practice of telling stories
storytelling
, learning mathematics are examples of educational activities designed for children.
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, I believe activities
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as role playing, cycling, swimming, archery,
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riding, camping, treasure hunting and football are essential for engaging children in their
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time
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. In schools there are various educational programmes catered
for children
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for, children
as part of the education system in enhancing the children ability and knowledge.
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participating in educational activities, children should be given exposure to various life skills activities to equip and prepare them for real life situation.
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, cycling,
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riding and treasure hunting are fun filled activities children would enjoy. Cycling would increase their level of concentration in
maneuvering
a military training exercise
manoeuvring
the bicycle.
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, for
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riding, children will have the sense of connection with the
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and stimulate their focus in guiding the
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Lastly, in
treasure hunting, children will be trained to explore all the possibilities and creativity in searching for the lost treasures located in various hidden places. With my opinions mentioned above,
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I disagree that non-educational activities are a complete waste of
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. Children should be encouraged to participate in various
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types
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educational to enhance their thinking skills and capability in making decisions.
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will nurture them to be
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well-rounded individuals
a well-rounded individual
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the future
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