Summary: Why do parents send their kids to summer camp?<br> Is your kid going to camp this summer? Congratulations! <br> You’re giving them an experience that may have many <a href="http://sunshine-parenting.com/2018/06/11/why-summer-camp-may-be-the-secret-to-a-longer-life/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">life-long, positive benefits</a>. You are giving them the opportunity to grow and <a href="http://sunshine-parenting.com/2015/03/27/children-learn-social-skills-at-camp/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">develop skills</a> and <a href="http://sunshine-parenting.com/2015/02/20/three-character-traits-kids-develop-at-camp/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">character traits</a> that are often hard to develop in the comforts of home. <br> Let this list remind you about some of the many reasons why you are being a great parent by sending your child to camp this summer!<br> What are some of the benefits of summer camp for kids?<br> #1 They feel happier.<br> Camp makes me happy and nothing can prepare me for life as well as this environment.<br> Read more…<br> <a href="http://sunshine-parenting.com/2015/03/20/study-finds-campers-really-are-happy/">Study Finds Campers Really are Happy</a><br> <a href="https://sunshine-parenting.com/2014/04/25/why-kids-flourish-at-camp/" target="_blank">Why Kids Flourish at Camp</a> <br> <br> #2 They discover their best self.<br> Being at camp gives me this sense of belonging that I’ve never felt anywhere else.<br> Read more…<br> <a href="https://sunshine-parenting.com/2015/12/11/10-surprising-things-kids-learn-at-camp/" target="_blank">10 Surprising Things Kids Learn at Camp</a> <br> #3 They grow their grit.<br> The counselors challenged me to do things I wouldn’t normally do at home.<br> Read more…<br> <a href="http://sunshine-parenting.com/2016/01/15/5-ways-camp-grows-grit/">5 Ways Camp Grows Grit</a> <br> <br> #4 They meet positive role models.<br> Camp has made me into a leader, having the best role models as my counselors to look up to.<br> #5 They develop better communication skills.<br> The other part of camp that has influenced me the most is the simple idea of trying to always smile.<br> Read more…<br> <a href="https://sunshine-parenting.com/2015/01/28/10-social-skills/" target="_blank">10 Social Skills Kids Learn at Camp</a><br> <a href="https://sunshine-parenting.com/2014/03/03/making-friends-3-communication-skills-your-child-needs/" target="_blank">3 Communication Skills Your Child Needs</a> <br> <br> #6 They grow more independent.<br> Going to camp has made me even more independent and a much better people-person. I am able to go confidently up to someone and introduce myself, or hang out with someone new because of my time at camp.<br> Read more…<br> <a href="http://sunshine-parenting.com/2013/02/21/parking-your-helicopter/" target="_blank">Parking Your Helicopter</a><br> #7 They experience outdoor fun and adventure.<br> I have so many fond memories of camp that I can’t choose a particular one. However, some of my favorites memories include sleeping under the stars, doing fun activities, and spending time with friends.<br> Read more…<br> <a href="http://sunshine-parenting.com/2016/06/10/7-reasons-to-get-outside/" target="_blank">7 Reasons to Get Outside</a><br> <br> #8 They relax.<br> The atmosphere is so relaxed.<br> #9 They unplug.<br> Camp has helped me appreciate nature and the outdoors a lot more than I think I would have if I didn’t go. I can go without my phone or connection to social media awhile, because camp has shown me that amazing stuff happens when you put your phone down and have a nice conversation with someone.<br> Read more…<br> <a href="http://sunshine-parenting.com/2014/01/31/5-reasons-to-unplug/" target="_blank">Five Reasons to Unplug</a><br> <a href="http://sunshine-parenting.com/2012/04/10/get-unplugged/" target="_blank">Get Unplug...</a>
