Sep 2010 Are you looking for a structured activity for your child to enjoy? Does the idea of spending the weekend at the side of a football pitch make you cringe? Not a fan of standing out in the rain getting soaked through? Well, there may be a perfect solution for you and your child: A drama lesson.
Let’s face it – some kids just aren’t natural born athletes, no matter how much we want them to be. Forcing them to join a football team can actually do them more harm than good. Kids can be cruel, and if your child doesn’t ‘measure up’ they can be ruthlessly teased by the other kids on the team. This is especially true if your child is shy or doesn’t have much interaction with other children. A drama lesson instead of a sporting activity may just be what your child needs to get their creative juices flowing.
Creativity is not the only thing they will develop, however. They will also experience a greater sense of self-esteem, confidence and social grace. They will learn to truly work as part of a team to accomplish goals. Shyness will be a thing of the past. They will banish their fear of what others think of them. You will be amazed at how your child’s inhibitions seem to melt away. All this with just one drama lesson, you ask? Yes – because once they experience a single class, they will want to go back formore!
So, just what does a drama lesson consist of? It largely depends on your child’s age. Pre-schoolers usually start off by making up stories from picture books, or inventing sounds, etc. Older children may also use picture books, and act out the stories. They may also each take turns writing sentences or words until a story is fully completed. Adolescents may even watch a foreign film, and then make up a completely different plot. It’s all about getting out of their comfort zone and expands their thinking in a completely safe environment.
The possibilities are endless for your child, and it starts with just one drama lesson. Creativity can come in many different forms: acting, narrating, dancing, writing, even singing. You will notice a change in a very short time. Your child will start to come out of their shell, be more social, have more friends, and they won’t be afraid to express their opinions. When the fear of being ostracised is gone, the barriers will come down and this will help your child grow up to be a productive and contributing member of society.
A drama lesson could be the answer you’ve been looking for to entice your child to the creative arts. If you are concerned about your child’s social skills, or want your child to experience a variety of different genres, find a club or theatre near you, and enrol them today! Chances are you will save some money by not having to pay for all that football kit!
