Camp Recognized As Key to Emotional Intelligence

Why should kids go to camp? According to a March 15 report entitled Camp's secret weapon: The buzz about emotional intelligence and your child on http://www.stltoday.com/  (the Web site of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch), the friendships, new experiences and character-building activities develop emotional intelligence, a factor that is a more important indicator of adult happiness and success than IQ scores. Camp gives young people the opportunity to learn about themselves, develop confidence, discover strengths and meet challenges in an environment of loving guidance where academics aren’t the focus. Research shows that skills such as listening, cooperation, empathy, sharing and self-control — all emphasized at camp — are key to kids’ school success and healthy relationships, and later, positive contributions to their community and fulfilling careers. Read the full article by clicking here.