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Recreation

I tried to teach my child with books,
He gave me only puzzled looks.
I tried to teach my child with words ,
They passed him by often unheard.
Despairingly , I turned aside,
How shall I teach this child, I cried.
Into my hand ,he put the key,
'Come'! He said,'Play with Me'

The poem quoted sums up the value of play, recreation, leisure in a child's life. The child learns more in natural setting with least expectations to perform. Surely, it brings colour in their lives. Every child with disability should be encouraged to pursue a hobby that transports them into a comfort zone. These recreational activities like sports, arts and crafts inject enthusiasm, spirit of fun in their otherwise packed schedule of various therapy sessions, remedial lessons, long hours of homework etc. Not only do they release the stress but also build self-esteem & provide an opportunity to channelise energy in a positive manner.

Recreation can be in the form of Sports, Arts & Crafts, Hobbies etc.:-

Sports (Indoor/Outdoor) are useful vehicles to learn team spirit and healthy competition without being taught.
Special children who excel in sports can participate in Paralympic games and Special Olympics events.
Paralympic games are part and parcel of Olympic games. They are held in the same venue. They promote equality, awareness about challenged athletes who compete on elite sports level.

Special Olympics involves athletes from all performing levels with varying capacities. Children good at sports are trained in schools to participate in Special Olympics
For more details log on to - www.specialolympics.org