Although we sleep at least one-third of our lives (National Sleep Foundation 2017), a person’s quality of sleep is just as important as the quantity or amount of time they sleep. There are many health benefits pertaining to sleep and its quality. The immune system is least likely to be compromised with a well-rested body. …
At iCan Dream Center’s Afterschool Program, we acknowledge the importance of allowing our students to take a break in a fun and interactive way. As our students begin to arrive at the program from a long and busy day at school, they enter our building ready to have some fun. Staff members rotate through a …
Every child has a unique way of understanding the world around them. Play allows children to learn, develop new skills and express their feelings in unique and fun ways. Did you know that play can also be a form of therapy? Therapy can be helpful throughout different stages of life for children, including for children …
Sports are more than just games. They are activities to keep one’s spirits up, build one’s strength and build relationships. Sports provide several physical and mental health benefits, like heightened self-esteem, increased problem solving skills and concentration, reduced stress, sensory relief, and fitness (Dorfman). Sports also help students understand the importance of teamwork. Through the …
