Came the school holidays, which means that many children will go to rest in a summer camp. How to choose the right camp for your child, what to consider and what not to miss important details?
Summer Camp - the first serious test for the family, because the child is there alone, without parental control and supervision. Therefore, first of all, parents need to be willing to let go of the child, and, secondly, the need to be sure that he is ready for this kind of holiday. What are the important points you need to consider when choosing children's camp?
Collect recommendations
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Collect recommendations among their friends, whose children about your age, maybe they will recommend the camp, which already rested their child. So you know all the pros and cons of "inside" and you will be calmer. In addition, you can, talk with your child and ask him that loved, and what does not and to draw conclusions.
Consider the details
First of all, look at how to set up the camp site, if it is worthy of a serious organization, the it will not just be a business card, and a professional website with the right information, photographs and other nuances. This is one of the things by which one can understand whether or not to trust the organizers and whether it makes sense to send a child there.
Read reviews
In various forums and on the site of the camp must be the opinions of parents, looking for real live testimonials. Not necessarily all of them have to be positive, we all have different preferences and desires to the children's camp, as long as they suit you. If a review on a social network, write to the parents and ask them to share experiences and advice.
Consider the child's wishes
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The extent to which positive will rest your child depends on whether you have selected the correct camp, interesting or boring him there. If your child loves comfort and he is allergic to mosquito bites, do not send him to the forest with tents. Best of all, ask him to where he wanted to go, offer options and make choices together.
Look for a camp not far from home
Sending a child to camp for the first time, choose one that is close to home, so you if anything could be reached within half an hour. In addition, you can go there in advance to look around, ask for a tour for you and ensure that your child will be safe.
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