Post by The Goddard School

Not all rules are in the rulebook. In this Psychology Today article, Dr. Kyle Pruett, a member of our Educational Advisory Board, explores how sports can be both a physical activity and a powerful learning opportunity for young children. Children are continuously developing an understanding of winning, losing and fairness based on what they see and hear, making it crucial for adults to model positive sportsmanship. When we help children learn rules, respect their opponents and practice gracious winning and losing, we are giving them skills that extend far beyond the game and will serve them throughout their lives. Check out the article here: https://lnkd.in/ezC2Ya7T.