importance of extracuricular activities

All work and no play make Jack a dull boy, reads the proverb which carries a lot of weight age. Hence in educational institutions also children must not be a part of only the academic world but must be encouraged to participate in extra-curricular activities. It might happen that some children might not be good in academics but has a lot of potential in other activities. So it is the responsibility of every educational institution to encourage children to marshal their skills by allowing them to participate in the extra-curricular activities that they are good in.

Extra-curricular activities must be made a mandatory part of the curriculum as it enhances the all round development in a child. A child’s growth depends upon many factors and one such factor is his participation in co-curricular activities. Schools must have these activities in order to promote healthy learning on the school premises and for each child to understand and know his strong points.

Extra- curricular activities can be divided under different banners such as Literary, Sports, Creative, Science and Field Trips. Under the Literary Banner, activities like Elocution, Drama, Extempore, Declamation, Creative Writing, Spell bee, Quizzes can be organized and children who have a good command over the language or has the flair to write, are updated with the current affairs can be motivated to participate in these literary co- curricular activities.

Children who are good sportsmen can take part in various sports activities organized by the school. A school may organize a football competition and may invite other schools to participate in the competition. This provides a lot of scope for the children to show their sportsman spirit and give their best to win the game and make their school proud. Moreover such participation creates a healthy atmosphere among children and they get to know each other well.

Extra-curricular activities under the Creative banner may include pottery making,