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Just saw this in the news this morning about a report from the American Academy of Pediatrics arguing for giving children more unstructured playtime. I wonder if it will be translated anywhere in the Korean press. Imagine the potential impact here:

http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20061009/ap_on_he_me/more_playtime;_ylt=AvRT.jcNYA8UYcyybOzyt1YDW7oF;_ylu=X3oDMTBhZDhxNDFzBHNlYwNtZW5ld3M-

Some relevant quotes:

Numerous studies have shown that unstructured play has many benefits. It can help children become creative, discover their own passions, develop problem-solving skills, relate to others and adjust to school settings, the academy report says.

"Perhaps above all, play is a simple joy that is a cherished part of childhood," says the report, prepared by two academy committees for release Monday at the group's annual meeting in Atlanta.

A lack of spontaneous playtime can create stress for children and parents alike. If it occurs because young children are plopped in front of get-smart videos or older children lose school recess time, it can increase risks for obesity. It may even contribute to depression for many children, the report says.
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It says enrichment tools and organized activities can be beneficial but should not be viewed as a requirement for creating successful children. Above all, they must be balanced with plenty of free play time, the report says.
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Children overscheduled with structured activities "are missing the chance they have to dream, to fantasize, to make their own world work the way they want it. That to me is a very important part of childhood," [noted pediatrician and author Dr. T. Berry] Brazelton said.

[Juregen]

Now this is research i can relate too

[Pak Yu Man]