Wednesday, June 20, 2012

SUMMER VACATIONS: EXPERT TIPS FOR SPENDING QUALITY TIME WITH CHILDREN

LUDHIANA, JUNE 20:-----



Keeping in view, the sweltering heat and on-going summer vacations for children in this month, the home scientists of the Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) have impressed upon the parents to spend quality time with their children and kids, involve them in household chores and keep them healthy.



Advising that not to let the children watch television or play games on computer for a longer time, Dr Sukhminder Kaur said that it affects their eye sight and obstructs thinking and creativity, affecting development. Children should be involved in household chores, keeping in mind, their age and capability, such as cleaning/dusting of their room, table setting, making artificial flowers and decorative articles using leftover accessories, cloth, wool, paper, etc., she suggested. A regular routine of children should be set for their home work as it will help them to finish their work in time, she said, while emphasizing on encouraging the children to wash and iron their clothes and polish their shoes.



Referring to the household activities, the home scientist, Dr Harinder Saggu said that shoes should be kept in separate cabinets and that low boards should be used to keep them organized. She told, "To avoid deterioration of clothes due to moisture and insects, spread newspapers underneath the garments. Put some natural disinfects viz. dried neem leaves, French chalk and camphor cakes so that clothes remain safe for a longer period of time."



Stressing on proper diet and health care, Dr Kirti Grover emphasized on keeping the children well-hydrated. Ensure that they are drinking, at least, 6-8 glasses of water a day, she added, while suggesting other drinks like squashes, sharbats, lime water, etc. As the rising and hot temperature of summer season is ideal for the growth of harmful bacteria, it is vital to ensure prompt, proper cleaning and treatment of the child's wounds, she said.



Elaborating further, Dr Surinderjit Kaur asked the home makers to serve children with the home cooked meals and snacks as they are fresh, hygienic, nutritious and without any preservatives. Add plenty of whole grains, fruits and vegetables with higher water content to their diet and serve them in a different and attractive ways, she added. Involve the children in the preparation of nutritious recipes, fruit juices, milk shakes, etc., and motivate them to attend courses and hobby classes, organized by various private institutions and organizations during vacations.
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