Scholastic.com – Staff Writer
“”There is a myth that doing nothing is wasting time, when it’s actually extremely productive and essential,” says Dr. Hirsh-Pasek. “During empty hours, kids explore the world at their own pace, develop their own unique set of interests and indulge in the sort of fantasy play that will help them figure out how to create their own happiness, handle problems with others on their own, and sensibly manage their own time. That’s a critical life skill.””(more)