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His superman cape flies out behind him majestically, and he lifts his arms. “One, two, three!” Your five year old jumps off the swing set. A short time later, as you drive him to the emergency room with a broken arm, you wonder, “Why in the world did he do that?”
As parents, we remind our kids to be careful, but the truth is that boys don’t just want risk… they need it. Risky play helps your son learn to deal with nervous feelings, adapt to new situations, and improve his gross motor skills.
So what are some examples of safe risky play? Being in the elements and near fire or water. Games like hide and seek. Riding a bike fast.
Just don’t forget to pray for courage…for yourself, of course.
For more ideas on raising boys to be godly men, visit Trail Life USA or RaisingGodlyBoys.com.
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