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The document discusses the involvement of children in sports, highlighting that while sports can be beneficial for learning social skills and building self-confidence, starting too early may lead to negative experiences. Parents should ensure their children are both physically and emotionally ready for sports, focusing on enjoyment rather than competition. The key takeaway is to prioritize fun in sports for younger children.

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Q2e LS1 U05 VideoTranscript

The document discusses the involvement of children in sports, highlighting that while sports can be beneficial for learning social skills and building self-confidence, starting too early may lead to negative experiences. Parents should ensure their children are both physically and emotionally ready for sports, focusing on enjoyment rather than competition. The key takeaway is to prioritize fun in sports for younger children.

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Q2e Listening & Speaking 1: Unit 5 Video Transcript

When to Involve Children in Sports Transcript


Narrator: About 27 million children in the United States take part in sports
programs.

Most people agree that sports are good for kids, but many parents are
not sure how early their kids should start playing sports and how hard
they should push1 them to play.

Sports are a terrific2 way for children to learn to get along with others
and to develop self-confidence3. But experts say that if children start to
play sports too early, they could experience some problems. They may
not enjoy the sport and, as a result, they may never learn to enjoy sports.

Parents need to be sure the child is physically4 ready and has the
strength and balance necessary to play the sport. The child also needs to
be emotionally5 ready. Parents should consider how independent the
child is, and how well he or she plays with other children.

The key to success is making sports enjoyable, especially for younger


children. Focus on fun, not on winning.

1
push: pressure
2
terrific: excellent
3
self-confidence: assuredness in oneself
4
physically: relating to the body
5
emotionally: relating to feelings

©Oxford University Press. Permission granted to reproduce for classroom use.

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