"Developing Kings and Queens One Child At A Time."
Do you let your children have free time? This TED Talk discusses the advantages of daydreaming. Namely, having the opportunity to "be bored" builds imagination, which is critical for skills like
Inventing
Problem Solving
Creativity
Making Meaning
How do you help kids be more creative? Re-frame "boredom" as an opportunity for creative thought. Encourage reasonable amounts of free time. Surround them with creative people who can lead them in problem solving. Try to find schools that allow children to have reflective downtime throughout the day—make sure it has recess!