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Entertain the Kids?! In This Economy?!

The Big Story

CHAPTER

Financial Challenges and Changing Parenting Attitudes Towards Summer Activities for Kids

The chapter delves into the financial struggles parents face in providing summer childcare and activities for their kids, examining the rise in costs of camps and competitive sports. It discusses the shift towards structured summer activities, the impact of disappearing communities on children's playtime, and the culture of fear contributing to parents keeping children indoors. The importance of rebuilding communities, engaging neighbors, and offering affordable programming for kids is emphasized to address these challenges.

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