“ Why Every Kid Loves Skateboards”
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There are many things in life that I will never understand. The amount of things that I don't understand has increased significantly since I became a mother and began to watch my kid's choices and preferences as they got older.
I couldn't understand why my daughter wanted to wear such an ugly shirt with pants that clearly didn't match it, and I definitely couldn't understand it when my junior high aged son came home wanting to get his ears pierced. Being a mother definitely adds mystery to my life. Up until recently, the fact that all kids seemed to love skateboards was a mystery to me.
I began to recognize the phenomenon of skateboards when my own three children asked for them for Christmas a few years ago. I thought it was strange that they all wanted the same thing, yet when I asked them about it they said that literally everybody they knew was asking for skateboards that year. So my husband and I went out after researching the best skateboards for their ages and novice abilities, and we purchased three skateboards to place under the tree on Christmas morning.
From the moment our children opened their skateboards they were hooked. They haven't stopped using their skateboards almost daily even still, three years later. It is by far the most loved and best used gifts we have ever purchased for them. Since that Christmas day I have spent countless hours at our local skateboarding park watching my children play with their friends on skateboards.
Usually I bring a blanket and a good book and enjoy a morning at the park while I watch. I'm so intrigued by the whole place, however, that I rarely get a chapter read. I've learned that kids love skateboards because they love the freedom, the adventure and the risk that skateboards give. In small proportions, kids love the thrill that skateboards allow them to have.
They love learning a new trick or showing off a skill for their friends. I've learned that skateboarding is a healthy way for kids to burn energy and to learn how to relate with other kids. A skateboarding park is quite a social gathering place, and I am thankful that my children are learning to relate with all kinds of people simply because of their skateboards.
So parents, take my advice. If your child wants a skateboard, be the first to encourage them. Yes, it is risky and hence there is potential danger involved, but it is a healthy way to let your children experiment with adventure and learn to make friends in the process.
About The Author: Julee Mitchelsin is a childrens' therapist that has learned much from raising her own kids. She's learned that skateboards can be a positive thing for kids. See http://www.skateboardsplace.info for more.
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“ Skateboarding In The Park”
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Skateboard parks are cropping up everywhere in major metropolitan areas. Like the roller rinks of yesteryear, skateboard parks are the rage with kids these days. It provides children a supervised area in which to practice their skateboarding and even do tricks as they would like under the guidance and supervision of the staff.
Often there is music playing and there are rules of conduct and dress to ensure the safety of the skateboarder and those around as well. It is probably the safest way for children to practice their skateboarding since the arena is specially made and the activities are monitored.
Often skate parks are not used exclusively for skateboarders but can also be used by inline skaters and BMX bike racers as well. Different parks have various rules, so it is important to check the rules before going. Some have exclusive days and times for certain activities, some have portions of the course designated for particular activities while still others have it all mixed together.
Each skate park is designed for different levels of skater so every skater, from beginner to advanced, has a place to practice and hone their skills.
Many skate parks include ramps and rails in various positions throughout the park. This allows the trick rider to skate on the ramps, gain speed, and do tricks if capable. The rails will allow the same sort of trick riding with various levels of rail for the beginner through advanced.
Often skateboard parks will offer instruction in the form of group lessons or individual instruction for a fee. This is great for the beginner skateboarder to learn the basics and learn safety precautions while in a fun environment.
Public skateboard parks are usually made available free of charge and are typically outside which forces those using them to be concerned about the weather conditions. Private skateboard parks, however, are often indoors and are made of better materials and softer materials which will be better when faced with a fall.
The disadvantage of the private skateboard parks, though, is that they will typically charge an admission fee to ride inside. However, the admission fee is usually reasonable and well worth the small expense for the added safety and comfort. Searching the local telephone directory or Internet is a good way to find skateboard parks in your area. Most larger cities have one or several and they are cropping up all over the country in increasing numbers.
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