Let's Learn About Fun Time! The Proper Use of Leisure

Hello Super Students! 👋

Have you ever thought about what you do after school, on weekends, or during holidays? That special time is called leisure time! It's your free time to relax, play, and learn new things.

In these notes, we're going to become experts at using our leisure time in fun and healthy ways. Learning how to do this helps our bodies stay strong, our brains grow smarter, and keeps us feeling happy and full of energy! Let's get started!


What is Leisure Time, Anyway?

It's simple! Leisure time is your free time. It's the part of the day when you're not busy with schoolwork, helping with chores at home, or sleeping.

For example, your leisure time might be:
- The hour after you finish your homework.
- Saturday afternoon.
- A sunny day during the summer holidays.

Think of your day like a yummy pizza 🍕. Some slices are for school, some are for sleeping, and the extra slices left over are your leisure time to enjoy however you want!

Key Takeaway

Leisure time is your free time for fun and relaxation after your important tasks are done.


Healthy Activities for a Happy You!

The best kind of fun helps you grow! Healthy activities are things you do in your leisure time that are good for your body and your mind. Let's split them into two teams!

Team Body 💪: Activities for a Strong Body

These activities get you moving and make your body strong and healthy.

Examples include:
- Playing football or tag in the park.
- Riding your bicycle or scooter.
- Dancing to your favourite songs.
- Going for a swim with your family.

Team Brain 🧠: Activities for a Smart Brain

These activities make you think, learn, and be creative.

Examples include:
- Reading a fun storybook or comic.
- Drawing, painting, or making crafts.
- Building amazing things with blocks or LEGO.
- Playing a board game or puzzle with friends.

Did you know? Doing a mix of activities from BOTH teams is the best way to use your leisure time. It creates a happy balance for your body and your brain!

Key Takeaway

Healthy activities can be for your body (like sports) or for your brain (like reading). It's important to do a little bit of both!


Be the Boss of Your Time: Planning a Schedule

Don't worry, planning your day isn't tricky at all! Making a planning individual daily schedule just means thinking about your day so you can be sure to have time for everything, especially the fun stuff!

How to Make a Super Simple Schedule:

1. List Your 'Must-Dos': First, think of the things you must do. For example: Go to school, eat lunch, do homework.

2. Find the Empty Spots: Look at the times in between your 'Must-Dos'. That's your leisure time! For example: The time between finishing homework and having dinner.

3. Fill in the Fun!: Choose some healthy activities to do in those empty spots. For example: 4:30 pm - Play basketball. 5:30 pm - Read a book.

4. Remember to Rest: A good schedule always includes time for quiet and rest. Your brain needs breaks too!

Key Takeaway

A daily schedule helps you balance your work, rest, and play. It makes sure you have enough time for all the healthy and fun activities you want to do.


Lots of Fun! How to Choose Your Activities

There are so many things to do! When you are choosing, it's good to ask a few questions first. This is called using selection criteria.

Ask yourself these questions:
- Is it safe? (Do my parents know what I'm doing?)
- Is it healthy? (Does it help my body or my brain?)
- Is it indoors or outdoors? (It's good to do a mix of both!)
- Can I do it alone or with others? (Spending time with friends and family is also a healthy choice!)

Remember, your choices have influences. This means they affect you! Choosing to play outside can make you feel energetic and happy. Choosing to read quietly can make you feel calm and relaxed.

Quick Review Box

When choosing an activity, think about if it's safe, healthy, and how it will make you feel. A good mix of activities is best!


Online Games and Screen Time

Playing games on a computer or tablet can be a lot of fun, but it's important to be careful. The impact of online games on health and living can be negative if we do it too much.

What happens if we have too much screen time?
- Our eyes can get tired and sore.
- We might have trouble sleeping at night.
- We have less time to play outside, read books, or talk with our family.

This is why it's so important to practice avoiding overindulgence. That's a big phrase that just means "not doing something too much."

Think of it like eating sweets. A small chocolate is a lovely treat. But eating the whole box would make you feel sick! Screen time is the same. A little bit is okay, but a lot can be unhealthy.

Key Takeaway

It is important to balance online games with other activities to keep your eyes, body, and mind healthy.


Money and Fun

Some leisure activities are free, like playing in the park or drawing a picture. But some activities cost money, like going to the cinema or buying a new board game.

This is where we need to learn about making good use of money. If you want to take the MTR to the Science Museum or buy a snack from a vending machine, you might use your Octopus Card. Using it is a way of spending money.

It's important to:

- Always ask your parents before you spend money.
- Remember that you don't need money to have a good time!

The best things in life, like laughing with a friend, are free!

Key Takeaway

Be smart about money. Talk to your parents before spending and remember that many amazing leisure activities cost nothing at all.