Family Engagement Fridays Podcast by ELV
Jul 31, 2026 · 5 min · 7 segments
Send us Fan Mail July is Anti-Boredom Month, but what if boredom isn't actually a bad thing? In this episode of Family Engagement Fridays, we…
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One of the ways that we are inspired to choose topics for Family Engagement Fridays is to think about those general topics that come up a lot for families in general, but we also like to coincide with some of the monthly celebrations or holidays that are coming up.
And if you're the caregiver of a young child, you have probably felt the pressure to have endless activities to support your child's development.
If you have an older child, you've probably heard the phrase, I'm bored, at least a few times this summer.
When that happens, many of us feel immediately responsible for fixing the problem.
We start suggesting activities, pulling out toys, curating outings, or turning on a screen.
But what if boredom isn't actually something we need to solve? What if it's a great opportunity to watch those narrow pathways? When children aren't being entertained every minute, they begin to use their imagination, creativity, and problem-solving skills.
They learn how to make choices, explore their interests, and create their own fun.
Chances are they weren't built around expensive activities or carefully planned events.
They often come from spontaneous activities you created because you were bored.
One of the ways that we are inspired to choose topics for Family Engagement Fridays is to think about those general topics that come up a lot for families in general, but we also like to coincide with some of the monthly celebrations or holidays that are coming up.
And if you're the caregiver of a young child, you have probably felt the pressure to have endless activities to support your child's development.
If you have an older child, you've probably heard the phrase, I'm bored, at least a few times this summer.
When that happens, many of us feel immediately responsible for fixing the problem.
We start suggesting activities, pulling out toys, curating outings, or turning on a screen.
But what if boredom isn't actually something we need to solve? What if it's a great opportunity to watch those narrow pathways? When children aren't being entertained every minute, they begin to use their imagination, creativity, and problem-solving skills.
They learn how to make choices, explore their interests, and create their own fun.
Chances are they weren't built around expensive activities or carefully planned events.
They often come from spontaneous activities you created because you were bored.
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