School ends this week for most children in the Capital Region and a lot of parents will start hearing their kids complain they’re bored.

Children spend an average of seven hours a day on electronic devices, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics.

Getting kids outside is great for their health and for socializing. There are always free activities going on during the summer. Reading is also a great option. You can combine reading with exercise by walking to the library, and the great thing is they are not assigned a book.

It’s also important for parents to be good role models. Go outside with your child instead of just sending them out to play on their own.