Experts: It’s important for kids to be active during summer vacation

Once school is out for the summer, a lot of parents will start hearing their kids complain that they are already bored.

It’s important for kids to get outside and be active this time of year, explained experts at Cleveland Clinic, as it is great for health and for socializing.

Many kids were isolated during the pandemic and spent a lot of time staring at screens.

Today’s children spend an average of seven hours a day on computers, phones and other electronic devices, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics.

A couple of suggestions they have include keeping an eye out for free summer activities – and doing some reading.