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Michael G. Thompson, Ph.D.

Michael G. Thompson, Ph.D.

New York Times Bestselling Author and International Speaker

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The Importance of Summer Camp for Kids and Teens

MT · Jan 30, 2015 ·

Dr. Thompson was recently interviewed by NYMetroParents about the value of summer camp for children.

An excerpt from the piece:

Research shows that in addition to making kids into confident, independent, well-adjusted individuals, camp can improve your children’s chances of getting into college, scoring a better job, and mastering vital leadership skills. So consider trading calculus for a kayak—ditch summer school and send your kids into the woods instead.

Read the full article at NYMetroParents.com.

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