Girls & Sports
There's nothing like sports for a young girl. (By the way, dance is considered a sport.) I grew up playing several sports and thoroughly enjoyed them. I didn't realize it at the time, but not only are sports fun, but they build self-esteem. When playing sports, girls realize that their bodies are not only hangers for cute clothes, but powerful forces to be reckoned with. There are even more benefits. Girls playing sports are less likely to experience teen pregnancy and more likely to graduate with good grades. They don't need to find their self-worth in whether or not a boy likes them, it's in their performance on the field. They learn team-building skills and a deeper love and understanding for their female counterparts. On a health note, females that played sports as teens are less likely to become overweight adults. They're also more likely to excel in the workplace and compete confidently with men. You must watch the HBO documentary, "Kick Like a Girl", about a 3rd grade soccer team in Utah. It's a great story to share with any little girl and inspiring for us big girls, too!
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