The first view encourages children to begin formal education at a very early age and introduces them to the rigors of school, while the second view suggests that young children should spend more time playing outdoors. Some argue that young children should spend most of their time on school studies because early childhood education helps prepare children for school and prepares them for the future. Others consider children to be young, and as such, they should enjoy the carefree days of childhood rather than be burdened by school studies.

In my opinion, young children should spend most of their time playing outdoors. First, young children should be physically active. At such a young age, it is more important for them to be physically active than to concentrate on academics. Since children cannot yet read or perform significant amounts of mathematics, the rigors of school are unnecessary. Children should instead be encouraged to play outdoors and to be physically active, which is essential for the development of their bodies and minds. Physical activity helps children grow stronger, which prepares them for the demands of school later on. Moreover, playing outdoors will help them develop social skills, such as teamwork, cooperation, and leadership. Children who play outside will also learn to cope with outside elements, and this will prepare them to deal with the challenges of everyday life. Furthermore, children will become healthier if they engage in physical activity on a daily basis, and this will help them maintain a healthy lifestyle throughout their lives.

In contrast, young children who spend most of their time on school studies are not developing their bodies and minds in the same way that those who play outside are. Adults understand the importance of physical activity, but many of them still do not exercise regularly. Playing outside provides children the chance to get outside, away from the television set and the computer. By playing outside, children actively explore the world around them. As children run, jump, climb, and play, they increase their stamina and their flexibility. Physical activity is beneficial to a child’s mental development. Children who play outside often learn to take risks, which is necessary for the development of their problem-solving skills. Children who play outside also learn to deal with failure, which teaches them how to learn from their mistakes.

Physical activity is not the only benefit that children gain from spending time outdoors. The more that children play outside, the more they will learn to cope with adversity. The childhood years are challenging, and young children are often faced with unexpected obstacles that require them to think quickly. Children who play outside often encounter obstacles, such as bad weather, falling trees, and wild animals. Children who play outside will learn how to overcome these obstacles, and this will improve their ability to deal with adversity when they encounter them later in life. Second, children learn valuable lessons while playing outside. A child who builds a raft and teaches it to other children does not merely learn to build a raft; he also teaches others to follow his example. When children play outdoors, they learn the importance of teamwork, cooperation, and leadership. They learn how to share, and they learn to listen to other people. Children who play outside regularly learn to take initiative, and this will help them become successful adults.

In conclusion, the earlier that children begin formal education, the less time they will have to play outside. If children spend most of their time playing, they will be less able to cope with the rigors of school later on. As children spend more time playing, they will develop their bodies and their minds, and they will learn valuable lessons that will help them to become successful adults.