What kind of personality does your child have? Is he or she a diplomat or more of a competitor? What kind of a parent are you? Click here and discover a number of amusing quizzes to help you decide on the best camp and program for you and your child.

Discover your child’s true personality

Note that this quiz has not been scientifically validated. Rather, it is a fun way for you and your child to choose the best camp for him or her.

1. When faced with an obstacle, your child:

a. tackles it without hesitation and tries to overcome it;
b. asks others for ideas in order to find the best solution;
c. looks for a solution to minimize the challenges;
d. enlists the help of others to overcome the obstacle.

2. A child your child doesn’t know shows up and wants to play. Your child:

a. begins to play with him or her immediately and they become friends for life;
b. considers it, says yes and plays—but without much enthusiasm;
c. hesitates, says yes but is passive—the other kid leads in play;
d. says yes, plays and they are both equal.

3. If there is a dispute with a friend, your child:

a. decides that it is over and moves on to other activities;
b. tries to address the issue with the friend;
c. is anxious and tries to find the reason for the dispute;
d. tries to understand who is responsible.

4. When presenting a project to his or her class, your child:

a. does and presents the project well, to make a good impression;
b. likes to practice with you a lot and feel reassured;
c. prepares well, but dislikes presenting to the class;
d. knows the subject inside out and is certain of achieving success.

5. You move to a new neighbourhood and new school, your child:

a. takes the challenge head-on and doesn’t look back;
b. misses old friends, but slowly integrates;
c. likes to explore the new environment and make new friends—even though he or she misses old ones;
d. just observes at first, but then integrates into the new environment.

The results

Majority of A’s

Competitor
This is a courageous and determined child who isn’t afraid of much and stands out because of his or her dynamism. In this situation, he or she will regroup and do everything needed to gain respect. The child is admired by peers who want to be like him or her. He or she has a strong personality.

Provide them with the challenge of enlisting in a specialized camp focusing on a new activity. This will keep them stimulated and force them to make new friends. Their strength of character will stand out in a positive way.

Majority of B’s

Diplomat
This is an intelligent and conciliatory child who knows how to maintain ties to friends and people and is aware of the nuances of relationships among friends. This child seeks out harmony, dislikes conflicts and waits wisely for the right moment to rebuild relationships. He or she is very determined, appreciates friends and has a sensitive personality.
Encourage them to follow their heart and choose a camp offering group activities and focusing on teamwork. Their sensitivity and awareness allows them to integrate easily into a group and gives them the confidence to try new things.

Majority of C’s

Pacifist
This child is a mellow and accommodating individual who knows how to maintain healthy rapports with others, contribute to a peaceful ambiance in groups and share optimism with others. This child dislikes anger and crises and prefers to retreat until calm returns. He or she is a thinker. Friends seek him or her out and need them. This child has a “soft” personality.

Ask them what they’d like to change most about their current group of friends and encourage them to explore and follow this. Work together at choosing a camp that responds to their values and convictions. Their optimism will enable positive discoveries and their “softness” will become a catalyst for solutions.

Majority of D’s

Searcher
This child is curious and analytical, and knows how to reflect on any situation. Intelligence and sense of logic help this child figure ways out of difficult situations—and this quality is very much appreciated by peers. This child hates errors and people acting silly, to the extant that he or she is intolerant of them. He or she dreams of exotic journeys, possesses a variety of talents and has an open personality.

Try to interest them in the new, unimagined offerings of a particular camp. Let them look into the camp on their own and do the research necessary to satisfy their curiosity. Their open-mindedness and will to learn will open doors that they didn’t even realize existed.

What kind of a parent are you?

Note that this simple quiz is not an official, scientific means of evaluating your parenting style. But by responding, and even letting others respond to some of the questions, you may be surprised what you’ll learn...

1. Every time your child takes an exam, you;

a. are more anxious than he or she;
b. insist that your child study and pressure him or her to do well;
c. encourage your child as best as you can and review the most difficult points.

2. What kind of an animal best represents your parenting style? You are:

a. a bird letting their little ones learn to fly bit-by-bit;
b. a warm, brooding hen with a heart of gold;
c. a powerful wolf, protective and proud of its pack.

3. Your child wants to sleep over at a best friend’s house. You:

a. tell him or her to have fun but be reasonable;
b. ask your child for all the details upon his or her return home;
c. call the friend’s house to ensure that the parents are looking after your child.

4. Your child wants to try a new activity you know nothing about. You:

a. encourage him or her to figure it out;
b. encourage your child to stick with activities he or she and you are both already familiar with;
c. ask your child if he or she is serious about it or whether its just a temporary thing.

5. Your child invites a new friend to the house who likes to debate issues. You:

a. ask your child why he or she likes this person;
b. let your child know that you think this person is weird and dubious;
c. tell your child that he or she could choose better friends.

The results

Majority of A’s

 “Buddy” parent
You are an open and tolerant person. You have the utmost confidence in your child and invite him or her to share everything with you. You appreciate your time together and provide your opinion in all matters that interest your child—you know your child that well! You can take pride in being his ”buddy” parent but be cautious. Your concerns as a parent are not the same as his or hers. It is necessary for you to draw the lines and set boundaries between your role as a parent and theirs as your child.

Try to hold back on your dreams and promote independence in your child. Let your child articulate his or her own wishes in choosing the camp best suited to him or her needs.

Majority of B’s

Mother hen
This has probably already been pointed out to you. You have a need to protect your “little one” even though he or she is getting bigger. Take care to avoid smothering your child! If not, he or she will make choices to please you to avoid making you worry. It can go as far as your child doing things or acting a certain way just to satisfy you. Be confident and encourage your child to do what he or she really wants to do. Your child’s independent actions and personality will help you both realize that your “baby” isn’t a baby any more.

Explore different options for camps that interest your child and discuss any apprehensions each may have. Being honest and open about your feelings will increase your sense of confidence vis a vis your child, as well as your role as a parent.

Majority of C’s

Strict Parent
Sometimes, children don’t have a good sense of boundaries. This is not the case with you! You believe in principles that you think are grounded in universal values. Your strong personality and authoritarian approach is imposed upon your child’s ideas and personality. Adolescent revolt is a common reaction to this style of parenting. Remind your child of the principles in which you believe and let him or her explore and express personal thoughts and beliefs. 

Take advantage of the differences between you and your child, and try to change your perspective to learn more about new facets of your child. Support your child in his or her selection of an appropriate camp and stay well informed by researching on the Internet, reading relevant articles and more.