But the moment you have a gap in the timetable, you hear the kids yell… “I’M BORED!” But as a teacher, author, and mum, I’m here to let you know that being bored is actually rather brilliant. Sparks curiosity - quiet space is needed for kids to notice the world around them. Drives resourcefulness - without adult-led activities, children learn to use whatever is around them to entertain themselves. Social skills - unstructured play with siblings or friends forces kids to talk about rules, compromise, collaborate and navigate social situations independently.