Q: Should kids solve their own problems, or should adults/parents get involved?
A: I think that kids should solve their own problems. They need to know how to handle their own matters properly so that in the future they can deal with their problems themselves. Parents should not get involved because that way the kid won't be able to stand up for himself later on in life. Of course, there are some sitituations in which things get all intense and suddenly there is a lot of physical abuse going on. In that case, I think parents should take some action. Like in the 'The Revealers', Russell's mom wanted to talk to the school principal about how Richie bullied Russell even though he wanted to ignore this problem (p. 45). That is very serious and I think she should immediately inform the school no matter what her child says. In the book the mother says "If one adult did this to another, he'd be in jail. Why should it be different for kids?" (p. 46). That is something I would definetely say as well but I wouldn't just do that. If my child got bullied in such a horrible way, then I would make sure that the bullier's parents would be informed and also inform someone from the school who could keep an eye on anyone who would harm my child.
I like how you numbered the pages that you quoted and how you gave your opinion. I like how you gave the example on pg 46, its a good example because if adults did that they would go into jail but if kids do that no one really cares except the parents. I agree with that. Good Job!
ReplyDeleteI like how you wrapped up your last paragraph. I totally agree with you, I would basically do the same.
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