Some people think that because some children find some subject such as mathematics and philosophy difficult, they ought to be optional instead of compulsory. To what extent do you agree?
some people think that punishment is the best way of teaching children to behave well. Others believe that it is better to reward children for good behaviour. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some people believe that comic books are trash and they waste our children’s time and energy. What is your opinion?
Some believe that children should start school after the age of 7 while others think that school should begin from a very young age. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Today many children and teenagers are overweight and unhealthy. Give reasons to explain why many young people are obese and give some solutions to fix the problem.
Write a letter to the school to apply to be a volunteer. In the letter:
– Introduce yourself and give details of your children who attend the school
– Explain why you are interested in the position
– Talk about any relevant experience that you have with children
In some countries, people are having children at later age in life. What are the reasons? Do the advantage outweigh disadvantages?
Some people think computers and the Internet are more important in child’s education. Others believe that schools and teachers are essential for children to learn. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people think it is better for children to being to learn a foreign language at primary school than at secondary school. What’s your opinion? Do you think the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
Around the world, children learn English as a second language at school. However, in some places, they also learn at kindergarten (pre-school care, when children are aged two to five). Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of learning English at kindergarten.
Some parents prefer to have their children be raised by their grandparents. Some prefer to raise them on their own. Which would you prefer & why?. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Schools are no longer nescessary because children can get so much information available through the internet, and they can study just well at home. To what extent do you agree or disagree.
Many children today spend a lot of time on social media which hurts their grades. what is the cause of this? What can be done to solve this?
Some people believe that after a child enters school their children will have more influence than their parents. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Many people think children should not be punished at early ages. To what extend do you agree or disagree? What sort of punishment may be applied for children?
Children nowadays are playing less and less sport and this is having a bad effect on their health and their behaviour. Why do you think this is happening? What can we do to solve the problem?
In some counties, some people believe having children and marriage is seen as the most important in their life. The other believe having a good job and salary is viewed as success. Discussing both and give your opinion.
In some cultures,children are often told that they can achieve anything if they try hard enough. What are the advntages and disadvantages of gving children this message?
the family has a greate influence on children development but the influence from outside the home play bigger part in children's life. do you agree or disagree.
The best way to educate children is by using the Internet in every lesson. To what extent do you share this opinion? What other ways are there of making it effective for children?
rents believe that their children should do educational activities during their free time. Others say that the children are under pressure. Discuss both views and give your opinion
Some experts believe that it is better for children to begin learning a foreign language at primary school rather than Secondary school. Do the advantage of this outweight the disadvantages?
All children should study a foreign language in school, starting in the earliest grade. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience
Children have more and more tests and exams to do at school, sometime starting until the age of five or six, right up until the age of eighteen. What are the advantages and disadvantages of making childern do exams?
Nowadays, young children and teenagers are eating more unhealthy food and not exercising. Some people think parents are responsible for their children’s unhealthy habits, while others think governments should play a larger role in encouraging children and teenagers to be healthier. Who do you think has more of an influence on children & teenagers: parents or governments? Give reasons for your answers and include any relevant examples from your own experience or knowledge.
Many people find it difficult to give a speech or presentation in public. Some people suggest that schools should teach children to speak in public. How is it important to speak in public? Do you agree or disagree that school should teach at school?
Some schools are incorporating homosexual lectures into their curricula. While some people think this is fine, others strongly oppose because it is potentially harmful for children. Discuss both view and give your opinion.
Some people belive that teaching children at home is best for a child's development while others think that it is important to go to school. Discuss the advantages of both methods and give your own opinion.
Some scientists believe that studying 3-year-old children can predict their criminality. To what extent do you think a crime is a product of human nature or is it possible to stop children from growing up to be criminals?
modern lifestyles mean that many parents have little time for their children .many children suffer because they donnot get as much attention from their parents as children did in the past. Do you agree or disagree?
it is important for children to learn the difference between right and wrong at an early age. punishment is necessary to help them to learn this distinction. to what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion? what sort of punishments?
‘Some schools are very strict about their school uniforms and the appearance of their pupils, while other schools have a very relaxed dress code. What are the advantages and disadvantages of children of having a school uniform?
People face a lot of difficulty in giving a speech or presentation in public. If the children are being taught in schools, about how to give speech in public, would it be better. How important is it to learn how to speak in public? Do you agree or disagree with the statement? Give relevant examples
In today’s competitive world, many families find it necessary for both parents go out to work. While some say the children in these families benefit from the additional income, others feel they lack support because of their parents’ absence. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion. Give reason for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some children spend hours every day on their smartphones. Why is this the case? Do you think this is a positve or a negative development?
Some people think that children should learn practical skills in school. others believe academic knowledge is more important to discuss both views and give you your opinion.
In some countries, the difference in age between parents and children is generally greater than it was in the past . Do you think the advandtages outweigh the disadvantages?
in some countries, an increasing number of children are overweight or obese as a result of eating too much fast food. Banning fast food from school canteens is the best way to fight this problem. to what etent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Punishment is a good way to address the behavioural problem in children. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that unpaid community service should be a compulsory part of high school programs. For example the neighborhood or teaching to younger children. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that computer games can be detrimental for children's health. Others think that they can be great for education. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
A large company in your area has decided to spend a certain amount of money , either to sponsor a local children's sport team for 2 years or to pay for to open-air concerts. It has asked for feedback from the general public.
Write a letter to the company. In your letter
• describe the benefits of sponsoring the sports team
• summarize the benefits of paying for the concerts
• say how you think the company should spend the money
Nowadays there is an increase in social problem involving young people because more parents spent time at work than with their children.To what extent do you agree or disagree?Give specific reason and examples to support your answer.
Some say that parents whose children are breaking the law must be punished in some way. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In some countries very few young prople are willing to do unpaid community service (for example working for a charity , improving thr neighbourhood , or teaching sports to younger children ). What problem might this cause? What do you think is the best way to solve this problems?
In many countries, there are strict regulations on advertising aimed at children. Do you think these regulations are sufficient, or should there be stricter controls in place? Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of advertising directed at children, and give your opinion.
Is it important for children to learn the difference between right and wrong at an early age. Punishment is necessary to help them learn this distinction. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this option. What sort of punishment should parents and teachers be allowed to use to teach good behaviour to children
Some people believe that watching TV is bad for childrens, while others claim it has positive effects for children as they grow up. Discuss both view and give your opinion.
Around the world it is likely that more adults will work from home and more children will study from home, as computer technology becomes cheaper and more accesible . Do you think this will be a positive or negative development.
A large company in your area has decided to spend a certain amount of money, either to sponsor a local children sports team for two years, or to pay for two open air concerts. It has asked for feedback from the general public.
Write a letter to the company. In your letter:
1) describe the benefits of sponsoring the sports team.
2) summarize the benefits of paying for the concerts.
3) saying how you think the company should spend that money.