In many modern societies, grandchildren rarely spend any quality time with their grandparents. Why do you think this is? What are the consequences of this trend?
Some people say modern children's games do not develop a wide range of skills, while traditional games can be much better for developing such skills. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some children receive almost no encouragement from their parents regarding their performance at school while other children receive too much pressure from their over enthusiastic parents which can have a negative impact on the child. Why do you think some parents put too much pressure on their children to perform well at school? What do you think the role of a parent should be in their child education Wrrit at least 250 words.
These days many children spend a lot of time playing video games and many parents feel this is very negative. Do you agree or disagree?
Recent figures show an increase in violent crime among youngsters under the age of 18. Some psychologists claim that the basic reason for this is that children these days are not getting the social and emotional learning they need from parents and teachers. To what extend do you agree or disagree with this option? Give reason for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
It is sometimes suggested that primary school children should learn how to grow vegetables and keep animals. What are the advantages and disadvantages? Do you think advantage of this outweigh the disadvantage?
In some countries, parents who hit or otherwise punish children physically can be arrested and punished themselves. What is your opinion?
Many people think that there are more advantages to have no children, while some people think that having a child is necessary. State your opinion.
Some people believe that engaging in an active pastime does more to develop children`s life skills than time spent reading. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people argue that school is no longer necessary because children can obtain all of the information they need from the internet. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Nowadays children spend lots of time watching television and playing conputers games. However, it does not help in improving children's mental abilities do you agree or disagree.
Many childhood diseases can now be prevented through the use of vaccines. Should parents be made by law to immunise their children against common diseases or should individuals have the right to choose not to immunise their children? You should use your own ideas, knowledge and experience and support your arguments with examples and relevant evidence.
Some people think that a sense of competition in children should be encouraged. Others believe that children who are taugh to co-operate rather than compete become more useful adults. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
In many countries, children are engaged in some kind of paid work. Some people regard this as completely wrong, while others consider it as valuable work experience. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
In many countries today people are choosing to have fewer children. Why is this the cause? What are the effects of this trend on the society?
Many people think that TV has a positive impact on children’s creativity skills, while others believe that watching TV is damaging creative skills. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some people buy their children a large number of toys to play with.what are the advantages and disadvantages of having large number of toys.
Many children are encouraged by their parents to get a part-time job in their free time. What are the advantages and disadvantages of it's effect on a child.
n today’s competitive world, many families find it necessary for both parents to 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. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The percentage of overweight children in western society has increased by almost 20% in the last ten years. Discuss the causes and effects of this disturbing trend.
Children brought up in families with less money are better prepared for life than those from wealthy families. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In some countries old people who retire from work spend the money on themselves (e.g. holidays) rather than save money for their children. Is this a positive or negative development?
(QG) Some people think watching TV is bad for children, while others think that watching TV has more beneficial effects on children. Discuss both views and give your own opinion
‘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?
The role of education is to prepare children for the modern world. Schools should cut subjects such as arts and music out of the curriculum so that children can focus on subject such as information technology. To what extent do you agree?
The local council is about to destroy children playground in your area because it is under use. write a letter and tell them:
why it is not well used
what can be done so more people can use it.
Children usually want to play the same games and watch the same tv programs as their friends. Should Parents allow it or not? Give your opinion and examples from your experience.
In the modern world, schools are no longer necessary because there is so much information available through the internet that children can study as well at the home. To what extend do you agree or disagree?
Some people think it is better for children to have many short holidays during the academic year. Others believe that it would be beneficial to have fewer and longer vacations for children. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
The responsibility of bringing up children should be shared equally between mother and father. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some claim that children are more aware of environmental issues than older adults. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
There is no doubt that volunteering is quintessentail for all age groups. Although some individuals hold the view that children should be away of any volunteer activities, I am of the belief that childhood period is suitable to participate in some unpaid community work. My point of view will be further explained.
Children should be encouraged to play sports as it helps them later in th eir worklife.Some agree while others don't.Discuss both the views.
The chart below illustrates the children, men, women rate who ate five portions of fruit and vegatables daily in the UK between 2001 and 2008.
In some countries children have very strict rules of behavior, while in other countries they are allowed to do almost anything they want. To what extent should children have to follow rules?
With the pressures on today’s young people to succeed academically, some people believe that nonacademic subjects at school (eg: physical education and cookery) should be removed from the syllabus so that children can concentrate wholly on academic subjects. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
OTHERS ARGUE THAT BUYING EXPENSIVE TOYS TO CHILDREN IS NOT NECESSARY AS THEY CAN PLAY WITH ANY OBJECTS. TO WHAT EXTENT DO YOU AGREE OR DISAGREE?
An increasing number of children are overweight which could result many problems when they grow older both in terms of their health and heath care costs. Why do you think so many children are overweight? What could be done to solve this problem?
Some people believe that allowing children to make their own choices on everyday matters is likely to result in societ of individuals who only think about their own wishes. Other people believe that it important for children to make decisions about matters affect them. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
in some cultures, children are often told that they can achieve anything if they try hard enough. what are the advantages and disadvantages of giving childrent this message?
Children spend a lot of time watching TV and playing computer games; however, it does not help in improving their mental abilities. Do you agree or disagree.
More and more parents are allowing children to play on computers and tablets as they think that children should learn technology skills.
Some people think that a sense of competition in children should be encouraged. others belive thet children who are taught to cooperate rather than compete become more useful adults. discuss both views and give your own opinion.
(SSSS)Many people nowadays tend to marry and have children in their thirties rather than at a younger age. Is this a positive or negative development?
The world population is been increasing lately. One way to curb excessive growth in third world countries is to restrict the number of children each couple can have to 1. Other people believe that empowerment of the women is a better way. Discuss both views and state your opinion.
Children are facing more pressures nowadays from academic, social and commercial perspectives. What are the causes of these pressures and what pressures should be taken to reduce these pressures.
Some people say that older people should live with their adult children, while others think they should live in homes specially built for old people. Which do you think is a better practice?
Nowadays, more and more people decide to have children later in their life. What are the reasons? What are the impacts on society and families?
It is necessary for parents to attend parenting training course to bring up their children. Do you agree or disagree?
Nowadays, more and more children are being brought up in single parents family. What are the cause of this? What effect can be seen as a result of this?