You would like a temporary job working in a summer camp which runs sport and outdoor activities for children and young people next summer.
Write a letter to the organisers of the summer camp. In your letter:
•Explain what sort of job you would like to do.
•Describe your personality.
•Say what experience and skills you have.
In some countries fast food restaurants and supermarkets give money to schools to promote their product. Do you think it’s a positive or negative development of children ?
the chart below shows the number of trips made by children in one country in 1990 and 2010 to travel to and from school using different mode of transport. summarize the information and make a comparison.
many countries are spending a huge of money on supporting their competitors to take part in some worldwide sports competitions. others argue that it would be better if these countries could spend the money on children to take part in sports. to what extent do you agree or disagree
Present a written argument or case to an educated reader with no specialist knowledge of the following topic.
“Fatherhood ought to emphasised as much as motherhood. The idea that women are solely responsible for deciding whether or not to have babies leads on to the idea that they are also responsible for bringing the children up.”
To what extend do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that video games can help children to develop a wide range of skills, while others believe that video games have a negative impact on children. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
The bar chart shows the number of children in two different age groups in an average class in different countries.
Some people think that parents should teach children how to be good members of society. Others, however, believe that school is the place to learn this. Discuss both views and give your opinion. Give reasons 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 positive or a negative developent?
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.
it is the responsibility of schools to teach children good behaviours in addition to providing formal education. to what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that parents should tell stories or read to their children. However, others believe that these days this isn't necessary as children have so many other sources for stories, such as books, films and TV. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people think that children should be raised by all the family members (e.g. Uncle, aunt and grandparents) rather than only parents. Give your opinion.
In 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.
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You have seen an advertisement from a couple, who live in Australla, Fo
someone to teach their two children your language for a year.
Write a letter to the couple. In your letter
• explain why you think you would be suitable for the job
• say what e/se you could do for the family
• give your reasons for wanting the job
Some people think that children should be taught to be competitive in school. Others, however say that cooperation and team working skills are more important. Discussion both side.
It is sometimes possible to pay somebody to do things you don't want to do, or don't have time to do, for example, household chores or looking after children. Is this a good way of providing work for others? Should people do these things themselves? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
In some countries, fast‑food chains provide money to schools in return for promoting their products to pupils. Discuss the positive and negative effects of this practice on children’s development.
4)Some people think that it is a good idea to give children a small amount of money each week to spend on what they would like. Other people think that this is wrong and that it is a waste of money. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
The chart below gives information about the journey to school by children aged 11 to 16 in the UK in a year. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
some experts believe that it is better for children to beging learning a foreign language at primary school rather that secondary school. do you avantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?
Science finds that by styuding behavuout of 3 yeald old children they can predict if they grow up to be criminal.To what extend is the crimimality related to human nature.is it possible to stop children from being a criminal when they grow up.
some children spend hours everyday on their smartphones. why is this the case? do you think this is a posotive or a negative development?
Older people often choose to spend money on themselves (e.g on hoilidays) rather than save money for their children after retirement.Is this a positive or negative development?
Some people think that computers and the internet are important in children's study, but other think students can learn effectively in school and with teachers. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some children spend hours every day on their smartphones. Why is this the case? Do you think this is a positive or a negative trend?
it is important for children to learn the difference between right and wrong at an early age. Punishment is necessary to help them learn this distinction. Tp what extend do you agree or disagree with this opinion? what sort of punishment should parents and teachers be allowed to use to teach good behaviour to children
Some people think is better children grow up in cities. Other people believe it's better children grow up in the countryside. Discuss both sides and give your opinion
All parents want the best opportunity for their children. There some people who think that schools should teach the children skills but others think that having a range of subjects is better for a child’s future. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? In order to become financially responsible adults, children should learn to manage their own money at young age. Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Computers can translate all kinds of language well, so our children needn’t learn more languages in the future. What is your opinion about this idea ?
The percentage of overweight children in western society has increased by almost 20% in the last decade. What are the causes of this disturbing trend and how can the problem be reduced?
Nowadays more and more children play computer games .why do you think this is the case ? is it a positive or negative development
To what extent has the traditional male role changed in the last 20 years? Many people believe that women make better parenting than men and that this is why they have the greater role in raising children in most societies. Others claim that men are just as good as women at parenting. Write an essay expressing your point of view. Give reasons for your answer.
Nowadays many families moves overseas for job opportunities. Some people think its beneficial for the children of these families, while others think children will find it difficult. Discuss both view and give your opinion.
Some people believe that children should be taught financial skills, such as saving money and budgeting, at school. Others think that this is the responsibility of parents. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
All over the world, societies are facing a growing problem with obesity. This problem aff ects both children and adults. What are the reasons for this rise in obesity, How could it be tackled?
Some experts believe that it it better for children to begin learning a foreign language at primary school rather than secondary school. Do the advaantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?
Most agree that schools should be training children to recycle waste to preserve the Earth's natural resources. However, some believe that it is parents who should teach their children to recycle waste while others feel schools are more responsible. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
ESSAY : 2 – CHILDREN ARE FACING MORE PRESSURE NOWADAYS ACADEMIC, SOCIAL AND COMMERCIAL PERSPECTIVES. WHAT ARE THE CAUSES OF THESE PRESSURES AND WHAT MEASURES SHOULD BE TAKEN TO REDUCE THESE PRESSURE?
Some people believe that children should begin their formal education at a very early age. Others believe that they should start school at a later age. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
In some countries, there has been an increase in the number of advertisements which try to persuade children to buy snacks, toys, and other goods. Parents often claim that these ads are unfair. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
One of your neighbor’s children has accidentally broken the front window of your car. You should write a letter to his/her parents and in your letter you should
• introduce yourself
• explain how it happened
• and what they should do.
Some people think that schools are no longer necessary because children can get so much information available through the Internet while others believe that nothing can replace physical classrooms with direct guidance from teachers.Discuss both views( and give your own opinion).
Some people think that dancing is an important subject for children at school while others think it is a waste of time.What are positive and negative sides of art at school?Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your experience or knowledge. Write about 180-220 words.
In many countries, sports and exercise classes are replaced with academic subjects. What is your opinion? What are the effects on the children in their lives?
As children become adults their social behavior changes in some ways. What are the main differences between young children’s social behavior and that of adults? To what extent are the changes that take place good?
It is argued that parents of children who break the law should be punished as they are responsible for their children’s actions. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Children are facing more pressures nowadays from academic, socio, and commercial, perspectives. What are the causes of these pressures and what resources should be taken to reduce these pressures?
crimes by minors on the rise in recent times. the psychologists claim that the fundamental reason for this is that children these days are lacking the social and emotional learning they need from parents and teachers to what extent do you agree or disagree?