Discussion: How children should be raised

As you have already seen, the three articles present different views when it comes to the topic of raising children:

According to some, the Chinese example of the Tiger Mother should be praised and followed, as it can bring results for some people.

Others believe that a more relaxed approach to parenting is suitable, as excessive involvement in the child’s life cannot bring any good.

Then, there is the final attitude, according to which parents and teachers should not focus on learning and intellect, yet instead focus on the child’s soul and emotional development.

In what follows, we will provide some points for discussion when it comes to the way children should be raised. Use these as inspiration when you discuss the topic in your paper.

Should parents and teachers focus more on the child’s personal and individual desires?

Neill gives the following example:

“I have seen a girl weep nightly over her geometry. Her mother wanted her to go to university, but the girl's whole soul was artistic.”...