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Children, Education, Lifestyle

children and technology
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Children and technology: should small kids use computers?

App time or nap time. Is technology so important for kids development? Should children be encouraged to use computers? Pros and cons of technology

Do you believe in Santa Claus?
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Should kids believe in Santa Claus?

Most parents make their kids believe in Santa Claus while knowing he is not real. Can this "lie" undermine trust in parents? Does it encourage consumerism?

Should students wear uniforms
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Should students wear uniforms? School uniforms pros and cons

Pros and cons of school uniforms and their origin. Debate: should students wear uniforms. Good or bad for kids? Discipline, equality, gender, education.

Debate on child labour are we hypocrites?
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Debate on child labour: are we hypocrites?

Child labour is morally wrong, but as consumers we are happy to buy cheap goods without asking questions. Are we hypocrites on this issue?

Homeschooling pros and cons
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Homeschooling pros and cons. Is homeschooling better?

Considering homeschooling? Homeschool pros and cons. Is homeschooling better than education in public schools. Benefits, requirements, controversy, poll

private vs public schools: best education for children
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Private vs public schools: best education for your children?

All parents want the best education for their children. Private or public (state) schools: best choice for kids intellectual development and socialization?

should religion be taught in schools?
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Should religion be taught in schools?

Is teaching religious and moral education in schools positive? Even in secular states? We discuss if religion should be taught in public schools. Vote!

pros and cons of video games
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Pros and cons of video games: should kids play them?

Learn about the pros and cons of video games and whether kids should play them. We discuss the effects of violent games and gaming as an education tool

Should kids have homework
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Should kids have homework? Pros and cons of assignments

Learn about the pros and cons of homework for students. Join our education debate / poll on whether kids should have homework or if it should be abolished

Should kids have cell phones?
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Should kids have cell phones? Pros and cons

Pros and cons of cell phones for kids development. What impact may smartphones have on them? Should parents buy mobile phones for their children? When?

pros and cons of co-sleeping
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Pros and cons of co-sleeping: is it a good idea?

Children sleeping in their parents' bed is accepted in many parts of the world but not much in the West. We discuss the pros and cons of co-sleeping. Vote!

Annoying kids songs
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Annoying kids songs: Dora the Explorer vs Peppa Pig

Dora the Explorer and Peppa Pig are lovely cartoons. Our kids love them. However their songs out of repetition may become annoying for some parents. Vote!

driving age debate
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Driving age debate: what should be the limit?

We discuss if driving age should be increased in countries like the United States or maybe reduced in the areas with currently higher age requirements.

Are beauty pageants good or bad for the child? Should they be banned?
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Should child beauty pageants be banned?

Child beauty pageants are an old tradition but also one of the most controversial competitions around the world. Many claim they should be banned. And you?

Chores for 6-year-olds: too young for household duties?
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Chores for 6-year-olds: too young for household duties?

We all want the best for our children and their development. Chores can be helpful, but when to start? Are 6-year-olds too young for household duties? Vote

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