Blog 6

Since we are discussing/writing about literature, this week's topic is about banned books. Should we attempt to protect our children from "adult" subjects, or should we allow children the intellectual freedom to read whatever they choose?

In my opinion, I believe it is a parent’s duty to protect their children from “adult” subjected books. When they are at a vulnerable age they are more prone to pick up bad habits and repeat things of an objective nature. I would not allow my child to read or watch something of a vulgar nature. 

Until my child is of age, it is my responsibility to protect her from things that may influence her in a bad way. This includes: books, movies, television shows, and people.

This day in age, vulgar language and material has become an acceptable thing in society.  I remember a time where curse words and nudity were not allowed on cable and radio. Now, almost anything is allowed to air. I am very particular about what my daughter watches on television, because even cartoons these days have become foul, and since my daughter is at an age where she is influenced easily, I try my best to monitor what she watches.

I cannot speak for other parents, but in my opinion children should be monitored at all times. They are learning so fast and it is a parent’s responsibility to make sure they are learning the right things in life, especially; since they are influenced so much by the things they watch and read. My child is a reflection of who I am, so I want to make sure and raise her respectfully, and this starts by limiting their freedoms.