I figure we should be as honest with our children as possible and let them know about the real threat that is out there?
2006-09-21 06:02:25 · 13 answers · asked by The Angry Stick Man 6 in Politics & Government ➔ Other - Politics & Government
I would rather them hear it from me than the news.....
2006-09-21 06:02:54 · update #1
Start early..
Just as the parents of terrorists do
http://www.faithfreedom.org/Gallery/8.htm
2006-09-21 06:19:28 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
ummm i think theres a more modest approach than simple saying, "sweetie, terrorists are trying to kill u and always will" when that's not true...terrorists intentions are not just to kill, they are to get attention on whatever it is they want, i dont think there really is a right age 'd say at least 10 or 11...but u should say there are ppl that dont like us and want to cause us harm, but we are goin to overcome it, and no matter what u have to lead a positive lifestyle...most def. dont tell them ppl are want to kill them thats ridiculous
2006-09-21 13:07:17 · answer #2 · answered by Advice Girl 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You sound really scary when you say that. Seriously. Surprisingly, there are fewer terrorists-related deaths than car accidents, cancer-deaths, and many other versions of death, so my suggestion is to tell them how to be safe (buckle up, be active, eat healthy, and so on) and do that yourself. They will learn about terrorists later on, but when they're kids, it'll seem far off, and only will settle on them when they become teenagers. Say your words truthfully if they ask, but also remember that there's terrorists shouldn't be your main concern.
2006-09-21 13:13:07 · answer #3 · answered by Kage D, 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Em, I think your child is more at risk from being kidnapped, so I wouldn't go and scare your child, just teach them about stranger danger and tell them to always be on the lookout.
2006-09-21 13:11:40 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Think back. When were you first bombarded with scare tactics? The Russians are coming! The Russians are coming! Just to name one. There have always been terrorist, and there always will be.
2006-09-21 13:06:56 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, that would scare the child too much!! He might have nightmares. I would tell him that there are good people and bad people in this world, and it is always a good idea to seek out the good people.
2006-09-21 13:05:20 · answer #6 · answered by poeticjustice 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
terrorists are trying to kill our government also. don't forget to inform the child of that also. not just kids. i would say around 7
2006-09-21 13:05:43 · answer #7 · answered by yayaloyaya 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It's not about terrorists. It's secretly about THIS!...
http://www.strayreality.com/Lanis_Strayreality/iraq.htm
2006-09-21 14:25:37 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would suggest answering your child's questions when the child asks, but do your best not to traumatize the child.
2006-09-21 13:06:12 · answer #9 · answered by Clown Knows 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I agree that you should tell them, and I would say 7 years old.
2006-09-21 13:10:59 · answer #10 · answered by Speedy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋