2006-10-28 15:06:31 · 17 answers · asked by damodaran s 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Other - Education
I don't believe so. Parents should be working as much as they can so that their child can concentrate on things like school, homework, and being a kid!! However, I also believe that if a child wants money for something (like going to the movies or buying something their parents wouldn't typically buy for them without it being a special occasion) that they should do what they can to earn money. I also believe that parents should give their kids chores and give them an allowance and teach them to save and spend wisely, this way when they get a little older, they have a better idea of how things work in the real world and have a better responsibility when it comes to earning and spending. I think the youth today is trying to grow up WAY too fast and we need to figure out a way to help stop this outbreak- kids are going to only be kids for 10 years before we know it!!!
2006-10-28 15:11:40 · answer #1 · answered by Earthy Angel 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, children have enough responsibility at school to consider it to be work. I would suggest encouraging your child to work on his/her homework. Scholarships earn more money than minimum wage. Also, I would encourage your child to participate in some type of after school activity. It doesn't necessarily need to be school sponsored.
Lastly, children below 14 years old need time to "be a kid" and have fun. There is plenty of time for work when they are older.
2006-10-28 22:13:36 · answer #2 · answered by abowrey 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, it looks like you have all the answers you need except that a growing kid should be shown how to lift properly if doing strenuous work, take breaks,drink water,eat a good healthy high protein meal after the work day. working builds the character,ethics needed as an adult.
Oh yeah..it was not against the law when I was a kid.
it is now unless business is family owned.
2006-10-28 22:16:27 · answer #3 · answered by BONES 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, I think they should be allowed to work at certain jobs if they want to. And if their parents agree to it. And, as long as it isn't a job where they could get hurt in any way at all. I think it would be one step in the direction of the young person learning responsibilities. Most importantly, how to handle his/her money. I had my first job at 12, even if it was only delivering the newspapers.
2006-10-29 21:23:09 · answer #4 · answered by knownothing 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes, if it does not interfere with schoolwork. that is the #1 priority. when i was 14, i did a lot of odd jobs such as farm work and cleaning swimming pools. but if the grades r good, then go for it!
2006-10-28 22:08:24 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Only for a family owned business. They usually can't get a job anywhere else cause Child Labor is illegal in some states.
2006-10-28 22:08:49 · answer #6 · answered by katiecakes 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In sweat shops?....no...but work experience is as valuable as an education, providing it doesn't interfere with education....and that the work itself is a reflection of something the youth aspires to...rather just being a means of money.
2006-10-28 22:11:37 · answer #7 · answered by markus 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Maybe for a family-owned business but not when it conflicts with school or anything like that.
2006-10-28 22:07:51 · answer #8 · answered by Harushnakarvikonivonich Hakopyan 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Paper routes only, or just side jobs around the neighborhood.
2006-10-28 22:08:10 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes
2006-10-28 22:07:37 · answer #10 · answered by fn_49@hotmail.com 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋