I am a little bit afraid that the Arabian boy will want to invite my son over to there house and play as well. I dont know if the parents are trustworthy cause the seem to be the religious type and the father has a long beard and stuff. Maybe he might try and make my boy converted or somthing like that. Please advise cause im a little nervous.
2007-03-05 00:01:20 · 46 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Grade-Schooler
Treat Him!!! =S
Like Everyone Else Said..Treat Him Like Any Other 10 Year Old Boy!!
Just Because He's A Different Race..Does Not Mean He Is Bad!!!?!!!
I'm Not A Muslim But I Do Know One Thing About It Is That..
They Are Not Trying To Convert People InTo Islam?.!..
He Won't Come To Your Home @ Terrorise It !!!
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Yea So Just Treat Him Like Any Other 10 Year Old Boy!
He Won't Do No Harm !!
Trust Me
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Hope This Helps !=D
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2007-03-05 02:58:18 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 1⤋
Look up some websites. I am sure that they will not try to convert your son, as they are scared that you might try to do the same thing. If you are still worried, call the parents of the child and ask if they have any traditions that maybe you will find fun, and you will not need to convert into an Islam or Iraelite or Jewish. Although there is nothing wrong with that because everyone has different believes.
2007-03-05 07:09:00 · answer #2 · answered by Chris 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Treat him like any other kid but don't be afraid to ask questions if he seems reluctant or put off by something. Ask him, in those situations, if there's something that bothers him and use that as a way to learn more about him.
If you're concerned about the parents, suggest a day in the park together with members of both families present so you can feel each other out.
But don't make too many assumptions. They may be religious or not. The father may just happen to like long beards. But even if they are religious, why wouldn't they be trustworthy? Religious Arabs aren't all crazy.
2007-03-05 05:59:43 · answer #3 · answered by bdunn91 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
He is a child. He is your child's friend. We are all different in some way or another regardless of what race, religion or a handicap we are. Don't be afraid to invite him over. He may end up being a very good friend to your son and that is really what should be important is for your son to know that know matter how different people are they can still be great friends! I doubt anyone would try converting your child into their ways. It could be a very rewarding friendship for the kids. They may learn a little bit of each others cultures, but in positive ways. Try to think positive about their friendship, you may also learn a little bit from this child or visa versa. Kids are kids though they probably just want to be good playmates and that is it. Your child will let you know what it was like to visit his friends house. They maybe a little nervous too. I'm always a little nervous when my children want to go to a friends house I don't know but I meet the parents and try to get to know my children's friends & their parents. Good Luck!
2007-03-05 00:28:34 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 1⤋
Ummmmm..... whoa. There are people who actually think this way?
It should not matter in the least if your son wants to bring an "Arabian" boy home. You should just consider him not as an Arabian boy, but as your son's friend, and nothing more.
I'm not even ethnic and I'm a little offended by your being nervous about the long-bearded father and the thought that he will try to convert your son. My guess is that if they invite your son over, they will consider your son in much the same way as you should consider theirs: as a child who is a friend of their child.
Let your kids play together. Answer questions either of them may have openly, but otherwise, don't bring up their racial/cultural differences.
Consider it one small step towards a prejudice-free world.
2007-03-05 05:22:06 · answer #5 · answered by CrazyChick 7 · 2⤊ 1⤋
This sounds like a great way to teach your son about tolerance and diversity! Treat the new friend like you would treat any other 10 year old boy visiting your home. If you have concerns about the parents, find an opportunity to meet them and get to know them - a school event, perhaps? Or invite them all over, so the boys can spend time together and you can get to know the parents. I think you are right to be cautious about sending your child into a home where you don't know the family, but not because they are Arab - it is good practice to know who you are sending your child to, no matter what the situation. You never know, you may all develop a lifelong friendship!
2007-03-05 01:25:03 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
Treat this new friend just as you would any other child. How neat that your son is undaunted by the fact that his new friend is Arabian. Of course, you need to get to know the parents before allowing your child to go to their home, but please do not assume the father's beard of the fact that they are Arabic make your son a target for conversion. They are here for a reason, and each of you can enrich each others lives, culturally and profoundly as human beings of the same race. You will always be the wiser and better for learning about a different culture. You may be introduced to new foods, new music, new art, even new ways of perceiving the world around you. In my experience, people are exactly the same all over the world. A smile is the same in any language.
2007-03-05 00:16:04 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 8⤊ 1⤋
Ma'am this might not be your intentions but you sound very racist.What do you mean how would you treat him?He is a child !So what if his parents are religious and have a beard.Don't worry he is not bin ladin!If you are that uncomfortable why don't you just not let him come over,or explain to your son that you are uncomfortable with a Arabian boy in your house.We has alot to learn from kids.Because they are so pure and they don't see races.I"m not trying to be mean but try to see what your son sees.Don't make such a big deal about his race.His family is probably afraid of letting him come over because the are apprehensive of how your family will accept their son.Not all Arabians agree with what is going on in their country.Give it a shot that little boy could open your eyes.
2007-03-05 01:52:42 · answer #8 · answered by TRUTH 3 · 4⤊ 1⤋
Wow.. be alittle more prejudice. Treat them the same as you would any other kid. I am sure that you are overacting just a bit and think that you should calm down. My grandfather was a Saudi and he was the most pleasant and gentle man. Do not let the TV influence everything. I am very overprotective of my son.. but I guess since I have other races in my family it doesn't bother me like it does others. How long have the boy lived in the States? I hope you can learn to trust them and not make your son confused about his friend... good luck.
2007-03-05 01:42:17 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 1⤋
Treat him like he's your son, and pray that they return the favor when your son is at their house.
Before your son goes anywhere, you should meet and know the parents. This is a perfect opportunity to overcome your prejudice, and learn another culture. Ask questions, understand their beliefs and customs. Perhaps they're not nearly as different as you imagine.
2007-03-05 16:00:18 · answer #10 · answered by ~Biz~ 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋