Loved and Unloved Children

There are two boys. Boy A and boy B.

Boy A is adored by his parents and grandparents from both sides of the family. His achievements are celebrated and honoured. He is always so cheerful in class, both to his peers and teachers. Though he is a little bit shy, he is comfortable with showing his works to others.

Boy B has a broken family. One parent is passive, so the pressure is on the other. He gets scolding on a daily basis. When asked what he did wrong, he could not answer. He would apologise but then do the same action again.

It takes a village to raise a child. While children learn social skills and moral values in school, it does not mean the parents do not have to inculcate values in them. It is a partnership between parents and teachers to nurture the child. I am not a parent yet, but I do understand the struggles parents have to go through. I am thankful that I get to see them for only a few hours daily. But then, there is not enough time.

Values like honesty, loving others, respecting others etc must be taught both at home and in school. Children must be empowered and encouraged. I really don't like to scold children. The negative words or tone can actually break them. I have tried saying something positive or giving a gift as encouragement, and it helps to build them.

Faith, hope, and love. Love is the most important.