Would You Let Your Kid Do This?

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lets-stop-scaring-our-kids-afThis past year we had a missionary to the Ukraine over to our house after the Sunday service, and as we got to talking about the differences between here and there, he told me that one of the big differences is crime.  He told me how that he lets his children take the subway to and from school and other locations– by themselves.

Lenore Skenazy did the same in New York City.

In letting her son find his way home (a 45 minute adventure) with $20, a map, and the general direction, this author gave her son self confidence– the ability to feel grown-up.  She also gave herself (unknowingly, we’re lead to believe) a lot of press coverage.

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MInTheGap has been commenting on the culture at large and current events since 2004. He enjoys spending time with his family, writing, and being active in his local church.
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Thursday, October 2nd, 2008