Children Essays

Norman Vincent Peale once said, “Stand up to your obstacles and do something about them, you will find that they haven’t half the strength you think they have.” In the book Speak, Melinda a young girl just beginning her first year of high school has some obstacles from her past, destroying her future. Melinda was […]

In this movie Henry (Harrison Ford) is a hard-driven lawyer whose only aim in life seems to be his professional success. He is a tough and cold lawyer who walks over people and totally neglects his wife Sarah (Annette Benning) and teenage daughter Rachel (Mikki Allen). Although idolized by his boss and co-workers, he is […]

A good children’s book is the one that promises that something will happen. The children read it to see what is due next in the story. A book that has a strong element of suspense early on and continues to maintain it will make the book ‘unputdownable’ for the children. Holes by Louis Sachar, is […]

While walking through Times Square on May 4th, days after the bomb scare, I could see terrorists in every passerby and bombs in every bag. Although I read and ignored reports of extremist actions elsewhere in the world, the bomb scare in what I considered to be my back alley instilled in me a fear […]

My likes and dislikes arc rather limited. The first thing I positively dislike is the nerve racking discipline imposed upon the youngers by the elders or by those in authority. Why should anybody bother my life with do’s and don’ts? Why should I not be left entirely to myself to choose my own ways ? […]

Northville, a medium-sized city in the midwestern part of the United States, has experienced a significant change in the composition of its municipal work force of 1,800 employees. Approximately thirty-five percent of the city employees are now female. In a recent survey of city employees, over forty percent have said that “affordable daycare for children” […]

Defining motherhood is not a simple task. According to the Collins dictionary, a mother is a female who has given birth to offspring. However, for many women, being a mother involves various experiences and emotions. It can be viewed as both a responsibility and a blessing, involving the care and nurturing of others. The significance […]

‘The Scream’ painting by Edward Munch and ‘The Simple Gift’ novel by Steven Herrick explore the impact of belonging on an individual’s sense of identity in different ways. Belonging is a vital concept in human society, providing safety, survival, protection and happiness. Both works of art highlight the effects of alienation and relationships, and the […]

Kath is an unwavering mother and aunty, despite her grief, and sets an admirable example for her son and niece. However, she struggles to forgive Daniel for his irresponsible behavior, which has negatively impacted her son Fin. Kath’s dedication is evident as she relocates to provide Fin with better facilities after he became dependent on […]

Adolescent literature is a form of literal writing that targets teenagers and issues affecting them. With teenagers as the audience, this type of literature has specific characteristics that identifies with the group. Some features include issues affecting teenagers such as in orientation of major themes, and simplicity that captures the group’s attention. This paper seeks […]

Throughout the many years of living people grow in different stages. Not only do their bodies develop differently, but the brain and self-consciousness do as well. Lindsay Lohan is a perfect example to show how heredity and the environment can have such a big impact on one’s life. There are different levels of psychological development […]

In 1729, Jonathan Swift authored the compelling essay titled “A Modest Proposal.” Swift’s satirical masterpiece, “A Modest Proposal,” addresses the economic meltdown and endemic depravity afflicting Ireland. The creation of Swift’s persona, an Anglo-Irish landowner, who believes he has the solution to Ireland’s immense social problems effectively sheds light on the exploitation of the poor. […]

Diwali, which falls on November 9th this year, is a highly anticipated and auspicious day for many of us in India. Personally, I eagerly anticipate the holiday for days beforehand, buying new clothing and lots of fireworks (my favorite part of the festivities), painting my home, purchasing gifts for my loved ones, and starting to […]

As I wander through the aisles of the lively and busy metropolis, I come to see and witness the highlands of avalanches, the oozing chocolaty color of the river banks, feel the breeze of every smoggy morning, listen to the music and beats played by car horns at a heavy traffic, and watch over fast […]

There is a wide variety of people in the world today who call themselves parents. A parent is one who cares more about a child than themselves. A parent is loyal and unselfish to their child’s needs and will push to the limit to make sure the child is taken care of properly. A parent […]

In spite of societal expectations and gender constraints, Maria Montessori had a vision to deliver quality education to all children. Although she faced opposition from her father and society, she was resolute in pursuing her dream of becoming a doctor. In 1896, she achieved this goal by earning her doctorate in Italy. Her determination was […]

** ** Shows that our staff is responsible and has pride in its work. In England the law states that people who work with children have to keep them safe. This safeguarding legislation is set out in The Children Act (1989) and (2004). It also features in the United Nations Convention on the Rights of […]

I chose “The Shark And The Goldfish” by Jon Gordon for my book report. This book is about positive ways to thrive during waves of change and follows a goldfish named Gordy who washes out into the ocean. Gordy has always been taken care of and fed daily, but doesn’t know how to act or […]

It takes a man with great courage to sacrifice his own happiness in order to ensure the happiness of others. In the novel, Les Miserables, Victor Hugo demonstrates the value of sacrifice through one of the prominent characters, Jean Valjean, an ex-convict on the run. Valjean is in prison for committing a petty crime and […]

My house is like heroin, almost like a painless experience that many cannot get enough of. We are often exploited by my overdramatic brother with ADHD and a strong case of impulsiveness. Nevertheless, we are always busy, so much that I think that our day is actually longer than the average twenty-four hour day. In […]

According to Forster’s theory, there are 5 main aspects of a good setting; and the intellectual aspects are one of them. Wayson Choy clearly demonstrates this in the Jade Peony by showing the character’s constant indulgence of learning, schooling, and writing.In the first part of the novel, Wayson Choy tells us, through the eyes of […]

Today is a wonderful millstone in my life , because I decided to go back to college and continue my education. I have been through many obstacles in my life and making the decision to go back to school will give me the opportunity to prove that just because you grow up in a bad […]