IELTS writing task 2 answer (25) (what's better for children, stories or TV?) Question: "Some people think parents should read or tell stories to their children, others say it is not important and ca

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IELTS writing task 2 answer (25) (what's better for children, stories or TV?) Question: "Some people think parents should read or tell stories to their children, others say it is not important and can be replaced by watching TV and movies instead. Discuss both views and give your opinion." Answer: Whether parents should use TV and films as substitutes for reading stories to their children is a controversial issue. Although I acknowledge the merits of television and films, I would argue that parents should spend more time telling stories to their children. It is true that using TV and films as learning tools and entertainment can broaden children’s horizons. They are able to obtain enormous information, for example, documentaries broadcast by some television stations about wildlife, scientific discoveries and customs of different places around the world. The wider access to knowledge provides the younger generation with opportunities to embrace different ideas and develop creativity. On the other hand, parents are not able to control what is shown on TV or silver screen. Children may be exposed to adult content if they are encourage to watch television or films especially without the company of their parents. They may see violent or sexual images and then imitate these acts and become aggressive. It is impossible for parents to pre-check all the details of a show before permitting their children to watch it. Therefore, in my opinion, reading to children is a better approach of early education. Not only can parents filter negative information while telling stories, they can also teach their children about vital things, such as bravery, sympathy, patience and so forth, through a good story. In addition, children can participate in storytelling activities and interact with their parents. In this way, family bond and affection can be deepened. In conclusion, I do agree that encouraging children to watch TV and films can be beneficial in some ways. However, I believe that telling stories to children has merits that television and films cannot provide, and it should not be replaced. (this is not my usual writing pattern, and i'm not sure whether it is acceptable. do you think i've answered all parts of the question? and do you think i argued logically?)

Aug 4, 2014 3:18 AM

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Whether parents should replace reading stories to their children with television shows and movies is a controversial issue. Although I acknowledge the merits of television and film, I would argue that parents should spend time reading stories to their children.

It is true that television and film can be educational, and may broaden children’s horizons. Children are able to gain information. For example: Documentaries about wildlife, scientific discoveries, and customs of different places around the world are broadcast by some stations. This wider access to knowledge provides children with opportunities to embrace different ideas and develop their creativity.

On the other hand, parents may not be able to control what their children view on television or the "Silver Screen." Children may be exposed to adult content if they are encourage to watch television or films, especially without their parents' supervision. They may see violent or sexual images, and then imitate these acts. It is also impossible for parents to review all the details of a show before their children watch it.

Therefore; reading to children is a better approach for early education. Not only may parents filter inappropriate information while telling stories, they can also teach their children important things, such as bravery, sympathy, patience through a good story. In addition, children may participate in storytelling activities and interact with their parents. In this way, the family bond and affection may be deepened.

In conclusion, I do agree that encouraging children to watch television and films may be beneficial, but I also believe that reading stories to children has merits that television and film cannot provide, and should not be replaced.

Excellent work, silmarillionpwx. I few instances of inconsistant wording, e.g., "TV" and "television," yet with a second language, you are writing in an excellent style, with appropriate grammar, and your thoughts are organized properly. Very good!

August 4, 2014

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