Teenagers have been in the news for attempting some daunting feats in the past few months. A 13-year-old became the youngest person to summit Mt. Everest. Abby Sunderland, at age 16, almost became the youngest person to sail around the world. Their activities have sparked a “how young is too young” debate.
“Taking appropriate risks can teach valuable life lessons such as self-reliance and character building. Living in a bubble-wrapped world makes for a safe, but boring existence. But where to draw the line between adventure and folly cannot be determined with the precision of a law or book on parenting. It’s a decision best left to families who know their children best.” [Source: The Starr Press (IN)]
Most teens aren’t emotionally or mentally ready to summit Mt. Everest, or sail around the world. But they may be ready to take on more responsibility than adults realize.
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Posted By: Aspen Education Group