He was a very independent boy. ... Children today no longer need to step out of their homes to play. ... Goh Chok Tong, the Prime Minister of Singapore, once said in his speech, "Allow a child to fall and he will learn to endure pain and pick himself up again". ... When my father was a boy, he grew up in a rather stressful environment as my grandfather was very strict with the discipline of his children. ... One other positive factor is that both my grandfather and my father has a good educational background and are thus able to provide excellent atmosphere for my academic development and char...

• Word Count: 1222
• Approx Pages: 5
• Grade Level: High School

George Johnston portrays this time in his novel "My Brother Jack", through the eyes of Davy Meredith, a young boy, (who in turn is portrayed unmistakably as a young Johnston), who develops into a young man. The cultural influences of this era shaped the men that both the young boy and his older brother, Jack, developed into. ... Having this background told to us, later in the story when the Second World War is at its beginnings, we can see how Davy feels he has betrayed the culture that formed him. ... The Depression in Australia, as described by Davy, came slowly at first, but then hit with...

• Word Count: 1059
• Approx Pages: 4
• Grade Level: High School

They have been married for the last 17 years and have a 14 year old boy and a 9 year old daughter. ... For example, they make frequent visits to the doctor when their children fall ill, for immunization, minor accidents and for treatment of recurrent ailments such as influenza. ... Conversely, they do not have any sexual relationships out of wedlock. ... Strengths and Weaknesses of the Family Strengths Their strengths in the family are from the extensive background of religion and belief in Allah and the rich Muslim morals that grows their faith. ... The need to advance frequent activity leve...

• Word Count: 1148
• Approx Pages: 5
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: High School