Children Quote by William V. Shannon
“Parents who do not persevere in rearing their children according to their own convictions are not leaving them 'free' to develop on their own. Instead, they are letting other children and the media, principally television and the movies, do the job.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: "The Role of Parents in Media Influence", 1965
Parents who abandon their own values let media shape their children, limiting true independence.
In simple terms: Parents must guide, not outsource, child development.
Key Takeaway
Maintain active parental involvement.
Themes
parenting
media influence
independence
Mood
concerned
reflective
Type
advisory
philosophical
When to use this quote
- family decisions
- media consumption
- education
- child development
Key Concepts
socialization
cultural transmission
Questions to Reflect On
- How can parents balance guidance with freedom?
- What media literacy skills are essential?
A Different Perspective
Children may still be swayed by peers despite parental effort.
