An eight-year-old boyâs parents are concerned about the violent games enjoyed by their sonâs friend, who often invites their son over. They donât want to nix the friendship, ban gaming during visits or question the other parents. What to do?
The Chicago Tribuneâs advice columnist had the following advice on Sunday:
Sooner or later, raising your kid the way you believe is right means youâll have to risk stepping on some toes. You could have your son bring over an enticing new, non-violent video game. You could call over and say that your Matthew has already used his video game time for the week.
But itâs also perfectly reasonable to tell your friends, âIâm sorry, but would you mind if Matthew and Timmy played only racing games?â Itâs not as implicitly judgmental as laying out your whole parenting philosophy, and if they are your friends, theyâll take the hint. The very best option, of course, involves the yard, sporting implements and muddy knees.
Sound advice, parents?
Can I kill games, save friendship? [Chicago Tribune]
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