IELTS Writing Task 2: Family and children topics

Children benefit more from spending time with their grandparents than from organised after-school activities.

In many families, both parents now work full time.

Some people think that family is the most powerful influence on a child’s development. However, others say that other influences such as television, friends and celebrities have a bigger influence. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

It is important to give children the chance to act independently and make their own decisions from early age. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement

Some parents believe that studying is more important, while others think playing should take more place in children’s life.

An average child watches television for more than 20 hours a week and indulges in 7 hours of physical activity. What are the causes of it? What are the solutions to overcome the same?

Some people think parents should control what their children watch on TV, while others say children should have freedom. Discuss both and give your opinion.

Some people say that children should spend their free time on clubs and extra classes. Other, however, believe they should spend their leisure time doing activities with their families. Discuss both of these views and give your own opinion.

In some cultures, childrens are often told they can achieve anything if they try hard enough. What are the advantages and disadvantages of giving children this message?

Some people say that to benefit the development of a child, the mother and father should take parenting classes. To what extent you agree or disagree with this statement?