4.28.2016

It's time for "The Talk"

TED
Julia Sweeney: It's time for "The Talk"
Impression
This is the story when the speaker was asked some questions by her kid about reproduction but it's funny. If all parernts can answer like her, I think that many family's problems might be solved. 
What they talked about was not only reproduction but also adoption.
I felt culture shock after I read this article, because I think that no one will talk about those things like her in Japan, and Japanese adults won't talk about that.
It's wonderful to be able to talk about something like that.
◆Viewpoints&Discussion
1.Do you remember when you were young, how did your parents teach you about human reproduction? What were some metaphors they used about the whole process?
Yes, I do. they didn't explain. and said to me, "If you are much older, you'll understand naturally. If no one tells you that, you'll be able to know."  I only said, "I see."
The metaphor is that animals don't have the words but they can lay eggs naturally. Human is the same. If no one tells you, you'll be able to know it.
2.If you will have a child asking you questions about reproduction, how will you explain it to them in a way that a child can understand?
I don't have ideas. However, I don't want to do something my parents did. It's irresponsible. If I will have a child, I think that I have to tell them having children are essential.
3.Why is it important for parents to educate their child about reproduction?
We have to avoid an unwanted pregnancy or some disease.
Words in this story
hat on / perform or put on a play.
adopted / legally take another's child and bring it up as one's own.

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