👧👦 Talk Boosters – Topic 10: “Is it every child's duty to respect their elders?”

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31 May, 2025

👧👦 Talk Booster Topic – Day 10:

“Is it every child's duty to respect their elders?”

i. General Instructions:

Introduce the topic warmly, as it relates to values children grow up with at home and school.
Ask each student to speak for 1–2 minutes sharing what they think about this idea.
Encourage students to explain why they agree or disagree.
Help them use opinion phrases and reasons in simple, natural English.
Gently correct grammar or unclear expressions as they speak.
Create a safe, encouraging space for sharing views—even if opinions differ.

ii. Topic Instructions:

Ask students to talk about:

What does “respecting elders” mean to you?
Why do people say it is a child’s duty to respect elders?
Do you always agree with elders? What do you do if you don’t?
Should elders also respect children? Why or why not?
Can a child be respectful while still asking questions?
Is it okay to correct an elder politely if they are wrong?
How do you show respect to elders in your home or school?
Have you ever felt hurt by an elder? How did you react?
Do you think respect should be given only based on age?
Should respect be mutual between all age groups?

🌟 Encourage Phrases Like:

👉 I think children should respect elders because...
👉 In my opinion, respect should go both ways...
👉 Sometimes I find it hard to agree with elders, but I try to be polite...
👉 I show respect to my grandparents by...
👉 It is important to listen, but also speak up kindly if needed...

💬 Useful Words & Phrases:

respect, elders, duty, obey, kindness, listening, caring, understanding, culture, grandparents, teachers, opinion, polite, mutual, values, disagreement, feelings

🗣️ Example Starter:

"I believe children should respect their elders because they have more experience and care for us. In my home, we greet our elders, listen to them, and help them. But I also think elders should respect children too. If we treat each other kindly, we can understand each other better. Even if we disagree, we can still speak with respect."

🌈 Follow-up Questions:

1️⃣ What does respect mean to you?
2️⃣ How do you show respect to elders at home?
3️⃣ Do you think elders are always right?
4️⃣ What do you do if an elder is unfair?
5️⃣ Is it possible to respect someone and still disagree?
6️⃣ Should elders listen to children’s opinions too?
7️⃣ Who is one elder you truly respect and why?
8️⃣ Can children lose respect for elders? When does that happen?
9️⃣ Do you think younger and older people should learn from each other?
🔟 How can we build mutual respect between generations?

SAMPLE 1/1

“ Hello everyone,

Today, I’m going to speak about a value that many of us grow up hearing — “Is it every child's duty to respect their elders?”

In many cultures, especially in India, respecting elders is seen as a basic rule of good behaviour. We are taught to greet them, listen to their advice, and care for them. This is because elders have lived longer and have more experience. They have faced many challenges and learned many life lessons that we can learn from too.

But is it a child’s duty to respect them? I believe yes — but with understanding. Respect should come from the heart, not just because someone is older. It’s not about obeying everything blindly, but about being kind, polite, and willing to listen. Even when we disagree, we can do it respectfully.

At home, I respect my grandparents by helping them, talking to them patiently, and asking them how they feel. At school, I respect my teachers by listening in class and following their instructions. These small actions build good relationships and show that we care.

But I also feel that respect should go both ways. Elders must respect children too. If we feel heard and understood, we will naturally return that respect. Mutual respect brings trust and peace in every relationship.

In the end, I believe it is a child’s duty to respect elders — but it should come with love, understanding, and kindness, not fear or pressure. That’s the true meaning of respect.

Thank you. ”

SAMPLE 2/2

“ Hello everyone,

Today, I want to talk about a very important topic — “Is it every child’s duty to respect their elders?”

I think yes, we should respect our elders. They are older than us and know many things. My grandparents always tell me stories and teach me good habits. I listen to them and help them whenever I can.

At home, I say “Good morning” to my parents and grandparents. I never shout at them. When my teacher speaks, I stay quiet and listen. These are all ways to show respect.

But sometimes, elders also need to listen to children. We feel happy when they talk to us kindly. Respect should be for everyone – not just for older people.

So yes, I believe children must respect elders — by being kind, helping them, and listening to them. And I hope elders also respect us back.

Thank you. ”