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Should kids be able to have social media accounts?
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Selected claim, opposing its parent
It is better to connect with friends in person.
Pros
Cons
Pro claim 1, children below
It is easier to be yourself in person than it is on social media. Therefore, it is better to meet up with friends.
Pro claim 2
Chatting to friends online but not meeting up with them can make some kids feel lonely.
Con claim 1, children below
Sometimes we may be unable to visit our friends or family due to an emergency, like the COVID-19 pandemic. But we can still see and speak to them through social media.