Question

The pie-chart given below shows the changing trends in the recreational activities of children of two different generations. You are disturbed at very little importance being given to book reading, followed by sports and games which are mostly indoors resulting in poor health and stamina. You decide to write a letter to the editor of ‘The Herald Tribune’, New Delhi on this issue, suggesting ways and means to improve the condition. Sign yourself as Malavika/Manas, a Health Specialist from New Delhi and write a letter in about 120 words.

Answer 1

Deptt. of Health Care 

New Delhi 

14th April 20×× 

The Editor 

The Herald Tribune 

New Delhi 

Subject : Changing Trend in Children’s Activities 

Sir 

Through the columns of your esteemed newspaper, I wish to draw the attention of the public towards the changing trends in the recreational activities of children in modern times. It is shocking to know that present day children don’t want to spend their leisure hours in book-reading, sports and games or any other outdoor activities as was done in the years from 1960-1980. Rather, modern day juveniles are more interested in indoor activities. Only 10% of them are interested in book reading whereas, 60% can be seen busy with gadgets. This is not a positive trend. It is leading our children towards poor health and stamina. 

In my opinion, children should be made to understand the importance of reading books and this can be done at the school level as well as by parental interference. The advantages of outdoor games must be stressed upon. They must realise that outdoor games impart to them the value of discipline as well as team spirit. Parents should not provide them with electronic gadgets at an early stage. 

I hope this letter of mine will spread awareness among children as well as parents and that the recreational activities of children will again get channelized in a positive way. 

Thanking you 

Yours sincerely 

Malavika (Health Specialist)