tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32903774.post1023342934666419491..comments2023-06-05T06:06:18.585-07:00Comments on Whistling in the Dark: Children in Japan: Have They Ever Had Fun?Rachel Helpshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01014437332813141047noreply@blogger.comBlogger2125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32903774.post-53508915999376865072011-08-23T13:58:43.088-07:002011-08-23T13:58:43.088-07:00Wow, this was really interesting! I think we coul...Wow, this was really interesting! I think we could learn a lot from some of the Japanese methods, like emphasizing getting along with others and group behavior, and not expecting too much of little kids. <br /><br />I know I am a lot more indulgent with Sapphire, and I feel it has been much better for her. <br /><br />I wonder how the children's books that are available in each language also serve to reinforce these social ideals? I think cross-cultural childrearing practices are fascinating!Andrea Landakerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14562563611657483918noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32903774.post-14311589751666414082011-08-22T09:55:03.572-07:002011-08-22T09:55:03.572-07:00Interesting. We must talk about this some time. I...Interesting. We must talk about this some time. I found that coming to America there was this huge emphasis (especially in high school) on grades. I found myself battling to give my children time to play and just be kids.lisalouhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06354785650388953758noreply@blogger.com