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Does everyone deserve a participation trophy? Or is it time to toss them aside for good? But some people worry that giving trophies to everyone sends the wrong message.
19 lut 2018 · Some people say giving everyone a trophy encourages young people to keep playing sports even if they’re not superstars. But others say that sends the wrong message and fails to reward hard work. Two experts weigh in on whether everyone should go home with a trophy.
2 wrz 2024 · No! Kids should get awards only when they’re deserved. If everyone were to get a trophy, the kids who actually earned one won’t feel as special. Kids who finish in first place deserve to feel a sense of accomplishment. Plus, giving everyone a trophy doesn’t prepare kids for the future.
19 lut 2018 · YES. Everyone on a team should get a trophy regardless of whether the team came in first place or dead last. That’s because participation trophies help kids celebrate a time when they learned new skills, had fun with their teammates, and belonged to something bigger than themselves.
Getting trophies can encourage kids to continue playing even if they're not superstars. No kid feels overlooked. But some experts suggest that giving trophies to everyone sends the wrong message. In real life, people are not always rewarded for just showing up. A person doesn't get A's just for coming to class. A worker doesn't get a raise
Lexile Level: 470L. DRA Level: 16-18. Featured Skill: Write Opinion Pieces, Participate in Conversations. Topic: Social Studies, English Language Arts. Common Core Standards. Text-to-Speech Converter. Magazine View. Yes! Kids should get a trophy for being on the team. Art by Tom Garrett (Debate); Shutterstock.com (All Images)
19 lut 2018 · YES. Everyone on a team should get a trophy regardless of whether the team came in first or dead last. That's because participation trophies help young people celebrate a time when they learned new skills, had fun with their teammates, and belonged to something bigger than themselves.
