Letter to My Daughter

Dear Son/Daughter

compose a letter to your son or daughter that you will present to him or her on the child’s 21st birthday.

• When and why did you decide to have the child? If writing to a child that is not your own, describe why the child is important to you.
• What are the most important qualities for a parent to have, and why?
• What personal characteristics do you hope your young adult son or daughter will possess, and why?
• How did you attempt to influence the child’s physical, motor, cognitive, moral, social, personality, and sex-role development? Give specific examples in each area while detailing how each one will influence your young adult’s future actions and decision-making abilities.
• Identify cultural influences that could affect your son’s or daughter’s motivation and drive.