Debate: Should homework be abolished in elementary school?

Moderator: Good [morning/afternoon/evening], everyone! Today, we're talking about something important—
Homework. First up, let's hear why some think students should cancel homework. Affirmative side, go ahead!

Affirmative Speaker 1 (Opening): Hello, everyone! We think kids shouldn't have homework. Childhood is a time
for fun and exploring, and homework can make it hard. Imagine a kid who loves drawing but has to do homework
instead of sketching creative ideas.

Moderator: Thanks for starting us off! Now, let's hear the other side. Negative side, it's your turn.

Negative Speaker 1 (Opening): Hi, everyone! We believe homework is good for kids. It helps them practice what
they learned and be responsible. Imagine a student learning multiplication at school; homework helps them
practice more at home and get better at it.

Moderator: Great opening statements! Now, let's hear the main points. Affirmative side, what's your first reason?

Affirmative Speaker 2 (Main Argument 1): First, kids need time for other stuff. Childhood is about playing and
being with family. No homework means more time for fun activities, like joining clubs or spending time with
family. For example, a science-loving kid could do fun experiments at home.

Moderator: Excellent point! Negative side, what's your first reason?

Negative Speaker 2 (Main Argument 1): Activities are important, but homework helps kids learn and be
responsible. It's like practicing the piano to become a better musician. Homework is practice that makes their
knowledge stronger. A science project at home could be like fun practice.

Moderator: Wonderful! Affirmative side, what's your next reason?

Affirmative Speaker 3 (Main Argument 2): Second, homework can stress kids out. Elementary school is when
they start loving learning. Getting rid of homework would make learning more enjoyable without stress. Imagine
a kid who feels stressed because of too much homework.

Moderator: Nice comparison! Negative side, what's your next reason?

Negative Speaker 3 (Main Argument 2): We get it; too much stress is not good. But homework can be okay if
it's not too much. It's like having a small amount of math problems to solve at home. That way, it's not too hard
and helps them learn better.

Moderator: Great explanations! Now, let's hear the last reasons. Affirmative side, what's your next point?

Affirmative Speaker 4 (Main Argument 3): Lastly, getting rid of homework is fair for everyone. Not all kids have
help at home or the same resources. If we don't have homework, every kid, no matter their home, has the same
chance to do well in school. Imagine a student without internet or support at home.

Moderator: Super analogy! Negative side, what's your next point?

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Negative Speaker 4 (Main Argument 3): We know not everyone has the same help at home. Schools can
support students who need help. They can have programs where students can get assistance. Homework can be
a way to help everyone, not just a few. Think of it like a homework help program.

Moderator: Great perspectives! Affirmative Speaker 5, your last point.

Affirmative Speaker 5 (Main Argument 4): Homework might be helpful, but we think kids' happiness is more
important. Let's make a school where kids can enjoy learning without homework stress. Imagine if kids could
spend evenings doing things they love instead of stressing over homework.

Moderator: A focus on happiness. Negative Speaker 5, your response.

Negative Speaker 5 (Main Argument 4): We get that homework can be stressful, but it also helps kids learn
important skills. Let's find a balance between school and home to help them succeed. Imagine a student learning
to manage time better through homework.

Moderator: Fantastic arguments from both sides! Now, let's hear some quick responses. Affirmative side, any
quick thoughts?

Affirmative Speaker 1 (Rebuttal 2): Negative friends mentioned that homework helps kids learn responsibility.
While that's true, we believe that responsibility can be taught in other ways, like through classroom tasks or
projects. Let's not burden young minds with extra work outside school hours.

Moderator: Interesting! Negative side, what do you think?

Negative Speaker 1 (Rebuttal 2): Affirmative friends talked about not burdening kids with extra work. However,
homework is like a little extra practice, just like athletes practice more to get better. It's about finding the right
balance to help them grow.

Moderator: Great ideas! Affirmative side, your next thought?

Affirmative Speaker 2 (Rebuttal 3): Negative friends highlighted the importance of homework for practice. But
let's think about kids who might not have the same resources at home. Without homework, every child, no matter
their situation, has an equal chance to enjoy learning.

Moderator: Nice comparison! Negative side, your turn!

Negative Speaker 2 (Rebuttal 3): Affirmative friends mentioned equality, but schools can provide support for
those who need it. Homework is like a challenge that helps everyone grow. Let's not remove a tool that can
benefit everyone.

Moderator: Wonderful! Affirmative side, your thought?

Affirmative Speaker 3 (Rebuttal 4): Negative friends talked about the manageable amount of stress from
homework. However, even a little stress can affect a child's enjoyment of learning. Let's create a school

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environment where kids love coming to learn without added pressures.

Moderator: A great point! Negative side, your thoughts?

Negative Speaker 3 (Rebuttal 4): Affirmative friends want to reduce stress, and we understand that. But life will
have challenges, and homework is like practice for facing challenges. Let's prepare them for the future by teaching
them how to handle a bit of stress.

Moderator: Wonderful! Affirmative side, your final thought?

Affirmative Speaker 4 (Rebuttal 5): Negative friends emphasized the importance of supporting students who
need help. While that's true, not all students have the same support at home. Abolishing homework ensures that
every child, regardless of their home situation, has an equal chance.

Moderator: A great point! Negative side, your last thoughts?

Negative Speaker 4 (Rebuttal 5): Affirmative friends mentioned equality, and we agree it's crucial. However,
instead of removing homework, let's find ways to provide support for those who need it. Homework can be a
way to bring everyone together.

Moderator: Fantastic ideas from everyone! Thanks for sharing your ideas on whether homework should be
abolished in elementary school. Remember, it's okay to have different opinions, just like our favorite colors.
Have a fantastic day, everyone!