Children Throughout History:European vs. Aboriginal
Children have always been a part of our life and our heritage. The treatment of them however varies through time. Native Canadians treated their children with respect and encouragement, while the Europeans who immigrate to Canada treated their children as small adults, and believed in harsh punishment and not becoming too attached.From 500-1400’s children were treated as miniature adults, being property of the family, especially the father. They could be sold, beaten, neglected, and abused consistently and it was seen as acceptable. Childhood was recognised as a period of life, however children were not allowed to enjoy or indulge in it. The emotion ties of the family were weak. Most children were expected to learn the family trade or for females become a housewife. Males of w
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