Parent

High school (ages 12+)
People & Society

Name:

Date:

Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/parent

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the sociological function?Primary agent of socialization, transmitting cultural norms and values
2. What is the psychological impact?Crucial for developing secure attachment, self-esteem, and emotional regulation
3. Why do parents help us learn new things?Parents teach us skills and knowledge, like reading and problem‑solving, and show us how to navigate the world. Their guidance builds confidence and curiosity.
4. How have parents’ roles changed over time?In early societies, many people helped raise children together. Later, families became more defined, and today parents can be single, same‑sex, or part of blended families, but they still love and protect us.

Socialization: The process by which individuals learn the norms, values, and behaviors of their society.
Attachment Theory: A psychological theory explaining the importance of early emotional bonds between children and caregivers.
Agent of Socialization: An individual, group, or institution that influences a person's development and social learning.