As a divided nation endures violence, protests and crackdowns on freedom of expression, there could not be a more important time to teach young children about the importance of freedom of speech. The First Amendment to the Constitution provides for freedom of speech, freedom of the press, freedom of religion and freedom to protest. Debates about free speech are evolving on social media, on college campuses and in government actions. There could not be a more important time to teach young children about freedom of speech. It is crucial that they begin to learn the value of free speech and the power of using your voice from an early age.

Source: Forbes September 14, 2020 14:37 UTC