Elders are people who are older than you. They can be even your older brothers and sisters. Young boys and girls who are growing up in modern society need to learn to respect and care for the elders. There are many reasons for that.
When we look around our environment we see factories and buildings. Whom do we think it is constructed for? It is for the elders.
We see huge old trees that give us shade. Who planted them? Our elders. Take a look at our museums filled with memories of our history. Who created them? Our ancestors. When we enjoy various facilities and all the comforts don’t you think we should thank our elders?
We often see young boys teasing and laughing at old people on the roads. It is not right to do it. Instead of hurting their feelings like that there are many things which we can do for them. We can make them happy by giving them gifts. Most importantly the respect they deserve.
All of us will become older. Even you will one day feel the same if a person younger than you doesn’t give you the proper respect. So, let us make this world a better place for all our elders by respecting and caring for them.
Aishath Dhana Ibrahim,
Grade 8 B,
Hejaaz International School,
Dehiwela.