CHILDHOOD

1.Some people say that childhood is the best time of your life.However,being a child has both advantages and disadvantages.

2.One advantage is that,you have very few responsibilities.For instance you don't have to go work,pay bills,or do the shopping,cooking, or cleaning.This means you have plenty of free time to do whatever you want - watch TV; play on the computer; go out with friends; play sports,or pursue other hobbies.Moreover,public transport,cinema,and sports centres cost much less for children.All things considered,being a child is an exciting,action-packed time in life.

3.However,for every plus there is a minus.One disadvantage is that you have to spend all day,Monday to Friday, at school.Studying usually means you have to do homework,and you have to take exams.Another point is that you may have a lot of free time,but you are rarely allowed to do whatever you want.You usually have to ask your parents if you can do things,from going shopping in town to staying out late or going to a party.Finally although there are often cheaper prices for children,things are still expensive and parents are not always generous with pocket money.There's never enough to do everything you want.In fact sometimes there's not enough to do anything at all !

4.In conclusion although some people see childhood as the best time in life,In my opinion children have no real choice,independence all bring responsibilities and restrictions - which increase with age.