Work In Public Schools

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At a young age we learn how to work. If it's cleaning dishes to cleaning out rooms or helping with yard work to house work.
In La Paz,Bolivia laws are being passed to allow children under the age of 10 to work. Government institutions states that the work is voluntary and not “dangerous.” The working time is setup to suit school hours. This allows kids to get a good education.

But is it really that safe? Although they say the work is not defined as dangerous,it's harmful to their health. Long school and work hours doesn't allow the proper amount of sleep. Younger children need at least 8 to 9 hours of sleep. Kids also will not get the proper diet they need. Yes,kids love eating unhealthy things like candy and chips. If they have long school

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