English 9

must be the number one student in every subject except P.E. and Drama
have to play the piano or violin only and mustn’t play any other instrument.
need to show respect for them.
are not allowed to play computer games or watch TV.

Helicopter parents

must call them regularly when they are not at home.

can’t do anything dangerous.

need to find their own strengths and weaknesses.

aren’t allowed to discuss their problems and worries with them.

Hipster parents

can call them by their first names instead of ‘Mum’ and ‘Dad’.

are allowed to do more or less whatever they want.

don’t have to be top of the class.

don’t have to follow many rules – they can usually make their own decisions.