I
do not condone children gambling, placing bets with
real money, in any way. Like many things I feel
are important, I have discussed this with my daughter
many times, including the dangers of gambling (I
have been placing sporting bets since I was 12).
However, I completely separate gambling from poker,
as poker can be played without money just as well
as it can with it. In addition, poker helps children
learn many important skills. Let's take a look at
a few of the simple skills required to play poker.
Memory plays a large part in learning the rules
of the game, the ranks and suits of the cards and
the order of hands (a flush beats a straight, etc.).
The intricate strategy necessary to do well helps
develop analytical thinking abilities and playing
poker helps develop social skills. Are there other
games that can offer the same kind of skill development?
Sure there are, but we tend to play variations of
poker more than anything else, so why not let her
play too?
My colleague and I couldn't come to much of an agreement
about what was right and wrong, but he can put his
side of the story in his own column. It all comes
down to personal choice. Each person should raise
their children in the best way that they see fit.
Just don't overlook anything on the positive side
of teaching kids to play poker. Until next week,
good luck at the tables.
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