Nursery World - To The Point - How can we let go?

The recent terrible events in Machynlleth force those of us who call for a more balanced approach to risk in childhood to take stock.

How can we reconcile our views with the searing reality of such an apparently senseless act?

Of course, we need to remind ourselves that such incidents are incredibly rare. Yet to quote statistics feels inadequate, if well-intentioned. But it also seems wrong to simply allow our emotional responses to overwhelm us, and leave no room for reason.

If we are to come to terms with raw tragedy, we need to understand just why we can feel so helpless in the face of it. We need to start with the question that so often leaves us floundering: 'how would you feel if it were your child'?

Register now to continue reading

Thank you for visiting Nursery World and making use of our archive of more than 35,000 expert features, subject guides, case studies and policy updates. Why not register today and enjoy the following great benefits:

What's included