Bellringer 9/6/13

1.  Write a reaction to the article.

This father's reactions are way to harsh for what he was trying to accomplish with a three year old. The child should be taken and placed somewhere safe. 

2.  What do the father's action show? 
His actions show he has a sever problem with anger control and patience. 

3.  Would this have been acceptable in the 1950s?

Yes, but this is not the 1950's. This is the new age and we have other methods of teaching besides striking a child's face. I'm all for a simple punishment or spanking, but leaving marks on his face is too much.