Super Heroes Culture -It's Impact on the Kids' Behavior at Home and in the School Zone

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

A new study reveals that preschoolers do not admire fictional characters for their bravery, but instead, favor their violent skills. Researchers found that this age group fails to pick up on the moral message in programs and can only comprehend aggressive themes. Researchers discovered that children who engage in the superhero culture are not more likely to defend other children who are bullied and are not likely to be pro social. The existing condition considering the influence of social media inspired the researchers to conduct an action research in their school.

METHODS

The thirteen (13) respondents came from different grade levels. They were teachers' children with favorite superheroes. Their attitude /behavior in the classroom and at home were observed. The qualitative research design was chosen by the researchers. The descriptive research design was also considered. They were interviewed and questioned online through the help of their parent-teachers. Using the survey, interviews and questionnaires were prepared. Table and graph were also utilized for easy data interpretation or analysis.

RESULTS

There are respondents who idolize superheroes because of their super power and super strength. This quality gains 54%. Those who believe that superheroes are the champions of the poor/masses, this quality has 23%. Others admire the beauty or good-looking appearances ofthe superheroes/super heroines with 15%. Super speed has the least percentage, 8%.

DISCUSSIONS

The kids' imaginations run wild, therefore, parents need to pull the reigns and teach their children what is right in situations that involve the superheroes they idolize. Children's outlook in life must not be affected by the fantasy world the superheroes offer therefore parents should be vigilant at all times. Children should be taught to differentiate reality from fantasy to avoid confusion in life. Superheroes culture should be looked into as a culture of optimism and success for children influenced by these heroes. There are respondents who exhibit some behavior of the Superheroes. There are those who are not affected. Some show ordinary forms of behavior which are the same at home and in the school. Other action research focus on kids in general but this study concentrates on teachers' children, more interesting research. More appropriate interventions are recommended.