Do you think children recognize right and wrong the moment they start lying? I do it, because the moment they don't listen to you or do something wrong knowing it's wrong but they do it anyway, that's when they know right from wrong. Children ages two to thirteen are a great example. But the biggest example is teenagers. Teens do crazy things that can get them into trouble just to be cool. This is primarily why so many teenagers end up in prison. “Many adolescents steal in the presence of friends out of a desire to impress others, as adolescents who engage in the riskiest behaviors are often the most popular with their peers.” (Lisa Medoff; When Teenagers Steal). Teens misbehave just to get attention. I don't think teenagers should steal just to be popular, first it's stupid and second if they don't like you for who you are then don't be around them. This is why so many kids get into trouble, because of their peers. But what's worse is that they lie about this too. I mean, every single teenager lies, every single one of them, even when they know it could get them in a lot of trouble. They usually lie because they see their parents doing it and think they can do it too. All teenagers lie and that's because all people lie. We often do this to spare someone's feelings or to get out of trouble. But it can also harm families. “Some teens may lie more consistently, which can damage family relationships.” (Lisa Medoff; When Teenagers Lie). They also do it out of jealousy or mutual frustration. Reasons for lying can also be more practical, such as to get attention, escape punishment, or impress others. They may also lie because they may engage in activities that they feel they need to hide from their parents, especially… middle of paper… they choose to join gangs. "Although thoughts of violence may not originally drive gang joining, once in the gang an adolescent is expected to commit violent acts, such as joining gang fights and committing violent crimes (such as armed robbery )." (RSS; Juvenile gangs). Some of the reasons why teenagers join gangs is because they want to seek thrills and adventure. Perhaps also because they need protection from bullies, or a desire for prestige. Or the possibility of belonging to something. “Interestingly, few teenagers are actually forced to join gangs. Most teenagers can refuse to join a gang and not fear retaliation.” (Resource Center for the Natural Prevention of Youth Violence; Youth Gangs). This could help prevent teenagers from committing crimes. These are the reasons why I believe children know right from wrong. But the thing I don't understand is why do something wrong when you know what's right?