Vodrazka 1

Maren Vodrazka
Ms. Jizi
UWRT 1104
10/19/17
Prewriting: Annotated Bibliography (Prior Beliefs & Assumptions)*
*Originally a freewrite from class

I believe that parents have the biggest influence on a childs life. They are a primary

source of association and attitudes and reactions shape their children. I think that if the parents

are criminals, the children are probably far more likely to be as well. The same goes for gang

activity. I believe that specifically implemented programs can greatly reduce crime involvement

of at-risk teens. I want to believe that with these programs, a child who lives in a low-income

home does not necessarily have to lead a life of crime. I want to think that the stereotype can be

broken. A common misconception is that if you are raised with criminals, you will become one.

However, with community involvement and successful after-school programs, anyone could be

prosperous and happy. I assume that there are some impoverished and affected areas around me,

so before I begin my research I would want to check those out for reference.

Questions About My Topic

1. How does leading a life of crime at a young age affect a childs ability to form

relationships?

2. What are the most affected and crime-ridden areas of NC? The US?

3. What are schools doing to reduce this problem?

4. What is local law enforcement doing to help?

5. What effect can foster parents offer in the life of an at-risk juvenile offender?