Children should be a part of the conversation and need to learn the principles of the constitution, guns and debate. It a very empowering experience. Being properly informed and being a part of the family activities is a big part in creating character and a good thought process. They need to understand the responsibility that will be passed to them one day and if they are not a part of it or left out, they will have very little interest. Many of the soldiers who fought for this country in the first place were children. I guess many in history try to ignore that. We have allowed our children to watch these debates, protests (both sides) and they have been able to see with their own eyes dishonesty and honesty and how responsible our side has been with the whole debate. So I would say yes, it builds confidence and shows them there is nothing to fear from the big bad gun owners.