How does the Texas state government draw the line between encouraging and requiring prayer in school?
Knapp: Senate Bill 83 does not require prayer. What it requires is that one minute each school day be set aside for children to be still and silent. It is their choice and theirs alone to decide whether they will use that minute, that precious 60 seconds, to pray. CBP: Do you think that other children, whose parents have not offered them any religious training, will feel awkward during the moment of silence? Knapp: Life is full of awkward moments. Many kids feel awkward when they are called on by the teacher even when they know the answer. Many kids feel awkward in P.E. when it is their turn to bat the ball. My hope is that any awkwardness felt will lead to healthy curiosity and knowledge that the children who are praying have something they want. CBP: Do you think other kids will make fun of your daughter if she uses your book in class? Knapp: No. Rebekah and I talked about this some. She is pretty wise for her age. Her response was, Mom, kids make fun of my hair all the time. Im used
