Many people treat kids like inferior beings, using "cute" voice, not giving them a chance to say their word, make a decision and such. Do you think such behavior might bring harm to the development of their personality, and they should be instead treated like adults, but just less experienced, so with understanding and patience?
I think Children should be treated as individuals with immense potential to great good or harm. We should love them, never physically harm them, teach them to respect themselves and others. Then we may let them go and find their own way.