Think of the consequences in a collision involving a car equipped with air bags and a child seated in front of the driver. Think hard, think again, think safety. Life is precious. Needless to say, the writer is one of them. This problem is repeated year after year and undoubtedly causes much inconvenience to the parents.
Parents have to run from store to store, usually without success in getting the books.
This is most frustrating. This writer suggests that the schools conjunction with the authorities or textbook suppliers, to ensure that the books are sufficient. These are the only parties who know exactly, or should know that the syllabus is in advance and therefore the books required. Ideally, the schools concerned should act as the sole supplier for the students. I think all parents will agree to that, considering that the service is provided and the inconvenience can be avoided.