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A global survey has asked 6,204 children 47 countries the world about their hopes, dreams and fears. The worldwide "Small Voices, Big Dreams" report is the children's charity ChildFund. It asked ten- twelve-year-olds six questions about the world and their future. It discovered that education, food and the environment are their biggest worries. A ChildFund spokesman said: "We're always surprised…to see how much [importance] children…put education." He added that he was pleased children saw the link education and a better future: "It shows the depth maturity of children, who clearly understand the connection education and changing their worlds the better."

The children were asked the question: "If you were president or leader your country, what would you do to improve the lives children your country?" Most said they would focus education. The children also answered the question "What are you most afraid ?" Over 25 per cent kids in developing countries said their greatest fear was dangerous animals and insects. The environment was also a big concern the children. The report says: " the world, nearly half children said they would either plant more trees, build additional green spaces or decrease littering to help improve the planet." Regarding future careers, almost 20 per cent children want to be a professional athlete when they grow .