From 'He helps' to 'He goes on the computer': Kids’ take on their dads’ jobs goes viral

In the world of children, the responsibilities of grown-ups may seem very different from the real world, and it is precisely this innocence that makes the parenting moment all the more special. A heartwarming Instagram reel, which has recently gone viral on social media, beautifully depicts the difference between the real world and the world of children. In the cute video, children are asked a question: “What does your dad do at work?” The answer, full of innocence, has won the hearts of the internet. Though the dads of the children are engineers, scientists, designers, and problem solvers, the children have a very simple idea of what they actually do. The wholesome video has won the hearts of all the parents on the internet, as it has beautifully portrayed the idea that no matter what the dads are doing, they are simply ‘Dad’ to the children. Let’s take a closer look at the sweet answers of the children.

"He just makes snacks”

The first comment in the video is given by a child, who confidently states, “My dad, he just makes snacks.” The comment right at the beginning of the video creates a funny and light-hearted mood for the entire video. The comment makes the viewer laugh and enjoy the innocent perspective of children about their parents. What matters most to children is not what their father does or his professional activities, but the little things he does. A father who makes snacks, shares, and works in the kitchen becomes a hero for his children. The comment also shows children’s focus on the little things their parents do, unlike the professional activities and office works their parents do. Although the father may be a prominent figure in society, to his child, he is only the man who makes his child’s day with his snacking activities.




“Um… I don’t know”

The next comment in the video is given by another child, who after some contemplation states, “Um… I don’t know.” The comment is funny and touching for many parents watching the video. Children do not know much about their parents’ professional activities, and this is completely normal. Children’s world is only about their school, play, and family time, not about their parents’ office activities and professional responsibilities. What matters most to children is the time their parents spend with them after office hours. The comment also shows the innocence and simplicity of children, as they do not need to know much about anything. What matters most to the child is not the professional activities of his or her father, but the presence and comfort provided by his or her father.

“He goes on the computer”

In the case of one child, the description of the dad’s work is remarkably accurate, yet simplistic: “He goes on the computer.” In the digital age, many children equate work with computers, laptop work, computer screens, and typing. So, when they see their parents working on the computer for long hours, it becomes, from the child’s perspective, the meaning of work. Of course, as adults, we know it means emails, meetings, planning, decision-making, and all the other aspects of work. To children, all they see is the tip of the iceberg. The statement encapsulates the way children interpret work. To children, the computer represents the fact that the dad is working on something very important.

Here’s the video:



“He helps”

Perhaps one of the most touching answers given in the video is the one given by a child who answered, “He helps.” Though the answer may seem vague, it is a very touching answer given the way children look at their dads. Most children look upon their dads as the problem-solver who helps them solve many of the problems they encounter. It may be the dad helping the child fix a toy, helping the child with homework, or even helping the child feel better on a bad day. Whatever it is, it is the way the dad helps the child that defines what the dad does. The answer given by the child, “He helps,” is a very touching answer given the way children look upon their dads. It is the dad who is always there to help the child make things a little easier.

What dads actually do

After seeing the adorable answers given by the children, the video proceeds to reveal what the dads really do. It turns out that the dads are engineers, scientists, designers, and problem-solvers. These dads have very demanding jobs and responsibilities that affect the world we live in. Their work requires a lot of thinking and a lot of dedication. However, to the children, the dads are the dads who leave for work every morning and come back every night. They are the dads who seem to know how to fix almost everything. This touching difference between the two worlds is what touches the heart and makes the video very touching.