In the short story "A Good Man is Hard to Find" by Flannery O'Connor, the kids, specifically the two children, John Wesley and June Star, want to visit the house rumored to have a secret panel. This house is said to have been owned by a wealthy plantation owner who hid his silver in the secret panel during the Civil War. The kids are excited about the idea of finding hidden treasures and insist that their family make a detour to see the house. They believe it would be an interesting and adventurous experience.
However, their grandmother opposes the idea and tries to convince them that the house doesn't exist anymore. She worries about the dangers of wandering around unfamiliar places and expresses her concerns about encountering dangerous criminals. Despite her warnings, the children continue to show their enthusiasm and desire to visit the house.
The children's interest in the secret panel and hidden treasures highlights their curiosity and thirst for excitement. It also serves as a contrast to the more serious and mature concerns of the adults in the story.