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What a Child Learns

If a child lives with criticism,
she learns to condemn.

If a child lives with hostility,
he learns to fight.

If a child lives with ridicule,
he learns to be shy.

If a child lives with shame,
he learns to feel guilty.

If a child lives with tolerance,
he learns to be patient.

If a child lives with encouragement,
he learns confidence.

If a child lives with praise,
he learns to appreciate.

If a child lives with fairness,
he learns justice.

If a child lives with security,
he learns to have faith.

If a child lives with approval,
he learns to like himself.

If a child lives with acceptance and friendship,
He learns to find love in the world.

(Author Unknown)


I tried to teach my child with books,
She gave me only dirty looks.
I tried to teach my child with words,
they passed her by oft unheard.
Despairingly I turned aside,
"How shall I teach this child?"
Into my hands she put the key,
"Come", she said, "Play with me."

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