Children Learn What They Live

If a child lives with criticism, they learn to condemn
If a child lives with hostility, they learn to fight
If a child lives with ridicule, they learn to be shy
If a child lives with shame, they learn to feel guily.

If a child lives with tolerance, they learn to be patient
If a child lives with with encouragement, they learn confidence
If a child lives with praise, they learn to appreciate
If a child lives with fairness, they learn justice.

If a child lives with security, they learn to have faith
If a child lives with approval, they learn to like themselves
If a child lives with trust, they learn to be honest.
If a child lives with acceptance and friendship, they learn to find love in the world.


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This poem is dedicated to all the parents out there.