Children Learn What They Live

Really lovely poem, I got given it on a laminated piece of card whilst doing a Family Links course. I have no idea who the author is. Found that card whilst clearing out some old junk earlier, thought I'd share it:

Children Learn What They Live.

If a child lives with criticism,

He 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 jealously,

He learns to feel guilty.

If a child lives with tolerance,

He learns to be patient.

If a child lives with encouragement,

He learns to appreciate.

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 life in the world.