Preparing For The Next Generation

If the child lives with criticism
it learns to condemn.
If a child lives with hostility
it learns to fight.
If a child lives with ridicule
it learns to be shy.
If a child lives with shame
it learns to be guilty.
If a child lives with tolerance
it learns to be patient.
If a child lives with encouragement
it learns confidence.
If a child lives with praise
it learns to appreciate.
If a child lives with fairness
it learns justice.
If a child lives with security
it learns to have faith.
If a child lives with approval
it learns to like itself.
If a child lives with acceptance and friendship
it learns to find love in the world.