Children Learn What They Live If a child lives with criticism He learns to condemn If a child lives with hostilityHe learns to fight If a child lives with ridiculeHe learns to be shy If a child lives with shameHe 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