"Children are like wet cement. Whatever falls on them makes an impression." Dr. Haim Ginott
As a teacher I take this quote very seriously. I work with a group of kids who don't have much and when they come to me they only know what they have seen and heard at home. Most of the time its not good. These babies really are like wet cement. They watch and listen to evrything around them and thats what they learn. When they are in my class, I do my best to make the best impression I can.
I love your quote, because it stands true. It is indeed learned behavior from begining of birth. Children learn if they cry the parent will come to their aid and so on. This is why it is so important that the adults in the child's life be positive role models.
ReplyDeleteYour reaction to this quote shows that you are definitely a world class plasterer!
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ReplyDeleteI never really thought of myself that way, but now that you say it, it rings true.