A Child
If a 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 encouragement
He learns confidence,
If a Child lives with tolerance
He learns patience,
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 acceptance and friendship
He learns to find love in the world
Mandy
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