What I Learned From Children


Hey folks.  A little deviation from the normal fare today.  My good Bubba Robert Hruzek over at Middle Zone Musings does a monthly “What I learned from…” series and I thought I’d partake this month.  With a six year old daughter and exposure through my sub teaching to an entire elementary school full of children, I figure I’ve learned quite a bit.

What I Learned:

  • Nothing is sweeter than a spontaneous “I love you” from your child.
  • The best teachers of patience are children.
  • Even the most problematic children at school have their shining moments.
  • I’ve discovered I’m a great out loud reader to kids.
  • Being choosy about which battles to fight makes for a happy and calm household.
  • Structure and routine make for less harried mornings.
  • Children always seem to know much more than they are generally given credit for.
  • There’s an “e” at the end of love because no word in the English language can end with a “v”.
  • It’s the simple things that count.
  • My child’s politeness is directly related to mine.
  • Life is not fair – sometimes that’s just the way it is.
  • A kiss on a boo-boo really does make it feel better.

I’m certain this is a partial list.  It seems that Maddy teaches me something new most every day.  When I spend a day teaching the 4th graders, I suspect I’ve learned quite a bit by the time the last bell rings.

Thanks for sponsoring this exercise, Robert.  It’s nice to have the reminder.

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