If a child lives with criticism
She learns to condemn
If a child lives with hostility
She learns to fight
If a child lives with ridicule
She learns to be shy
If a child lives with shame
She learns to be guilty

If a child lives with tolerance
She learns to be patient
If a child lives with encouragement
She learns confidence
If a child lives with praise
She learns to appreciate
If a child lives with fairness
She learns justice
If a child lives with security
She learns to have faith
If a child lives with approval
She learns to like herself
if a child lives with acceptance
and friendship
She learns to find love in the world