What can we do that is special
For the children we teach today?
Provide them with opportunities
and lots of time for play.
For play time is true learning time,
with all our senses keen
to everything around us that
is tasted, touched, or seen
Working with peg boards, stringing beads,
Parents — see the light!
Your child is using his fingertips
And soon he’ll be able to write.
It’s time for snack already?
Our day has just begun.
When Michael passes napkins,
He’s learning one to one.
Running hopping, jumping —
We do it everyday.
We’re developing large muscles
so vital in every way.
Eli’s rocking a baby,
Kiana’s hammering nails.
They’re both preparing for future lives —
whatever will prevail.
So, parents, when our use of play
causes you concern,
We’re building skills and relationships
While your child is learning to learn …
And having fun doing it!