If 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 honesty. . .
. . . he learns what truth is.

If a child lives with tolerance. . .
. . . he learns to be patient.

If a child lives with encouragement. . .
. . . he learns to be confident.

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.