The Value of Play

You say that you love your children,

And are concerned that they learn today?

So are we - That's why we're providing

A variety of kinds of play.

You are asking what's the value

Of having your children play?

Your daughter's creating a tower,

She may be a builder someday.

You're asking me the value

of blocks and sand and clay?

Your children are solving problems,

They will use that skill every day.

You're saying that you don't want your son

To play in that sissy way.

He's learning to cuddle a doll,

He may be a father someday.

You're questioning the learning centers,

They just look like useless play.

Your children are making choices,

They'll be on their own someday.

You're worried your children aren't learning

And later they'll have to pay.

They are learning a pattern for learning,

For they'll be learners always!

~by Laurie Monopoli~