For this post, I'm going to combine two of the requirements: A meaningful quote and story about a child.
I was performing an end of the year screening on a four year old child that was and is incredibly gifted. Part of the screening tool asked children to identify objects and their purposes. One of the pictures showed a pencil. I asked her "What is this?" and "What do you do with it?" The appropriate answer was of course "a pencil" and "write with it." When asked what do you do with it, she replied "Your homework." I do not assign homework, so I assume she was referencing her older sister. I asked her "Oh? your homework. Do you enjoy doing homework?' She replied quickly with a resounding "Nope! But sometimes you just gotta do what you gotta do!" How remarkable is that little statement? What a great attitude to have about life at the age of four! Sometimes, life is uncomfortable, unpleasant, unrelenting, and even unbearable. We don't get to crumple into a pile and give up. Sometimes, we just gotta do what we gotta do! I can attest to the fact that this particular child never gave up on anything. She is now in 3rd grade and is honor student receiving multiple academic awards each year.
Rebecca,
ReplyDeleteI like the way you combined the quote with the story of the child and I think that also is a great quote. I think its remarkable that she is able to understand that at such a young age because even some adults are not able to grasp that concept.
She really is an amazing person. I'm so proud of her academic success and her success as a person.
ReplyDeleteRebecca what a great story to share. Yes at 4 she show she was determined and understood the concept of the pencil. Glad to hear she is still doing good in school.
ReplyDeleteWhat a fantastic story Rebecca. It is amazing how intelligent children are especially at a young age which is a great testament to how crucial early childhood education is to our youth. It is in the early years that their brains develop most rapidly so what we instill in them is vital to who and what they are and will become in the future. You are a very fine role model for this child and have done wonders to stimulate her mind through education, care and nurturing. I have had similar success teaching young children who have gone on to be successful, outstanding members of society. I am happy to hear this young girl is still doing well. You have lots to be proud of.
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