Thursday, 23 October 2008

The Literate Gift

One of the greatest gifts we give
Is the gift of language -
People write
and share their thoughts.
People look at things critically
Making better decisions.
People laugh and smile
As the written word makes sense.
I can't tell you
How it really happens
But when you witness it -
A great leap forward -
There are few better feelings.
Revel in the world around you
Rejoice in what it offers
But better still share it with others
Through the power of language.

My daughter has come into work early with me (she likes to do that sometimes) and she has made me a card, complete with pictures and a story. It never ceases to amaze me how well my eldest daughter is reading, writing and speaking. School has captured her imagination and through what she has learned, she has become a more confident and engaging person. It excites me to see what she will do next.

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