Like a Child Again

I taught YMCA Preschool for 13 years.   (1998-2011)

Green eggs and Ham

Preschool teaching was a chance to think like a child again,

To influence the minds of little ones, as they just begin,

To make them excited about learning,

To encourage them to make friends and be discerning,

To lay the foundation for academic success,

To help them want to do their best,

Preschoolers are like sponges soaking up the world,

Like folded-up flags being unfurled,

They need direction, structure, time and care,

To be heard, to be comforted, and to be self-aware,

To learn to share, to learn to wait,

To learn to trust and communicate,

It was a big responsibility, but a joy in every way,

It was also a privilege that I was thankful for every day,

I was teaching honesty, helpfulness, kindness and cooperation,

Healthy habits, manners, discipline, and determination,

Making it fun for them was a first priority,

Causing smiles and laughter, with authority,

Based on the book by Dr. Seuss, I prepared a dish called “Green Eggs and Ham”,

This special treat was always a surprise for them,

Some students turned up their noses and refused it right away,

Other students were adventurous and tried it without delay,

You may want to try it for yourself someday,

Tammy Harvey   written:  6/24/2020