You might be surprised at the things that Early Childhood teachers hear each day. Some days we are surprised, if not a little shocked about what comes out of the mouths of the little ones in our care. Obviously what they say comes from what they have heard...sometimes from mom and dad or other family members, sometimes from the TV and sometimes from their little friends in the neighborhood.
Most of us have heard the phrase, "children learn what they live", but another common saying is "children see...children do" as our staff learned in one of our recent trainings. As parents and teachers it is so important that we guard the things that come from our mouths because there are always little ears listening.
As teachers we are always so pleased and encouraged when the children learn songs about Jesus and scripture passages because that memorization helps them to "hide those words in their hearts". Ms. Jan has commented how much she enjoys it when parents come looking for her to get each weeks Bible words. The children are also thrilled at the end of the week to recite those words to her.
Since we live in the world and we are sinful people it is very difficult to refrain from being part of this world in the way we live and speak. God directs us to control our tongues so that all the words we speak give glory and honor to him. If your desire is for your child to live a life for God (and I tend to think it is since you have placed them in a Christian childcare) then remember that your responsibility is also to live a life for God in your words and actions...you are the first and best teacher that your child has.
Changing old habits is never easy, but learning to curb your tongue will not only bless your children, but will strengthen and bless you as well. God be with you in this effort!
