Let Children Be Children

Recently, I engaged in a conversation with a young educator that asked me, what do you think is wrong with this child?  I looked at the educator and said, "Oh, he's just sharing all of his personality with us."  We observed the child 'looking for things to do.'  I advised the educator that when a curriculum promotes positive development in young children, even children that are looking for things to do can be entertained and learn through the manipulation of the appropriate materials.  Young children just really want to explore nature, receive nurturing, and share their personality with their families and caregivers.  I encourage all educators to simply, Let Children Be Children.