In honor of the late, great Dr. Seuss (a.k.a. Theodore Geisel) on the eve of his birthday, I would like to thank him and his contributions to the world of early childhood education. While his life was much like that of many of our own, he always felt the need to recognize and act upon global injustices usually through his unique cartoons. Eventually in a moment of financial need, he was asked to accomplish a seemingly impossible task--to use only 225 words to create a book that would be more intriguing and entertaining to children than TV. By utilizing his passion, his odd-looking characters, and simplicity that reached right into the childhood mind, his series of books that we have grown up with and loved began. He has been replicated, translated, and enjoyed all over the world, as his seemingly simple text continues to influence the realm of early childhood education in a very important and meaningful way.
What I have learned from Dr. Seuss's story is to never lose your passion. Life can throw some incredible curve balls, but as long as you can hold on to your roots and dreams, what seems insurmountable can indeed become a very attainable reality.
I would like to take this moment to thank all of you, as well, as you are becoming part of my journey. We learn together, share in struggle, and keep our heads up with our eyes on a more positive future. Good luck to all of you as your own journeys continue! Here are some more sources of inspiration to keep you going.
Thank you for your many insightful views and perspective on early child development. This was a wonderful eight weeks and I appreciate your colorful talents of making many of your thoughts come to life. Continue to be extremely creative and scholarly.!
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ReplyDeleteFirst and far most I want to tell you how much I've enjoyed reading your blog. I too, loved Dr. Seuss books. I have a few of his books in my library and the kids love looking at his creative colorful pictures as I read the stories to them.