They'll Teach You a Lesson

About the Book

You all know these kids one who won’t eat; the one who spends an hour picking out barrettes; the one who makes up stories; the one you want to take home with you; the one who is poor in money but rich in life;;the one who surpasses everyone’s expectations; the one who challenges your patience; the one who makes you choose your battles; the one who marches to the beat of a different drummer; the one who verifies your purpose on this planet. These children, and more, are depicted in this heartwarming, inspirational, amusing, educational book. This has been called a "unique parenting book although that is not what it is intended to be. But it is a must for parents, teacher and all who enjoy learning about human development. The reader will be immersed in the importance of planting seeds in children. As well as delight in reading about the child who came into the classroom and upset the apple cart. From tender to no-nonsense, this book reveals lessons adults can learn when working with children; from finding appreciation in one’s weathered hands, to understanding the impact one’s words and actions can have on a developing mind. From children, we can learn to appreciate the simple things in life and that money does not buy happiness. We learn to appreciate the uniqueness of each and every personality, and not take anyone for granted. The author generates genuine emotion from the reader as the children come to life in the pages of this book. The chapters are short, but the lessons will stay with you long after the last page is turned

About the Author

MaryAnn Aikins-Rager has a degree in Pedology, which is the study of children. She has continued her studies through classes at Indiana University of Pennsylvania and Mt. Aloysius College. She has also logged endless hours of workshops and self study in her pursuit toward self-awareness and self-improvement.

She has written many other heartwarming stories, one of which was published in the Small Town Life Magazine. When she is not writing, she is teaching and learning from children in a preschool in rural Pennsylvania. She has worked, in one capacity or another, with children for over 25 years.

MaryAnn also enjoys sharing her experiences through public speaking. You may contact her at: uranaturalwoman@yahoo.com to schedule her to speak at your next event.

She has had the privilege of holding positions which has enabled her to mentor teachers and parents both professionally and personally.

Her skills, talents, experiences and knowledge continue to be highly respected and sought by colleagues and parents.