I Really Need To Know I Learned In Kindergarten By Robert Fulghum

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Many view childhood and adulthood as drastically different phases of life. Problems we faced during childhood seem trivial in comparison to the obstacles we face as we age. Our black and white childhood perspectives shift into less clear gray areas filled with complexity. However, in Robert Fulghum’s book All I Really Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten, he explains that the two share a basic commonality. The simple lessons we learn in kindergarten are integral aspects of adult life, as we are taught to put things back where we found them, to play and work some everyday, and to hold hands and stick together.

As kindergarteners, we are taught the simple act of putting things back where we found them, instilling in us the fundamentals of respect, responsibility, and integrity. Adult life requires adherence to the aforementioned lesson. For example, by simply replacing borrowed items in the workplace or returning favors from friends, you display respect towards those around you, allowing you to strengthen your relationships with others. This idea is also applicable to how we regard our environment. By recycling what we take from the earth, we contribute to a green way of life and assist in ending the ever-growing threat of planetary devastation caused by human pollution. …show more content…

Playing and working some everyday is not exclusive to children. As we get older, we sometimes forget to allow ourselves time outside of work and education. Life is meant to be enjoyed, and while working is an important aspect of our daily lives, we should place importance upon play and relaxation. Some devote their entire adult lives to work, but this can be detrimental not only to our health, but to who we are as

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