Go Local with a Being Savvy City Blog
July 2008
Theme: “Escapes, Real and Imagined”
Wise Words from Robert Louis Stevenson
No need for plane tickets -- here's how to visit foreign lands by climbing up a tree.
Who should climb but little me?
I held the trunk with both my hands
And looked abroad in foreign lands.
I saw the next door garden lie,
Adorned with flowers, before my eye,
And many pleasant places more
That I had never seen before.
I saw the dimpling river pass
And be the sky's blue looking-glass;
The dusty roads go up and down
With people tramping in to town.
If I could find a higher tree
Farther and farther I should see,
To where the grown-up river slips
Into the sea among the ships,
To where the road on either hand
Lead onward into fairy land,
Where all the children dine at five,
And all the playthings come alive.
From A Child's Garden of Verses
Comments
beancuso said:
A beautiful poem! Thanks for sharing. Nothing like adventurous and imaginitive children to take you back to your own fond childhood memories.
JenniferS said:
I have fond memories of climbing trees at my grandparent's house in Missouri. It felt like my own little world. I had forgotten about that tree-climbing feeling until my 4-year old found a little tree to climb on our walks through the neighborhood. He is only about 3 feet off the ground, but it is such a thrill for him. It is amazing how such a small change to our environment can give such a different perspective...especially for a child.
Already a Member? Please Log In
Before we can add your comments, you must be logged in.
Not a Savvy Parent Yet?
We would love for you to join The Savvy Source community.
By joining you can bookmark your favorite preschools as well as review and comment on schools. You will also receive our newsletters chock full of expert tips on educational toys, tools and books to help your toddler and preschooler flourish.
Note that we respect your privacy and do not share any information with third parties.
about the savvy
source for parents
The savviest ideas and inspiration on how best to help our children learn and grow.
 |
 |
| Preschools | Activities |
Advertisement
Humming? Strumming? What is your child doing musically?
- 51% of 3 year olds can clap to a given rhythm
- 18% of 2 year olds can sing basic repetitive songs
- 36% of 4 year olds can shake maracas to a beat
Find out more about what your child can do!
Review Your Preschool
Join the hundreds of parents helping other parents find the right preschool for their child.
View Preschools and Daycare Centers in Other Cities
View preschools and daycare centers in other cities