Introduction

This poem reminds me of a motto. Share with children your personal motto. Explain to children the importance of a motto.

I Can

A I can

B Be anything

A I can

B Do anything

A I can

B Think anything

A Big

B Or tall

A High or low

B Wide or narrow

A Fast or slow

B Because I can

G And I want to!

                                                                   Mari Evans

Extension

Have children create their own mottos!   Help them locate sources or allow them to make up original mottos. Provide them with banner sized paper. Encourage children to boldly write their mottos on the paper and decorate as they wish. Instruct them to hang their mottos in a special place.