1.“We only get a few words to speak, so we must use them carefully in case they run out.” – Jenna, 7
2.“Life is like a big balloon; if you let it go, it will fly high into the sky.” – Thando, 6
3.“Nobody likes people who don’t share. So you really should share.” – Oliver, 4
4.“Trees are for climbing, so please don’t cut them down.” – Rushana, 9
5. “You have to wear a seat belt to keep you safe from all the people on the road who got their license in a lucky packet.” – William, 4
6.“I think my mommy loves me more than my sister. But it’s OK, I’m nicer.” – Layla, 6
7. “That story about kissing frogs is a lie. It’s gross – everyone should stop kissing frogs now!” – Yolisa, 10
8. “If we don’t start taking care of our animals, our world is going to turn into a big desert. Then there’ll be no more water, no more food – everything will be stolen.” – Jordan, 5
9. “Daddy said boys tease you if they like you. But so far everyone is nice to me at big school, so I don’t think there will be any romance for me this year.” – Nomalungelo, 7
10. “Even though they’re smaller, dogs have bigger hearts than people.” – Maxine, 9
11. “Mommy, when are you getting an ex-hasband?” – Elijah, 4
12. “Nobody wants to be last in the race, but it always has to be someone. So when it’s my turn to be last, I’ll be OK.” – Nthombi, 5
13. “Sometimes you must just know when to keep quiet; it’s like turning your tap off.” – Sasha, 4
14. “You can see love everywhere you look – I see love when my mommy and daddy kiss.” – Madison, 5
15. “Don’t worry about your wrinkles, God will iron them for you.” – Lisa, 5
16.“Dad’s hugs make me feel better, but Mommy’s kisses fix everything.” – Chloe, 4
As told to Megan Ross
