Persistence is the word of the month for March.  It is important to remember that all activities take hard work and determination. Sometimes a task maybe easy but when activities are difficult we must not give up.  Persistence to achieve even through a difficult task will benefit us greatly.  The Little Engine that Could, Dumpy LaRue, The Giving Tree, and The Very Hungry Caterpillar all show characters who never give up.  Here is Eric Carle reading is very own book, The Very Hungry Caterpillar.

Ask your parents about a time in their lives that they showed great persistence.  What did they learn? What was the outcome? What could have happened if they gave up? How did they feel in the beginning and in the end?  Now think of something in your life that is hard for you.  Make a commitment to show persistence like one of the characters from the titles above.

Are you interested in learning more about caterpillars and butterflies?  Visit the San Diego Zoo today!