Little Universes Guiding Every Child’s Light

This year, as we celebrate Children’s Day, it’s a wonderful opportunity to reflect on the most precious gifts in our lives: our children. Every child is a unique universe, filled with their own dreams, fears, and a special way of seeing the world. This day is a reminder that there’s no single recipe for a happy childhood. Instead, it’s about understanding and cherishing the beautiful variety of little minds and hearts that surround us.

Words - Sachini Perera

Think about the child who loves to read, curled up in a corner with a book. They might be quiet and thoughtful, their imagination soaring through stories of dragons and faraway lands. Then there’s the budding engineer, always busy with blocks or Lego, building towers and inventing contraptions. Their minds are wired for problem-solving, for understanding how things fit together. We also have the child who is a natural leader, organising games and giving everyone a role. They are full of energy and confidence, a beacon of light in any group. And let’s not forget the shy, sensitive child, who might be more comfortable watching from the sidelines, taking everything in with their gentle, observant eyes.