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All I Really Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten: Uncommon Thoughts on Common Things
All I Really Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten Uncommon Thoughts on Common Things
Author: Robert Fulghum
Most of what I really need to know about how to live and what to do and how to be I learned in kindergarten. Wisdom was not at the top of the graduate school mountain, but there in the sandpile at Sunday School. These are the things I learned: — Share everything. — Play fair. — Don't hit people. — Put things back where you found them. — Clean up your...  more »
ISBN-13: 9780804199964
ISBN-10: 0804199965
Publication Date: 9/1993
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4.2 stars, based on 3 ratings
Publisher: Ivy Books
Book Type: Mass Market Paperback
Other Versions: Hardcover
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hoopridge avatar reviewed All I Really Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten: Uncommon Thoughts on Common Things on + 252 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 5
This book was popular when I started working in a bookstore in 1988. The advice and articles are still timely and easy to read. This would still be a good book for a graduate, teacher, or student, despite its "age".
bibliophile26 avatar reviewed All I Really Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten: Uncommon Thoughts on Common Things on + 8 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 5
Robert Fulghum's wit and warm humor make this book a joy to read. I like that his essays are short and poignant, allowing even the busiest person a chance to sit back and reflect on the beautiful simplicities of the good things in life.

I already have two copies, so I posted one here. This is one you'll want to keep and read again and again.
honestaccountant avatar reviewed All I Really Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten: Uncommon Thoughts on Common Things on + 74 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 4
Uncommon Thoughts on Common Things by Robert Fulghum...

Most of what I really need to know about how to live and what to do and how to be I learned in kindergarten. Wisdom was not at the top of the graduate school mountain, but there in the sandpile at Sunday School.
These are the things I learned:
Share everything
Play fair
Don't hit people
Put things backs where you found them
Clean up your own mess
Don't take things that aren't yours
Say you're sorry when you hurt somebody
And much, much more!
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Helpful Score: 2
I thought this was a great quick read. He has a wonderful way of turning small and everyday ordeals into great tools to teach us things we need to know.
reviewed All I Really Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten: Uncommon Thoughts on Common Things on + 6 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 2
Very thoughtful book on the things you learn as a young child carry throughout your lifetime. As I taught Kindergarten, it helped me as a teacher to have a better understanding of what I needed to be passing on to my students.
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SanJoseCa avatar reviewed All I Really Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten: Uncommon Thoughts on Common Things on + 328 more book reviews
Insightful musings on how significance can be found in the smallest details and when lest expected. A modern day classic and a must for every home library!
Angeleyes avatar reviewed All I Really Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten: Uncommon Thoughts on Common Things on + 217 more book reviews
This book contains all the lessons we need to know to lead a successful life. It is a reminder that we learned long ago the lessons we need in Kindergarten to be successful at whatever endeavor we choose
reviewed All I Really Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten: Uncommon Thoughts on Common Things on + 141 more book reviews
Such a wonderful compilation!!
buzzby avatar reviewed All I Really Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten: Uncommon Thoughts on Common Things on + 6062 more book reviews
Little 2 to 5 page vignettes, some only indirectly related to Kindergarten (although it explains why everyone sings "Itzy Bitzy Spider"). Apparently, he used to live in my old neighborhood in Seattle (Leschi) probably in the early 80s, so some stories I can relate to, geographically.
reviewed All I Really Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten: Uncommon Thoughts on Common Things on + 16 more book reviews
Funny book - makes you slow down and think!
reviewed All I Really Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten: Uncommon Thoughts on Common Things on
Great book for graduates. The basic facts of life.
reviewed All I Really Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten: Uncommon Thoughts on Common Things on
Inspiring, easy-to-read, great for people interested in simple and happy living.
GemGirl avatar reviewed All I Really Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten: Uncommon Thoughts on Common Things on + 37 more book reviews
This is such an endearing book that you'll want to visit it time and time again. It makes you nostalgic for times when life was simple, and actually is a good choice for young adults or perhaps high school grads, who are just about to embark on their life journey. It's a good reminder of all that is good in people.
Mamaof3 avatar reviewed All I Really Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten: Uncommon Thoughts on Common Things on + 25 more book reviews
Love it, love it, love it. I think this book is hysterical, I can just imagine myself sitting down with Mr. Fulghum and conversing about nothing and everything- for hours. A delight and one I am forever keeping and I'm sure, reading over and over !!
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Very enlighting, humorous look at life.


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