Fast and Steady Wins the Race: Rethinking Traditional Morals for Modern Children

 


Fast and Steady Wins the Race: Rethinking Traditional Morals for Modern Children

Why It's Time to Re-evaluate the Stories We Tell Our Kids(viby international school)

As parents and educators, we often fall back on age-old tales like The Hare and the Tortoise to instill moral values in children. But have we ever paused to ask: Are these stories still relevant today?

In a world that’s changing faster than ever, the classic moral “slow and steady wins the race” may no longer hold true in all situations. Instead, what if we guided our children to find their own pace, adapt to the situation, and make decisions based on sound judgment?

Let’s explore how you can teach your child not just what to think, but how to think — with examples that matter.

Think Objectively: Broaden Their Perspective

Encourage your children to see things from multiple perspectives. This helps them develop critical thinking and understand that not every situation has a black-and-white answer.

Be prepared with real-life examples or DVDs/books that challenge traditional thinking in a positive way. Instead of blindly consuming content, teach your child to question what they watch and read.

Example:
One day, while watching a DVD that told the story of the hare and the tortoise, my daughter immediately pointed out, “This is wrong! You can only win a race if you’re fast and steady.”
That moment made me smile — not because she disagreed with a fable, but because she understood the deeper truth.

Why "Fast and Steady" Makes More Sense Today

Being steadfast and focused is essential, but being slow is not necessarily a winning strategy anymore. In today's fast-paced world, success often depends on being proactive, agile, and strategic — not just persistent.

So instead of teaching children that being slow will automatically bring success, help them understand the importance of:

  • Finding their own pace

  • Judging the situation

  • Making well-thought-out decisions

As a Parent, Ask Yourself These Questions:

Before passing down any story or moral lesson, ask:

  1. Is this story truly relevant to my child's life today?

  2. Does the moral help them deal with real-world situations?

  3. Am I encouraging independent thinking or blind belief?

When children are taught to question, analyze, and adapt, they are more likely to grow into confident and capable decision-makers.


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