You are your child's first and most important teacher.  Never underestimate the impact you have on your child.  He/She looks up to you more than anyone else and models your behavior.  He also looks to you for your approval.  When she can look in your eyes and see that you believe in her it gives her the confidence to move forward and venture out on her own.  So don’t ever doubt for a second how important you are!

Links:

http://www.parentsasteachers.org

http://nextgenparenting.com/blog/?p=658

http://betterkidcare.psu.edu/TIPS/TIPS303.pdf

http://www.parenthood.com/index.php

http://www.nationalcac.org/families/early_learning/parents/