What kind of world is it my friend

　　that little children see？

　　I wonder if they see God¹ first

　　because they just believe？

　　Do they see strength² in caring³ eyes

　　who watch them as they play -

　　or maybe love through gentle hands

　　that guide them on their way？

　　Do you think they dream of future times

　　when they would be a king -

　　or just enjoy their present life

　　while with their friends they sing？

　　Do they see the acts of kindness⁴

　　done for people who are poor？

　　Is the very best in everyone

　　what they are looking for？

　　And when the day is over，

　　as they close their eyes to sleep，

　　do they look forward to tomorrow

　　with its promises to keep？

　　If this is what the children see，

　　then it should be no surprise，

　　the world would be a better place

　　if we all had children's eyes.