Dorothy Law Nolte was an American writer, poet, and family counselor best known for her inspirational poem, 'Children Learn What They Live.' Born in Los Angeles, California, she dedicated her life to understanding and improving family dynamics and child development. Her poem, first written in 1954 for a local newspaper column, has been translated into numerous languages and is widely used by parenting groups and educators worldwide. Nolte's work emphasizes the profound impact a child's environment has on their development, leaving a lasting legacy in the fields of parenting and education.