Raising Responsible Kids

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Parenting A Responsible Child

Part one

"Intelligence is not enough. Intelligence plus character, that is the goal of true education."

Martin Luther King Jr.

Just as children must be taught to tie their shoes, read and write, solve math problems, and understand science concepts and events in history, so must they be guided in developing the qualities of character that are valued by their families and by the communities in which they live. It is only through guidance and modeling by caring adults that children learn to be honest and thoughtful, to stand up for their principles, to care about others, to act responsibly and to make sound moral choices.

This article provides information about the values and skills that make up character and good citizenship and what you can do to help your child develop strong character. It suggests activities that you and your school-aged children can do to put those values to work in your daily lives and tips for working with teachers and schools to ensure that you act together to promote the basic values that you want your child to learn and use.

Be assured that the qualities of character discussed in this article are universally recognized by people of many religions and cultures, and the information contained in the article can be used by parents from many different backgrounds and with different beliefs.

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