Building children is better than repairing adults!
 
Kids today are bombarded by a confusing array of sham values in school and in the media. What can a parent do? What are the secrets of growing a child into a happy adult? Using the latest research, Donna Habenicht provides more than 1,000 strategies for teaching kids the basic Christian values of respect, responsibility, self-control, honesty, compassion, thankfulness, perseverance, humility, loyalty, and faith in God.
 
You will learn: How to "peer-pressure-proof" your child A list of creative ways for your kid to say no Effective ways to enhance self-respect Understanding your child s stages of maturity Each chapter is filled with suggestions for family activities, and strategies for what to do when a child has trouble learning that particular value.
 
Ten Christian Values contains a wealth of resources to help parents raise well-adjusted children who will grow into happy adults.
 
Table of Contents Part 1: The Values Tree: How to Help Children Learn Values 1. The Values Tree 2. Values Begin With God 3. Live the Values 4. Teach the Values 5. Protect Your Child s Mind 6. Make Right and Wrong Very Clear 7. Develop Self-respect and Confidence 8. Give Lots of Practice in Making Decisions 9. Show Your Child How to Deal With Peer Pressure Part 2: The Fruits of the Values Tree: How to Help Children Learn Specific Values 10. Faith in God 11. Respect 12. Responsibility 13. Self-control and Moderation 14. Honesty and Integrity 15. Kindness and Compassion 16. Contentment and Thankfulness 17. Patience and Perseverance 18. Peace and Humility 19. Loyalty and Commitment
 
10 Christian Values Every Kid Should Know: A How-To Guide for Families
Author: Donna J. Habenicht
Paperback
Published: 2000
Inventory: G-S16