Ethics For Kids

>n Making Grateful Kids, two of the leading authorities on gratitude among young people, Jeffrey J. Froh and Giacomo Bono, introduce their latest and most compelling research, announce groundbreaking findings, and share real-life stories from adults and youth to show parents, teachers, mentors, and kids themselves how to achieve greater life satisfaction through gratitude.

THE COPPER CRUSADER One literal misunderstanding. One massive chip on his shoulder. A neighborhood that will never be the same. Ten-year-old Jake Nudo is tired of being the "charity case" of the family Christmas. While his older brother, Leo, dishes out snark and his relatives shower him with gifts he can’t reciprocate, Jake is left with nothing but a few lopsided salt-dough ornaments and a bruised ego. When his Grandpa advises him to "pinch his pennies," Jake takes the advice with terrifying literalness. He doesn't just save money—he wages a physical war on copper, squeezing coins ...

Parents are beginning to realize that deficiencies in ethics and character are becoming a big problem among our nation's children. According to the latest data, lying, cheating, and rampant insensitivity to other people are increasingly common. What can parents do? In this book, ethics expert Rushworth Kidder shows how to customize interventions to a child's age and temperament. He encourages parents not to give up, since what they do can always make a difference, regardless of how long or deep the bad habits of dishonesty may be.

Big questions. Clear answers. No cringe. If you’ve ever wondered…Is God real? Can I trust the Bible? Why do I feel guilty, anxious, or stuck? If Jesus matters, why does life still feel messy?" You’re not alone—and you’re not “bad at faith.” Systematic Theology for Teens is your plain-English, Scripture-based guide to what Christians actually believe — and why it matters for your real life, right now. Not a textbook. Not a guilt trip. More like a smart older sibling who won't dodge your hardest questions. Here's What Changes When You Understand What You Believe You stop ...

Divine Stories and Heartfelt Prayers Dive into a world where ancient wisdom meets modern souls. This book is a sacred sanctuary, a treasure trove of stories touching the heart and praying that ignite the spirit. Explore the Depths of Divine Tales Embark on a journey through enchanting narratives across cultures, traditions, and time. Be captivated by the timeless tales that carry profound lessons, awakening your inner wisdom. Connect with the Sacred Immerse yourself in the power of heartfelt prayers that transcend words, bridging the gap between the earthly and the divine. Each prayer is a ...

A unique, inside look at American childhood through the conversations between Highlights magazine and its young readers and a call to grown-ups to make time to actively listen to the children in their lives. Every year, tens of thousands of children write to Highlights magazine, sharing their...

Three friends. One train. A journey through time they never expected—and might not escape. Trevor Hollings thinks his life is completely ordinary. His neighborhood is boring. School is the worst—especially history class—and nothing exciting ever happens. But when Trevor, Becky, and Andrew stumble onto a mysterious train in the middle of the night, they’re thrown headfirst into a wild adventure through the past. From the dangerous gold rush camps of the 1840s to the sweltering bakeries of 19th-century New York, and even into the shadowy tunnels of a deadly train disaster, the kids ...

This is the sequel to Blessings and Trials. Find out how the Exiles and Sojourners, an Epic Christian Fantasy series, started there! Exiled angels are worshiped as gods, and the Sojourners who worship God are hounded and hunted. Few are now born with the Blessings to manipulate the elements. Others make deals with devils for magical of powers. This series weaves together three stories set in a detailed fantasy world where the Faithful and the Fallen are fighting an epic world-wide war for the souls of mankind. Litharus, Ingrid, and Gwyndolyn are Sojourner children looking for their parents ...

In the style of The Tipping Point or Freakonomics, a groundbreaking book that will change the way you look at the world. The fearless Tina Rosenberg has spent her career tackling some of the world's hardest problems. The Haunted Land, her searing work on how Eastern Europe faced the crimes of...

These exciting stories are designed to motivate your children to aspire them to be great adults. The stories are entertaining and adventurous for all. And for the adults, there are the themes you want your children to learn. The themes are embedded in the behavior of the heroines and heroes of each tale. The stories have the prevailing themes interwoven throughout the tale.

The bestselling author of Quest 52 and Core 52 Student Edition presents a fifteen-minute-a-day plan that helps teens to know and become more like Jesus over the course of a year. Who is Jesus . . . really? Is he the world’s nicest guy? A social-justice champion? Is he super accepting or overly...

You will never see war the same way after reading this extraordinary retelling of an ancient Greek fable about a tragically unnecessary battle between mice and frogs. With haunting illustrations, this miniature masterpiece ranks with Animal Farm as one of the greatest parables of human foibles...

The perfect book for young readers looking for answers to some of life's biggest questions. Thousands of years ago, ancient philosophers asked some important questions: "Where do we come from?", "What is right and what is wrong?", "Am I real?", and "What is the point of existence?" These...

Raising disciplined, kind, and confident children in today's society can be quite a daunting task for many parents. Whether it's grappling with getting your child's attention when they seem to be completely absorbed in their digital devices or trying to help them become more self-assured—there are really no hard and fast rules for fatherhood. However, that doesn't mean that there are no life principles that you can impart to your child from a young age that will help them live a happy and successful life, regardless of the adversities that they may face along the way. Introducing The ...

Twelve-year-old Will Haddon and his twin friends, Dar and Juno, find a safe full of money and human bones in an old house that's sticking out of a rapidly receding lake amid the worst drought in history. Their mission to identify the body reveals secrets that will rewrite the history of their...

Synopsis - An elderly woman finds a trunk of tattered stuffed animals and makes a promise to fix them all. After Dinner Conversation is a growing series of short stories across genres to draw out deeper discussions with friends and family. Each story is an accessible example of an abstract ethical or philosophical idea and is accompanied by suggested discussion questions. Podcast discussions of this short story, and others, is available on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, and Youtube. ★★★ If you enjoy this story, subscribe via our website to "After Dinner Conversation Magazine" and get this...

"What Shall We Do Today? The Day of Five Celebrations" Inspire curiosity and learning with this delightful children's adventure story perfect for readers ages 6-9! Join Imani, Tommy, and Maya on an exciting journey through their community as they discover five special celebrations happening on the same day! This engaging story combines education and entertainment while teaching valuable lessons about: Scientific discovery – Learn fascinating facts about dandelions and the chemistry of making caramel Cultural appreciation – Explore the origins of Chicago's famous deep dish pizza Ethical ...