Moral Development

Charles Curran, in his newest book, The Development of Moral Theology: Five Strands, brings a unique historical and critical analysis to the five strands that differentiate Catholic moral theology from other approaches to Christian ethics - sin and the manuals of moral theology, the teaching of Thomas Aquinas and later Thomists, natural law, the role of authoritative church teaching in moral areas, and Vatican II. Significant changes have occurred over the course of these historical developments.

The Moral Compass is the inspiring and instructive companion volume to William J. Bennett's bestselling work, The Book of Virtues, offering many more examples of good and bad, right and wrong, in great works from literature and in exemplary stories from history. Organized by the stages along...

Learning becomes more valuable when it leads to action, and artificial intelligence can help bridge the gap between knowledge and execution. AI for Learning and Doing provides a practical guide to using AI for study, research, creativity, organization, and productivity. Designed for beginners and lifelong learners, this book demonstrates how AI can support both personal development and real-world achievement through practical application.

What makes a person good? Not merely well-behaved. Not merely successful. Not merely admired. Truly good. Moral Development for Beginners is a clear, engaging guide to how conscience forms, how character grows, and how ordinary people learn to become more honest, compassionate, responsible, and wise. From the first moral lessons of childhood to the difficult ethical choices of adulthood, this book shows how human beings develop a sense of right and wrong—and why moral growth is never finished. It explains how rules, empathy, fairness, guilt, responsibility, courage, humility, and love all...

In II Corinthians 13:5 we are told to examine ourselves to see if we are in the faith. In Lamentations 3:40 we are told to examine our ways and test them, and to return to doing things the Lord's way. In I Corinthians 11:28 we are to examine ourselves before we partake of communion, to see if we are right with God. In Hebrews 12:15 we are to see to it that no one among us falls short of the grace that God has given us. Galatians 6:4 tells each of us to test his own actions. The writer of Psalm 139:23-24 implores the Lord to search his heart and find out if there is any wicked way in him ...

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER A practical, heartfelt guide to the art of truly knowing another person and fostering deeper connections at home, at work, and throughout our lives—from the author of The Road to Character and The Second Mountain As David Brooks observes, “There is one skill...

A psychologist’s paradigm-shifting exploration of moral injury—the wound we suffer when our core values are violated by what we’ve done, failed to do, witnessed, or been compelled to accept—and how to begin to repair it. An invisible malady is reshaping the emotional core of our...

It’s time to change the way we see babies. Drawing on principles developed by the educator Dr Maria Montessori, The Montessori Baby shows how to raise your baby from birth to age one with love, respect, insight, and a surprising sense of calm. Cowritten by Simone Davies, author of the...

"An instant classic." —Arianna Huffington "Will inspire people from across the political spectrum." —Jonathan Haidt An essential shortlist of leadership ideas for everyone who wants to do good in this world, from Jacqueline Novogratz, author of the New York Times bestseller The Blue Sweater...

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER Everybody tells you to live for a cause larger than yourself, but how exactly do you do it? The author of The Road to Character explores what it takes to lead a meaningful life in a self-centered world. “Deeply moving, frequently eloquent and extraordinarily...

She's welcomed into the family, but will she survive them? Dividing Line is the first book in the Dividing Line Series of crime audiobooks. When Rachel marries Danny Maguire, younger son of the most powerful criminal family in Manchester, she thinks she can cope with his way of life. After all...

The Origins of Moral Understanding Explained: Jean Piaget’s Theory of Moral Development, Heteronomous and Autonomous Morality, Justice, Rules, Cooperation, and the Growth of Fairness What does it really mean for a child to understand fairness? How do children move from blind rule following to thoughtful moral reasoning grounded in justice and cooperation? In The Origins of Moral Understanding Explained, The Practical Atlas offers a deep and accessible exploration of Jean Piaget’s groundbreaking theory of moral development. This book examines how children construct their understanding of...

Learn to identify—and combat—Systemic Shame, the feeling of self-hatred and disempowerment that comes from living in a society that blames individuals for systemic problems, with this invaluable resource from the social psychologist and author of Unmasking Autism. Systemic Shame is the...

These pages represent two chapters of my recently updated book, The REAL Purpose-Driven Life plus an additional chapter on good versus evil. I removed the afore-mentioned chapters because I wanted to focus, in that book, on the central moral concept known as purpose. These chapters, although central to an understanding of the morality of Ayn Rand, stand on their own and provide several important insights on how to think about morality and apply it to the life of the individual.

Dark Psychology for Fiction Writers shows writers how to build dark characters without flattening them, write victims with agency, use objects, silence, language, memory, and pressure to deepen plot, and keep moral complexity clear. Across the chapters, an original story is gradually seeded and developed: The House That Whispered, a tale of a daughter returning home after her father’s funeral, a closed parlor, a mother’s careful version of the past, and a house full of objects waiting to be understood. By the end of the book, those seeds gather into a completed short story, showing how ...

Discover the timeless philosophy that places character at the heart of moral life. Virtue Ethics Explained: Understanding Moral Character, Human Flourishing, and the Path to a Good Life is a clear, engaging guide to one of the oldest and most inspiring approaches to ethics. Drawing on the insights of Aristotle and other great thinkers, this book shows how virtues like courage, justice, honesty, and compassion can shape not only your decisions but your entire way of living. Whether you are new to moral philosophy or seeking to deepen your understanding, this comprehensive exploration will ...

From the bestselling authors of The Montessori Toddler and The Montessori Baby, this book guides parents through the principles of Montessori to enhance their children's development and foster respectful relationships with their families and the world. When children are given independence, the...

Fairy tales about princess and witches, and magical objects- Amazing stories for kids. The Best English Fairy Tale Stories Ever! This kids book is a collection of 4 Interesting English fairy tale that kids will fall in love with. Each story revolves around some sort of magical objects, and lets kids imagine beyond the real-world- ultimately enhancing their overall intelligence, thinking ability, and creative talents. This book contains some of the best and handpicked- Interesting stories for kids and ends your search for the best kids fantasy books. It is a very useful book for parents who ...

No matter what you answer, kids will just ask why again. Is your child full of questions? Do you find these questions to test your own knowledge? Well, look no further: Now you have the answers, and they are not boring ones! Encourage your child’s imagination through these fairy tales for children. They will answer some of the common questions that we parents are often asked. The Book of Why for Curious Kids will help you give fun and creative answers to your child’s strangest questions, encouraging them to develop their imagination.

Suddenly it dawns on you, and you exclaim, "I'm a mom!" But after the elation, you are overwhelmed, apprehensive, bewildered about the huge responsibilities of parenting. You know intuitively that the way you respond to your new role has eternal implications in the life of your child. You need help! The Power of a Positive Mom offers seven time-tested principles that will transform your role, to make you not just a mother but a Positive Mom.