values

Aimed at primary grades values such as honesty, responsibility, courage, kindness, friendship, persistence, loyalty, respect, hard work, and love are discussed through literature.

Explains to children what teasing is and why it is better not to tease people. "If you can't say something nice, don't say anything at all.".

Discusses why people steal and why it is wrong.

Explains what snooping is and why it is better not to snoop and respect other people, their property and their privacy.

Explains to children the differences between lying and telling a story for entertainment. Also explains why it is better not to lie.

Examines the meaning of justice in a variety of situations and asks the reader to morally and politically reflect on each topic.

Explains the importance of self-respect, responsibility, family harmony, friendship, open-mindedness, involvement, sensible money habits, and doing one's best.

The author reveals the secrets and techniques that have made him a success as a classroom teacher including his hands-on approach to education that helps to prepare his fifth-grade students for the future.