Character Is the Key: How to Unlock the Best in Our Children and Ourselves

by Sara Dimerman

Sara Dimerman makes a convincing case that developing character in our children is one of a parent's most important tasks. In Character Is the Key, she provides an innovative, step-by-step template for families who want to explore the values they cherish and deepen their commitment to living by those values.€”Caroline Connell, Editor, Today's ParentWould you like to see your greater initiative at home and school?Able to put themselves in others' shoes?Taking more responsibility for their actions?Valuing togetherness as a family and wanting to spend more time with you?Consistently treating peers, adults and themselves with respect?Persisting through challenges and not giving up prematurely?Being honest even when the truth is difficult to share?Courageously facing fears?Motivated to help with chores around the house?Less influenced by negative peer pressure and able to stand up for w

Genres: Parenting, Nonfiction

272 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2009

About the author

Moved to Canada when I was fifteen years old. Studied Radio and TV Arts at Ryerson in Toronto and graduated in early 1980s. Studied Asssessment and Counselling at the University of Toronto and graduated late 1980s. Started my private practice in Psychology in 1990. Have been writing articles since 1989. Began having books published in 2008.

Reviews

[Meghan brousseau]

Maybe Britain's PM would like a copy of this book? :)