Character / Values

There is a lot of wisdom in Aesop's fables. The tales contain many important moral lessons. Is it important for children's character education that they be exposed to Aesop's fables through children's books.

If you are looking for books that stress solving problems nonviolently, overcoming prejudice, and getting along with others, you need to know about the Jane Addams Children's Book Award.

These children's books stress the importance of good manners and stress some important character traits, such as caring, respect for others and responsibility.

This list comes from the U.S. Department of Education. It is divided into three sections: Beginning (ages 1-6), Intermediate (ages 6-9) and Advanced (ages 9 and up). Each brief book listing includes the character trait the book emphasizes.

A publishing company that specializes in reprinting children's books that emphasize moral values.