We live in a world where children are so often given the message that the ends justify the means; where harmful, even violent behavior - in families, in communities, and around the world - goes unnoticed, unmitigated, and often unrepented; where childrenś ethical education can come from a T-shirt slogan or bumper sticker, an Internet site, or the evening news; where rigid moral absolutism or moral relativism has replaced true ethical thinking. "If we are to raise kids who can think and act ethically, we dont́ begin with the thinking or the acting. We begin with caring." (Barbara Coloroso) In this book, Coloroso offers solid advice and practical techniques that preserve the dignity of both parent (and teacher) and child. Colorosoś underlying vision ascribes to parents the responsibility to teach the next generation HOW to think, not just what to think, so that they may grow into the best people they can be.