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Foreword
Sample
 This
groundbreaking volume advances the theory and practice of character education
in many important ways. Besides emphasizing a life-goals framework, it
argues that cultivating the heart (our power to love) and conscience (the
rational guide to right and wrong) are the two central tasks of character
development. It helps us to see that the family is the first school of
love and that a good school, one that nurtures continuing growth in character,
is like a good family. It argues compellingly that the partnership of
home, school, and community is the "central axis" of successful character
education. All of these ideas are richly illustrated with concrete examples
from schools, families, and communities, East and West. Indeed, one of
the book's distinguishing contributions is its cross-cultural dimension,
reflecting the many years of diligent educational work its authors have
done in countries around the world…
There is nothing like this
far-reaching book in the character education literature. It will, I believe,
be of great value to any reader, whether you come to the issue of character
as a teacher, a parent, a youth worker, a policy maker, or simply someone
wanting to craft a good life.
Tom Lickona
Author, Educating
for Character
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