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Study Calls Obesity in Children an 'Epidemic'

Obese Kids More Likely to be Involved in Bullying

Schools Chief Orders Obesity Study

Identity and Adolescents: How Adults Can Help
By Cheryl Jones, ACSW, Adolescent and Family Counselor

Developing Performance Character and Moral Character in Youth
By Dr. Matt Davidson, Research Director, Center for the 4th and 5th Rs

Childhood Obesity: A Food and Nutrition Resource List for Educators

Helping Kids--And Adults--Take Responsibility For Their Own Character
By Tom Lickona, Director, Center for the 4th and 5th Rs

Teen Suicide
Suicide can be prevented if friends and family can reach into teen's world of despair

The Boy Who Was Swallowed by the Drug Monster
An update on the life of Vince, the boy referred to in the video

Teaching Character Through Real Heroes
A character model for children

How to help children cope with traumatic events
Tips for parents, educators, and other concerned adults

10 Good Reasons for Character Education
From: Educating for Character: How Our Schools Can Teach Respect and Responsibility by Tom Lickona

21 Strategies to Help Your Child Develop Good Character
By Dr. Helen R. LeGette, published by Character Development Publishers

30 Ways Mayors & Local Government Can Promote Good Character
By Tom Lickona, Director; Center for the 4th and 5th R's

Being Thermostats to the Thermometers in our Lives
Tips for talking with your kids about terrorist attacks and other traumatic events

Building a Nation of Character
Excerpts from President George W. Bush's inaugural address