altruism in children

Thirty true stories profile young people who used their heads and hearts to do anwesome things. So...what kind of hero lives inside of you?.

Describes over one thousand ways to build developmental assets in children from birth to eleven years; features true stories that show how people have attempted to provide their children with family support, a caring neighborhood, positive values, and social skills; and includes a list of resources.

Contains thirty, real-life stories about children doing heroic things, arranged by themes, including saving the environment, standing up for themselves, helping others, overcoming challenges, and using talents and creativity.

Presents brief anecdotes in which children tell of random acts of kindness have they received or committed.