Truthfulness builds trust, responsibility, and empathy. Research shows children are more honest when adults share emotional reactions to honesty and dishonesty. Modeling integrity helps kids embrace honesty as a lifelong ethical value.

Ethics4Kids has launched a digital, gamified curriculum that helps K–5 students build respect, perseverance, and responsible citizenship. Designed for classrooms, families, and youth programs, the interactive lessons make character education engaging, accessible, and impactful in today’s digital age.

Kindness heals both giver and receiver. The Science of Happiness podcast shows small acts reduce stress, boost joy, and strengthen bonds. Ethics4Kids teaches children kindness as a daily skill, building resilient communities where compassion becomes the norm.

Kindness isn’t just a gesture — it’s a skill that shapes children’s growth. At Beth Tfiloh, kindergartners celebrated World Kindness Day with flowers and cards, embodying Ethics4Kids’ mission. Research shows kindness boosts empathy, inclusion, resilience, and mental health, making it central to Ethics4Kids’ curriculum.

Fred Rogers taught that ethics begin with empathy. At Ethics-4-Kids, we follow his lead—helping children feel safe, seen, and empowered to make kind, responsible choices. Like Mister Rogers, we teach through stories, play, and connection. Because when kids feel valued, they learn to value others—and that’s how communities heal.

We are failing to teach children the ethical foundations they need to navigate conflict, emotion, and decision-making. While debates rage over gun control and school security, one solution remains underutilized—early ethics education.

Before a child can respect others, they must learn to respect themselves.

At the heart of E4K is a timeless truth: The Golden Rule - “Treat others as you would like to be treated.”

That’s where Ethics-4-Kids (E4K), anti-violence organizations, and the CDC’s Youth Violence Prevention Centers (YVPCs) find common ground. All believe the answer lies not in punishment, but in prevention through education and empathy.

On Monday, September 29th, Ethics4Kids proudly attended a powerful community meeting hosted by Moms Demand Action in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, focused on gun safety, mental health, and legislative reform.

Teaching ethics around social media isn’t just for teens—it starts in kindergarten.

The assassination of Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University on September 10, 2025, was not just a personal tragedy—it was a national alarm bell.

In response to the September 2nd Opinion commentary on youth crime from Cal Thomas, "The real solution for high crime rates," I wholeheartedly agree that solutions begin at home. But what if the home doesn’t know right from wrong?

In July, you will recall we formed an outreach committee with the goal to expand our audience.

Vivek Ramaswamy appeared on The Will Cain Show to discuss the rise in juvenile crime and the deeper cultural forces shaping America's youth.

Our Tool Program continues to grow, and with it, our community of generous donors. To all who have contributed—thank you!

WOW—Another Banner Month! 🎉 We’re excited to share two big developments at Ethics-4-Kids!

Big News from Ethics-4-Kids! 🌟We’re thrilled to announce powerful new tools to help kids grow in character, confidence, and compassion—absolutely FREE at ethics4kids.org!

May 2025 update from Ethics4Kids!

WOW, what a month it has been. For the new members who have downloaded the curricula and this is your first monthly update.   I. We have...