All About Character Building

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Building one's character involves enhancing positive traits that contribute to personal growth, such as honesty, kindness, and empathy. Developing these traits may take time and co nsistent effort, but through dedication and regular practice, anyone can strengthen them. The All About Character Building handout is designed to help clients be responsible members of society who can make good choices. It identifies nine core character traits for their reference. The handout also lists character-building activities and extra tips to follow. Kids and teens using this guide are inspired to make good decisions, build positive relationships, and live happier lives. To get the most out of this handout, they can set aside time each week to review the core character traits and try any of the suggested activities. Consistent effort will help reinforce these positive behaviors, especially with encouragement from parents and teachers. Feel free to add on our Character Building Worksheets to support the concepts taught in this handout. *This item is an instant digital download. A link to download your files will be emailed to you once payment is confirmed. Want more resources like this? Check out our full catalog of character education worksheets. References: Catalano, R. F., Hawkins, J. D., & Toumbourou, J. W. (2008). Positive youth development in the United States: History, efficacy, and links to moral and character education. In J. M. Rounds & M. S. Athanasiou (Eds.), Handbook of moral and character education (pp. 475-499). Park, N., & Peterson, C. (2006). Moral competence and character strengths among adolescents: The development and validation of the values in action inventory of strengths for youth. Journal of Adolescence, 29(6), 891-909. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.adolescence.2006.04.011 Ruch, W., Weber, M., Park, N., & And Peterson†, C. (2014). Character strengths in children and adolescents. European Journal of Psychological Assessment, 30(1), 57-64. https://doi.org/10.1027/1015-5759/a000169 Show more