This book, written by a parent and teacher, offers vision as to the needs of children. It serves as a guidepost for parents and fosters caring attitudes rather than dictating rules. It is based on the belief that children need love and a sense of security that can be provided through good judgment, positive discipline, loving attitudes, and kind, yet firm, guidance. It deals with such subjects as humor, responsibility, socialization, citizenship, creativity, integrity, privacy, protection, discipline and others. The author believes that love is reciprocal: if you show a child genuine love that child will love you in return.