Resourcefulness—finding solutions to problems—is a trait that world look for in leaders and it should be developed in childhood. Having the Internet and limitless technology at their fingertips is convenient, but not helpful in building resourcefulness in kids. We work to nurture this trait in our children. Activities that challenge them to create new uses and and think out-of-the-box.

Teaching children to value achievement or happiness equally to caring for others. We encourage kids’ natural sense of empathy for others and to stress the importance of caring for others as much as getting good grades. Raising an empathetic children is not just good for the community; it will also help them to have better emotional intelligence and maybe even be more successful.

It’s about having the confidence to voice your thoughts and a willingness to respect and relate with the ideas of others. Somewhere between being overly aggressive and painfully timid lies assertiveness. It involves being bold and confident, and speaking up when necessary but still remaining respectful. It is the necessary building block to mature and peaceful relationships between all human beings.

There is an important balance between having positive self-esteem and remaining humble that all kids need to learn. In today’s culture that emphasizes praise and validation, it is important to ensure that kids still have humility. We imbibe humility in children that can be in harmony with confidence and positive self-esteem because when a child is self-assured and does not feel inferior to others. Admitting a mistake or not knowing the answer and be willing to give credit to others, is a hallmark of humility.