Child Quote by James E. Faust
“An essential part of teaching children to be disciplined and responsible is to have them learn to work.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Jesus: The Teacher, James E. Faust, 1995
Teaching children work instills discipline and responsibility, shaping character through effort and accountability.
In simple terms: Work teaches kids discipline and responsibility.
Key Takeaway
Encourage kids to earn their own achievements.
Themes
discipline
responsibility
work ethic
Mood
thoughtful
inspirational
Type
educational
parental
When to use this quote
- parenting
- education
- volunteer projects
- family chores
Key Concepts
character building
self‑reliance
Questions to Reflect On
- How can work be balanced with play?
- What values does work reinforce?
A Different Perspective
Work alone may not address deeper emotional needs.
![“Satan had two conditions [to his plan]: the first was the denial of agency, and the second, that he would have the honor. In other words, something had to be in it for him. And thus he became the father of lies and selfishness. Taking up one's cross and following the Savior means overcoming…” quote by James E. Faust](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/287/james-e-faust-1274_agency_satan-had-two-conditions-to-his-plan-the_97153.jpg)
