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Valuing Differences: A Skill That Builds Respect, Relationships, and Belonging

Valuing Differences: A Skill That Builds Respect, Relationships, and Belonging

Children and teens interact with many different people every day—at school, at home, and in their communities. Learning how to value differences helps young people build stronger relationships, resolve conflicts respectfully, and feel a greater sense of belonging. This social skill supports empathy, cooperation, and emotional growth, especially in diverse classrooms and social settings. Valuing Differences is a complex social skill that teaches children how to recognize what they have in …
Apr 15th 2026 Jordan Burgener, Boys Town Press Digital Content Specialist

The Power of Words: Treating Word Choice Like Salt

Most people have heard the saying “Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me.” Well, that is a big LIE! Words are being used more than ever to hurt people in the world today. Have you ever said something that you wish you could take back? We all have. In fact, there have been times when that little voice in my head has advised me, “Don’t say it, you’re going to regret it…” and I still spoke those words. Usually, an argument begi …
Sep 22nd 2021 Kip Jones, Boys Town Press Author and School Counselor
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