Changing Kids' Lives One Quote at a Time

Changing Kids' Lives One Quote At a Time contains 121 inspirational sayings designed to bring out the best in children and develop lasting habits. The quotes target 13 "Habits of Character," a list that includes Cooperation, Courage, Fairness, Honesty, Kindness, Patience, Perseverance, Positive Attitude, Pride, Respect, Responsibility, Self-discipline, and Service. In addition, the sayings touch on other important ideas, such as quality, success, and health & wellness. Accompanying each quote is a set of "talking points" that parents and teachers can use as a reference when discussing the quotes with children. Though the conversations take only a few minutes, the exercise is a valuable one because it encourages kids to think deeply, because there is a high tone to the dialogue that appeals to the best in people, and because it allows your family or classroom to start the day on a positive note.

Steve Reifman is a practicing lawyer and businessman. He took a journey similar in time and place to that of the main character, Woodstock, in Wanderer. Steve was born and raised in Detroit, Michigan, in 1948, and has three children, two grandchildren, and an enduring, love-filled marriage of over forty years.