Values Education Grade 9

What is Values Education?
Values Education is an essential element of whole-person education which aims at

fostering students' positive values and attitudes through the learning and teaching of
various Key Learning Areas/subjects and the provision of relevant learning
experiences.
Moral values are defined as guidelines that assist a person in deciding between right
and wrong. In order to create honest, credible, and fair judgments and relationships in
daily life, the awareness of one’s morals - along with self-awareness - is crucial.
The development of moral values is a necessary process that should begin in

childhood. Moral values in children can set them on the right path, helping them form a
pleasant personality combined with a strong character. Besides the child's family,
schools are critical in guiding, supporting, and holding their hands as they navigate the
landscape of moral values
From an early age, it is important to inculcate good moral values and an upright moral
compass in every child or student, encouraging good behavior, and knowing how to tell
right from wrong is something we owe to our children.
We believe that's the key to making the world and the society we live in a better place.
Here are the ten essential moral values that build character and instil positive behavior
in students.
Respect
Respect is a vital moral value that children have to learn about early on: A young child
must learn to respect all people regardless of their age, religion, nationality, beliefs, or
point of view. You can set an example for your child by speaking respectfully towards
others. Show your child you respect everyone regardless of their age, race, religion,
status, etc.
Another thing children must realize is that many people stomp on others to get ahead
in life in our extremely competitive and sometimes unforgiving society. That is precisely
why every student must be taught from a young age to respect every religion, race,
culture, and lifestyle.
It is essential that children learn that their success in life should not be based on the
failures of others.
Honesty
"Honesty's the best policy," children are taught in books. They must, however, practice
it on a regular basis in order to grasp its actual significance. Being true to one's
parents, teachers, and others will help a child develop honesty as a personality trait.
Teach children that it's always preferable to acknowledge their mistakes with honesty
rather than lie to hide them.
One way is to demonstrate how they can start small by being honest with their teacher
and classmates.
Dishonesty and cheating must be taught in schools as bad habits that'll lead to failure
in the future. Even if dishonesty is beneficial in the short term (e.g., cheating on a test),
it would eventually catch up with the student and result in bad long-term effects (e.g.,
being unable to pass an entrance exam for a college class due to having cheated on
tests in related subject matter).
Compassion
Compassion is defined as the feeling of love and concern for others. If parents taught
compassion to their children from an early age, there would be significantly less
hunger, conflict, homelessness, and unhappiness in the real world. It sounds idealistic,
but we believe it to be true.
Hard Work
When you were a child, you've probably heard that "success was made up of 1%
inspiration and 99% perspiration." And it's true that hard effort plays a positive role in
every student's life. Some students desire to cut corners in their education and do not
respect the role of hard work. This mindset must shift, though.
Those who are truly successful in our society understand that what they receive out of
something is primarily determined by the amount of effort they put into it. Students will
be far happier working toward their goals as adults if we teach them to perceive hard
work as an opportunity - rather than a barrier.
Kindness
The significance of kindness - although undeniably great - is determined by how you

express it. The possibilities are endless, whether it's through empathy, acceptance,
justice, pleasant gestures, or thoughtfulness. Kindness can take the form of being
helpful or displaying empathy. It could also imply doing good without expecting good in
return.
Gratitude
Gratitude is the willingness to express appreciation for what you have. And it all starts
with happiness. So, teach your child to be grateful for what they have in life to cultivate
contentment and thankfulness. Instil in them the importance of never taking anybody -
or anything - for granted.
Sharing
Sharing is a form of caring. As a result, a child must understand the necessity of

sharing with those who are in need. Kids often learn by example, so you could begin
by showing them that sharing should come from a place of selflessness. Encourage
the child to share toys with siblings and cousins, share books with classmates, or
donate food and clothing to less fortunate children.
Cooperation
Cooperation is the act of assisting others in the pursuit of a common objective. The first
step toward developing a spirit of cooperation is to collaborate at home. A family
should practice collaboration by doing domestic chores together and listening to one
another's difficulties. Such gestures encourage a child to think in terms of "us" rather
than "me."
Healthy competition can encourage people to develop - but we must first and foremost
cooperate in order to be successful as a society.
Responsibility
Setting an example for your child is the greatest method to teach them
responsibility. Washing your dishes, keeping shoes in designated locations, spending
time with family, and sticking to a routine are just a few examples of responsible
behaviours you can adopt at home. You can assist kids in learning more effectively by
giving them duties and rewarding them when they finish their chores.
Generosity
Generosity is critical in developing a nice and socially responsible person in your child.
A generous child will be willing to offer his or her time and assistance to others,
regardless of the circumstances.
Teach the child to lend a helping hand to those in need - in and outside the classroom.
Shaping Moral Values
Moral values are the foundation of your kid's character. Help them become strong and
undeterred individuals by shaping their moral values, thoughts, and beliefs. The
greatest approach to getting your youngster on the right track is to start early. It's also
important to remember that as a parent, you must invest time and effort in your child's
moral growth.
The first step towards ensuring your child's sense of right and wrong begins with
selecting a school that will, besides offering knowledge, inculcate good moral values
from the student's young age.

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What is Values Education?

Values Education is an essential element of whole-person education which aims at

The development of moral values is a necessary process that should begin in

The significance of kindness - although undeniably great - is determined by how you

Sharing is a form of caring. As a result, a child must understand the necessity of

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