Research Roundup

Instilling Values Of Volunteering

• February 29th, 2012
• scholastic and handson network

The results of a new research study, “It Starts with Character: Inspiring Kids & Teens to Volunteer” from Scholastic and HandsOn Network, found that kids and teens who have more exposure to character-building skills, such as sharing, being kind, and helping others, are more likely to volunteer in their communities, and with greater frequency. The study also found that parents and teachers say that media (TV, film, books, magazines, games, apps, and Internet) can play an important role in communicating the value of character education. The study coincides with the fourth annual ‘Clifford BE BIG in Your Community’ campaign, designed to inspire engagement in service and volunteerism.

For more information, access the PDF of the report.