Childhood is the time to learn virtues - or more precisely, to become "infected" by them. The virtue of being mindful towards others is especially important and necessary in a world that is becoming increasingly diverse, with a denser population and greater interdependence. But what is respect? "It is a good way to be and a way to be good," say the authors of this helpful and entertaining children's book. "It is a way to treat others, ourselves, and the world with care. When we have developed the virtue of respect, we strive to treat people and the entire world with special love and kindness." The best lessons of respect and consideration in childhood happen without words, but through lived examples. This "elf helper" is easy to understand.