What is respect?

Respect is when you treat someone or something like they matter, just like you want to be treated when you matter.

Imagine you have a favorite toy, say, a teddy bear. You always give it a hug before bed and never throw it on the floor. That’s respect, you're showing your teddy bear that you care about it, just like you hope someone will care about you.

When friends listen to each other during game time or when you share your snacks because you know your friend is hungry, that's respect too. It’s like having a special rule: "Be kind, and others will be kind back."

If someone takes your toy without asking, it feels unfair, like your teddy bear got thrown on the floor. But if they say “please” or offer to trade toys, that's respect in action!

Respect is a superpower you can use every day, and it makes everyone feel happy and safe. Respect is when you treat someone or something like they matter, just like you want to be treated when you matter.

Imagine you have a favorite toy, say, a teddy bear. You always give it a hug before bed and never throw it on the floor. That’s respect, you're showing your teddy bear that you care about it, just like you hope someone will care about you.