Assets #7-10 (of the 40 Developmental Assets)

Empower them with opportunities to make a difference in their family and community.

Infants & Toddlers (birth to 35 months)

7. Child is at the center of family life.
8. Child has a role in family life.
9. Parent(s) serves others.
10. Home and other settings are safe.

Preschoolers (ages 3 to 5)

7. Parent(s) and other adults appreciate children.
8. Child is taken into account in family decisions.
9. The family serves others.
10. Home and other settings are safe.

Elementary-Age Children (ages 6-11)

7. Community values children.
8. Children have useful roles.
9. Child and family serve others.
10. Home, school, and neighborhood are safe.

Teenagers (ages 12-18)

7. Community values teenagers.
8. Teenagers have useful roles in the community.
9. Teenager serves others in the community.
10. Home, school, and neighborhood are safe.

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