Some children thrive where others do not. Why? Are there personal behaviors and institutional supports that make a difference in helping young people chart a course for their futures? Agency answers with a loud and clear "yes!" This book describes the FREE framework, four pillars that can uplift every young person as they make the passage into adulthood: Family, Religion, Education, and Entrepreneurship. With this framework in place, children are empowered to develop agency, which Ian V. Rowe defines as the force of one's free will, guided by moral discernment. Rowe champions a game plan for creating new agents of agency and shows them the path that will set them FREE. Revised and expanded, this updated edition includes a new introduction and supplementary material, including a study guide for educators, sample lesson plans, and a student self-assessment.
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