William Fisher / Smith Will... Markwick
Librería Samer Atenea
Kálamo Books
Librería Elías (Asturias)
Librería Kolima (Madrid)
Librería Proteo (Málaga)
The true citizen: How to become one serves as a guide for young readers aiming to understand the responsibilities and virtues of active citizenship. The work emphasizes that being a citizen extends beyond knowledge of laws and governance to include moral integrity, ethical reasoning, and personal character. Structured to support sustained reflection, the book presents a chapter for each week of the school year, offering concise lessons and memorable ideas to inspire thoughtful engagement. Early sections establish the authors’ purpose of filling gaps in traditional education, highlighting the importance of nurturing both intellectual and moral faculties. Lessons encourage students to cultivate honesty, fairness, diligence, and empathy while connecting these virtues to civic participation. By blending ethical instruction with practical guidance, the work suggests that strong communities rely on citizens who are conscientious, informed, and socially responsible. The approach promotes a holistic view of education in which mind, body, and heart are developed in tandem, framing citizenship as an ongoing practice of moral and social commitment.
