From ages 7 to 14, children are ready to learn more structured lessons. This is also the time for them to inculcate important life skills, values, and social behavior. At this point, parents should help their kids understand right from wrong, develop friendships, and explore their interests. This phase is also good for introducing ideas about faith, community, and responsibility.From ages 7 to 14, children are ready to learn more structured lessons. This is also the time for them to inculcate important life skills, values, and social behavior. At this point, parents should help their kids understand right from wrong, develop friendships, and explore their interests. This phase is also good for introducing ideas about faith, community, and responsibility.