Kid Definitions for Godly Character Traits

In the last several months, I've been focused on teaching my kids several key Godly character traits.  We don't go over them every day, but I try to review the ones that we're struggling with a few times a week.  After breakfast, in the car, during a conflict, at dinner, whenever.  

The original definitions seemed a little above their heads, so I came up with some kid-friendly versions that they can actually apply to their lives.  Take a look; I welcome any additional, simplistic input that you might have!

Disclaimer: Please ignore the grammatical errors!  I try to keep the explanations to my kids short and understandable at their ages.

Orderly

Big kid definition - Arranged or disposed in some order or patter; governed by law, well behaved.

Little kid definition - Keeping things neat; being well-behaved.

Attentive

Big kid definition - Mindful, observant; heedful of the comfort of others.

Little kid definition - Being aware of the people and things around you.

Teachable

Big kid definition - Capable of being taught; apt and willing to learn.

Little kid definition - Willing to learn.

Obedient

Big kid definition - Submissive to the restraint or the command of authority; willing to obey.

Little kid definition - Doing what you're told, right away, without being reminded.

Respectful

Big kid definition - An act of giving particular attention; high or special regard; esteem.

Little kid definition - Treating someone as more important than yourself.

Honest

Big kid definition - A fairness and straightforwardness of conduct; adherence to the facts.

Little kid definition - Telling the truth.

Forgiving

Big kid definition - To grant relief from payment; to pardon.

Little kid definition - (My kids know what this means, but I can't neatly sum it up...any ideas...???)

Peacemaker

Big kid definition - One who promotes harmony in personal relations.

Little kid definition - Having a good attitude; no complaining or arguing.

Courageous

Big kid definition - Mental or moral strength to venture, persevere, and withstand danger, fear or difficulty; brave.

Little kid definition - Being brave.

Discerning

Big kid definition - Showing insight and understanding.

Little kid definition - Trying to understand all different situations.

Content

Big kid definition - Feeling or showing satisfaction with one's possessions, status or situation.

Little kid definition - Being happy with what you have.

Servant-hearted

Big kid definition - Someone that works for someone else.

Little kid definition - Wanting to do things for others with a happy heart.

Thankful

Big kid definition - Expressive of thanks; well pleased; glad.

Little kid definition - Being happy with what you've been given.

Self Control

Big kid definition - Control of your feelings and behavior.

Little kid definition - Being calm, even when you feel excited, frustrated, angry or tired.

Loving

Big kid definition - Having affection or warm regard; tender.

Little kid definition - Showing others that you care about them.

Humble

Big kid definition - If you show humility, you are not too proud, and you recognize your own faults.

Little kid definition - Not bragging about what you're good at; knowing that you're not better than everyone else.

Prayerful

Big kid definition - Devout, earnest, sincere.

Little kid definition - Turning to God in prayer when things are good and bad.

Modest

Big kid definition - People who are modest are not boastful about their abilities, possessions or achievements.

Little kid definition - Not telling others how great you are; dressing without showing a lot of skin.

Joyful

Big kid definition - Happiness and delight in your heart that comes only from Jesus.

Little kid definition - Having a happy heart, no matter what happens.

Generous

Big kid definition - People who are generous are happy to use their time and money to help others.

Little kid definition - Giving money or time to help others.

Responsible

Big kid definition - Trustworthy, accountable; having or involving important duties.

Little kid definition - Doing the right thing whether or not someone tells you to.

Compassionate

Big kid definition - A feeling of sympathy for and a desire to help someone who is suffering.

Little kid definition - Showing others that you are sad that they are hurting.

Kind

Big kid definition - Friendly, helpful and generous.

Little kid definition - Being nice to others.

Patient

Big kid definition - Bearing pains or trials calmly or without complaint.

Little kid definition - Waiting without asking questions or complaining.

Diligent

Big kid definition - Characterized by steady, earnest and energetic effort.

Little kid definition - Trying your best; working hard at everything you do.

Faithful

Big kid definition - Loyal and trustworthy.

Little kid definition - Loving someone even when they make bad choices.