The Search Institute has identified 40 developmental assets which are building blocks for healthy development in order for young people to grow into capable, contributing members of society. Some of the categories include external assets like family support, other adult relationships and mentoring, a supportive religious community, neighborhood, and school environment. Internal assets include achievement motivation, social justice values, honesty, restraint and good decision making skills to name just a few. If you are a parent who is looking for ways to enrich your relationship and ensure that your child will have the best opportunities this is a great handout. You can find out more about the 40 developmental assets by going to www.search-institute.org.