The work ethic incorporates more than just a single concept of high effort. It includes qualities like commitment, dependability, and willingness to learn. The work ethic also is closely associated with other values such as honesty, patience, and generosity. In this article, the authors emphasize the importance of hard work as well as the importance of developing a positive work ethic. Here, the authors present a list of work ethic qualities that teachers should encourage children to embrace and carry with them to their communities, to higher education, and to the workplace.