At Tiny Blocks and Big Blocks, families often ask me, “Why do you put so much emphasis on emotions and moral development in the early years?” My answer is simple: because moral development begins at birth—and it shapes every other area of learning. Where It All Begins: Attachment and Security From the moment a baby is held, comforted, and loved, the foundation for moral development is being formed. A secure attachment teaches a child, “I am safe. I am loved. I belong.” This e