It is of great importance that children should learn in an elementary
way the value of property. This will prepare them for the knowledge of
the cost of living that is essential. They should learn that the cost of
food can be decreased by having gardens, and by the proper choice, care,
and handling of foods; that taking care of clothing will reduce another
item of expense; and that the owning of one's own house and lot is
something worth working for, in order to obviate the necessity of paying
rent.