In the book To Kill a Mockingbird, Harper Lee writes about the life lessons Atticus teaches Jem and Scout. Atticus teaches Jem and Scout several life lessons so that they learn how to deal with different situations and problems. Atticus teaches his children to treat others with respect, he also teaches his children that having good manners and being polite will go a long way. Atticus teaches his children the importance of equality and by treating people equally you will be treated with respect. One of the most important lessons Atticus teaches Jem and Scout is respect for others. Atticus thought they shouldn't be rude to family members; despite what they say. Scout beat up Francis because he called Atticus a "Niger lover!" (p.110) and Atticus gets her into trouble. When Scout got in trouble with Atticus, he showed Scout that it wasn't right to hit him even if he said what he said. Atticus taught the kids to mind their own business. When Atticus tells the kids to leave Boo Radley alone and not to believe the rumors they hear. When Atticus told them to leave Boo Radley alone and not to believe him ...