Choose your traits. Choose the traits in your plant or animal species that you want to pass on to the next generation.
Match two parents with the same trait; this will increase the odds that the following generation will have that trait. For example, two parents who are tall are more likely to have a tall child. However, two parents who are tall but have short parents may also give birth to a short child. Use information from two generations back when considering your choice of parent.
Breed the parent plants or animals. Manually pollinate a plant by wetting a toothpick and gathering pollen. Insert the toothpick into the receiving portion of the flower. Leaving two animals together in a pin during mating season will eventually lead to mating, but both male and female must be healthy. Different species require different types of care, so educate yourself on the species you intend to breed prior to mating season.
Plant the new seed. Different plant species need different care, but almost all plants need sunlight, water and food in the form of fertilizer. Fertilize at least once a month for good plant health.
Set house rules for your children. A set of rules that promotes ethical behavior builds a foundation for a child to grow on. For example, setting a rule that all people always be treated with respect should carry over into a child's adult perception of the world.
Set an example. Many children learn by example, so they will notice if you are not following your own rules. If you want your child to aspire to a specific character trait, be the exemplar of that trait.
Talk to your child and explain the value of good character. Communicate with your child what you perceive as good character and why it makes life more enjoyable. Reading your child a story of a hero who embodies a trait is a good way to get the ball rolling. This will lead to questions and will help you illustrate outcomes.