Kohlberg’s Theory of Moral Development (An expansion on Piaget’s Theory)

View the short video titled “Kohlberg’s Theory of Moral Development Explained!” published by Learn My Test. Examine each level and stage carefully, and then consider the 3 main criticisms of Kohlberg’s theory:

Level 1: Pre-conventional Morality–at this level, children tend to obey rules to avoid punishment. They also make choices based on self-need.

Level 2: Conventional Morality–at this level, children tend to conform to societal expectations. They typically respect and abide by rules.

Level 3: Post-conventional Morality–at this level, children recognize that members of society should agree to standards that set rules; they view justice as more important than laws.

Consider:
Why is Kohlberg’s theory on moral development important for authors to be aware of as they write literature for children?
What are the 3 main criticisms of Kohlberg’s theory? Are these criticisms justifiable? Why or why not?