The transmission of values almost always takes place in the context of community. And no community exerts more powerful control in transmission of belief systems than the human family. I have often wondered what adage might underscore the importance of a father's role. I don't think so. At least we're getting closer.
Research shows a difference in the way fathers and mothers relate to their children.
Mothers relate to their children verbally while fathers enjoy sharing physical activities with children especially those involving curiosity and exploring. When fathers hold a baby, for example, they tend to tickle them to make them smile. Fathers like to wrestle and tumble with toddlers. When children grow older, fathers usually encourage children to become independent. They often exceed mothers in the ability to resist rushing in to rescue a child in a dilemma.