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Abstract The family is the most important institution in raising and developing children. The first place of education that children receive is the family. In fact, the family is the first foundation for children's growth and development, because the family is the place where children spend more or less of their lives. Character formation is also greatly determined by parents, especially during the growth period. The period that determines how character is formed. The aim of this research is to determine the role of the family in shaping children's character in the era of globalization in Sumber Agung Village. The method used in this research is a qualitative method with a descriptive approach. Meanwhile, the data sources that researchers use in this case are, first, primary data sources, second sources. The data collection technique uses methods: observation, interviews and documentation. The results obtained show that there is a role of parents in forming character in children, namely by using several methods such as providing direct examples, educating children from an early age and also making habits.