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First Week Starters

Seven accessible dilemmas perfect for introducing students to ethical reasoning. Each scenario is clear, relatable, and sparks immediate discussion.

6 dilemmasAll grades
Intermediate
1 min
Middle296 words

Community Support and Solidarity: Should Camila get a teacher or stand by Leo?

Camila and Zoë were playing in the school playground when they noticed a group of older kids teasing...

Frederick Douglass
friendship
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Intermediate
1 min
Middle291 words

Contentment with What You Have: Should Zoe appreciate Sameer's gift or focus on her disappointment?

Zoe and Sameer met on the first day of middle school and quickly became each other's most trusted co...

Epictetus
contentment
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Intermediate
1 min
Middle318 words

The Impact of Cruelty: Should Jaya stand up for Sam or walk away?

Jaya and Lin were playing in the school playground when they noticed a group of older kids surroundi...

Frederick Douglass
courage
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Intermediate
1 min
Middle305 words

Value of Social Interactions: Should Inaya take the large piece or let Mei have it?

Inaya and Mei are at Mei's birthday party, enjoying a delicious homemade cake that Mei's mom baked. ...

Epictetus
friendship
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Intermediate
1 min
High312 words

The Importance of Truthfulness: Should Makena talk to Jae about honesty or not?

Makena and Jae met on the first day of middle school and quickly became each other's most trusted co...

Aristotle
honesty
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Intermediate
1 min
High311 words

Sympathy vs. Opinion: Should Lily empathize with Ava or offer perspective?

Lily and Ava have been inseparable since the third grade, always pushing each other to try new thing...

Epictetus
empathy
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