Overview
Lily and Max are playing in the park. Max has a new kite, but he's sad because it won't fly.
The Choice
Should Lily help Max or go home to her puzzle?
Quick Stats
- Grade Band
- Grades K-2
- Reading Level
- Level 3.586961486789072
- Word Count
- 203 words
- Published
- Mar 23, 2026
The Dilemma
Lily and Max are playing in the park. Max has a new kite, but he's sad because it won't fly. He wants Lily to help him. Lily has a puzzle she's excited to solve at home. "Can you help me, Lily?" asks Max.
Values in Tension
This dilemma explores the tension between two important values:
Consider how these values might conflict or complement each other in this situation.
Your Options
Help Max with his kite.
Go home to solve her puzzle.
Questions for Reflection
Take a moment to consider these questions. There are no "right" answers – the goal is to explore different perspectives and develop your own reasoning.
- 1
How would Lily feel if she helped Max?
- 2
What might happen if Lily goes home instead?
- 3
Can Lily think about how Max feels?
- 4
Is it okay to sometimes choose yourself?
- 5
What does being a good friend mean?
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Philosophical Perspective
Insights from Marcus Aurelius
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