Quick Stats
- Grade Band
- Grades 6-8
- Reading Level
- Level 9.3
- Word Count
- 331 words
- Published
- Jan 1, 2024
The Dilemma
Vera, a 12-year-old student, recently discovered her passion for painting. Encouraged by her art teacher, she entered a local art competition and won second place. This achievement sparked a newfound desire in Vera to pursue art more seriously. Her parents, however, emphasize the importance of academics and have limited her art practice to weekends. Vera's friend, Amir, suggests she join an after-school art club that meets twice a week, which could help her improve and possibly lead to more opportunities. However, joining the club would mean spending less time on her schoolwork, potentially affecting her grades. Vera is torn between her growing passion for art and the academic expectations set by her parents. She What should they do?
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
Join the art club.
Focus on academics.
Questions for Reflection
Take a moment to consider these questions. There are no "right" answers ā the goal is to explore different perspectives and develop your own reasoning.
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What would you do, and why?
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How does Vera's success in art influence her desire for more?
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What are the potential long-term impacts of each choice?
- 4
How might Frederick Douglass advise Vera in this situation?
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Can you recall a time in your own life when you faced a somewhat similar choice or feeling? What did you do?
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Philosophical Perspective
Insights from Frederick Douglass
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