Quick Stats
- Grade Band
- Grades 6-8
- Reading Level
- Level 9.3
- Word Count
- 326 words
- Published
- Jan 19, 2025
The Dilemma
Rohan and Yara, both 12 years old, were best friends who loved spending their weekends exploring their neighborhood. One Saturday, they stumbled upon a garage sale. Amongst the items, Rohan spotted a vintage video game console that he had wanted for a long time. It was priced at $50, which was exactly the amount he had saved up from his allowance. Yara, on the other hand, was eyeing a beautiful handmade bracelet that she thought would make a perfect gift for her mother's upcoming birthday. As Rohan considered buying the console, he remembered how much Yara's mom had helped him with his school projects and how she always made them snacks when they visited. He thought about using his savings to buy the bracelet for Yara's mom instead, as a token of appreciation. Rohan The next move is up to them.
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
Buy the video game console.
Purchase the bracelet gift.
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
What would you do, and why?
- 2
Why might Rohan want the video game console?
- 3
How could buying the bracelet affect Rohan and Yara's friendship?
- 4
How might Marcus Aurelius advise Rohan in this situation?
- 5
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 Marcus Aurelius
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