Overview
Jenna is at the park with her friend Lucy. They both see a boy fall and scrape his knee.
The Choice
Should Jenna help Lucy approach the boy or stay back?
Quick Stats
- Grade Band
- Grades 3-5
- Reading Level
- Level 4.731999365280863
- Word Count
- 274 words
- Published
- Mar 23, 2026
The Dilemma
Jenna is at the park with her friend Lucy. They both see a boy fall and scrape his knee. Lucy wants to go help him, but Jenna feels shy and worries about talking to strangers. Lucy says, "We should help him feel better." Jenna wonders if maybe the boy wants to be left alone.
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 Lucy approach the boy.
Stay back and watch.
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 might helping the boy change his day?
- 2
What if the boy wants to be alone?
- 3
How would Jenna feel if she helps?
- 4
How might Jenna feel watching from afar?
- 5
What would you do in Jenna's place?
Did you like this dilemma?
Philosophical Perspective
Insights from Marcus Aurelius
Take a moment to form your own thoughts first, then click to explore philosophical perspectives.
