What Are Values?
What is a value?
A) Something you can buy at the store
B) A deep belief that helps you decide what’s important, the person you want to be, and the relationships you want to have
C) A type of prize you can win
D) Something you can keep in your backpack
Answer: B - A powerful belief that shapes who you are, guides your choices, and helps you become the person you want to be and build the relationships you care about
What can values help you do when life gets tough?
A) Avoid challenges like a cat dodging a bath 🛁
B) Stay true to yourself and make good choices 💡
C) Ignore your feelings like an ostrich with its head in the sand 🦩
D) Always be happy (because bad days don’t exist, right?) 🌞
Answer: B - Stay true to yourself and make good choices
Goals are things you can check off a list, but values help guide how you act.
True or False?
(Answer: True)
Goals are things you want to achieve, like finishing your homework. Values are about how you want to act, like being kind or trying your best. Values help guide your choices in life, not just finishing tasks.
When you’re feeling overwhelmed, what value can help you slow down and take control?
A) Impulsiveness—acting without thinking 🤔
B) Self-control—taking a moment to pause and breathe 🧘♂️
C) Perfectionism—everything must be perfect, no matter what 🔍
D) Frustration—letting out all your feelings without thinking 🔥
Answer: B - Self-control
Self-control helps you stop for a second, think things through, and respond calmly, rather than acting on anger or frustration.
Serena Williams a famous a famous tennis player, is known for her focus and effort on the tennis court. What value does Serena show by always trying her best, no matter what?
A) Creativity
B) Determination
C) Helping animals
D) God/religion
Answer: B - Determination
Serena shows determination because she never gives up, even when the match is tough. She keeps trying her hardest to win, no matter what challenges come her way.
Fun Fact: Serena Williams has won 23 Grand Slam singles titles, the most by any player in the Open Era! 🎾
Values are like a ____________ because they help guide you in making choices that match the kind of person you want to be.
A) A to-do list that changes every day
B) Something you can keep in your backpack for later
C) A magic compass that helps you find your way, even when things are tough
D) A strict rulebook that tells you exactly what to do
Answer: C - A magic compass that helps you find your way, even when things are tough. Values don’t give you step-by-step instructions, but they help you make choices that feel right for you, no matter what challenges come your way.)
Which of these is a way values help you with emotions?
A) Ignore feelings like fear or sadness (because robots don’t feel!) 🤖
B) Help you make decisions, even when emotions are strong 🧠
C) Force you to be happy 24/7 (like a broken smiley face emoji) 😀
D) Keep you from feeling anything at all (like a rock) 🪨
Answer: B - Help you make decisions, even when emotions are strong
If you don’t reach your goal, it means you’ve failed your values.
True or False?
Answer: False
Explanation: Not reaching a goal doesn’t mean you stopped being a good person or failed your values. You can still be honest, kind, and hardworking, even if you don’t get the results you wanted or achieved your goal.
When you’re upset, what value helps you express yourself in a way that’s respectful to others?
A) Patience—waiting for the right moment to talk ⏳
B) Venting—shouting and saying everything that comes to your mind 🗣️
C) Self-criticism—putting yourself down for feeling upset 😞
D) Expressing calmly—saying how you feel without hurting anyone 💬
Answer: D - Expressing calmly
Expressing yourself calmly lets you share how you feel, but also helps you avoid escalating the situation or hurting someone else.
🎤Taylor Swift writes songs that share her true feelings about things like love, heartbreak, and friendship. What value does Taylor Swift show by being open and honest in her songs?🎤
A) Rudeness
B) Honesty
C) Keeping Secrets
Answer: B - Honesty
Taylor Swift shows honesty by sharing her real emotions in her songs. She doesn't hide how she feels, which helps people connect with her and understand her better.
Fun Fact: Taylor Swift's fans love how honest she is because her songs often sound like she's talking directly to them about their own feelings! 🎤
Which of these is NOT a value?
A) Honesty
B) Courage
C) Getting an A on a test
D) Kindness
Answer: C - Getting an A on a test)
Why are values like a flashlight when things don’t go as planned?
A) They help you see the right path, even when it’s dark or confusing 🔦🌙
B) They make everything easy, like having a magic remote control 🎮✨
C) They only work when things are going perfectly 🚀😎
D) They disappear when you need them most, like a lost sock 🧦🙈
Answer: A - They help you see the right path, even when it’s dark or confusing)
Values help you through tough situations, while goals are just about finishing tasks.
True or False?
(Answer: True)
When things get hard, your values help you make good choices (like being brave or kind). Goals are more about completing things on a list, like getting an A on a test or cleaning your room.
When you make a mistake, what value can help you forgive yourself and learn from it?
A) Guilt—punishing yourself over and over for messing up 😔
B) Self-compassion—being kind to yourself, knowing everyone makes mistakes 🌱
C) Perfectionism—expecting yourself to never fail 😵
D) Blaming others—finding someone else to take the blame for your actions 🙅♀️
Answer: B - Self-compassion
Self-compassion means being kind to yourself when things don’t go right. It’s about learning from mistakes without being too hard on yourself.
Simone Biles shows courage by standing up for herself and taking breaks when she needs to, even if others expect her to keep going. What value does Simone show by taking care of her mind and body?
A) Family
B) Courage
C) Beauty
D) Having money
Answer: B - Courage
Simone Biles shows courage because it takes bravery to stop and take care of yourself, even when others think you should keep going. Taking care of her mental health is just as important as her physical health.
Fun Fact: Simone Biles has won 7 Olympic medals, making her the most decorated gymnast in history! 🥇
What is one value that might help you stay calm when something doesn’t go as planned?
A) Shouting
B) Being Quiet
C) Giving Up
D) Determination
Answer:D
Determination
$500: What value would help you be kind to others, even when they are rude to you?
A) Anger 🤬
B) Compassion (Understanding and being kind 💕)
C) Revenge (Getting back at someone 😈)
D) Indifference (Not caring 🤷)
(Answer: B - Compassion)
Reaching a goal always makes you happy, no matter what.
True or False?
(Answer: False)
Reaching a goal doesn’t always make you happy, especially if you had to hurt someone’s feelings or ignore what you believe in to get there. True happiness comes from doing things that match your values, like being the person you want to be and treating others the way you want to be treated.
When things go wrong, what value can help you stay positive and keep trying?
A) Resilience—bouncing back after a setback 💪
B) Perfectionism—refusing to make mistakes at all 🧐
C) Avoidance—running away from challenges 🙈
D) Blaming others—pointing fingers instead of solving the problem 👈
Answer: A - Resilience
Resilience is the ability to keep going, even when things don’t go as planned. It helps you stay focused on improving, rather than giving up.
LeBron James doesn’t just play basketball well, he also helps kids and families in need. What does this show about what he values?
A) Relaxing
B) Giving Back/Kindness
C) Being the best
D) Being rich
Answer: B - Giving Back/Kindness
LeBron James shows kindness by giving back to his community. He uses his fame and fortune to help others, build schools, and provide scholarships to kids in need. He doesn’t do it to relax, be the best, or get rich—he does it because he cares about others.
Fun Fact: LeBron started the "I PROMISE School" in his hometown of Akron, Ohio, to help at-risk children get a better education! 🏀
Imagine you tried your best on a test but didn’t get the grade you hoped for. Does that mean you didn’t show your values? Why or why not?
No way! Your values aren’t about the grade you get—they’re about how you act and what’s important to you.
Values aren’t about the result—they’re about the effort and choices you make along the way. If you studied hard and kept going, even when it was tough, you were living out values. Even if things didn’t go the way you hoped, your values helped you keep trying, and that’s what really matters!
When things get tough and you feel overwhelmed, what helps you stay true to your beliefs and keep going?
A) Ignoring your feelings and hoping things get better on their own
B) Relying on your values, which guide your choices and actions
C) Following what others are doing because it’s easier
D) Focusing only on your goal, no matter what it takes
Answer: B - Relying on your values, which guide your choices and actions
When life gets tough, relying on your values can keep you grounded. They help you make decisions that align with who you are, even when it's difficult. They remind you of what's truly important, so you don’t get lost in the stress of the moment.
When things don’t go as planned, your values can help you make the right choices, even if you’re not sure what will happen next.
True or False?
Answer: True
When things get tough or don’t go the way you expected, your values can help you make choices that feel right. They help you stay true to what’s important, like being kind or doing your best, even when you don’t know how it will turn out.
You’re feeling anxious about something coming up, but you want to stay calm. What value helps you face the situation with courage?
A) Fear—letting worry take over 💀
B) Avoidance—ignoring the problem and hoping it goes away 😬
C) Courage—doing what’s needed, even though you’re nervous 🦸♀️
D) Denial—pretending you don’t feel anxious at all 🙈
Answer: C - Courage
Courage means doing something, even when it feels scary. It helps you face your fears and move forward, instead of avoiding them.
MrBeast, a famous YouTuber, is known for giving away large amounts of money to help people and support charities. What value does MrBeast show by using his wealth and platform to help others?
A) Competition/being the best 🏆
B) Generosity/helping others 🤝
C) Smart/having a lot of knowledge 📚
D) Being Organized 📅
Answer: B - Generosity/helping others
MrBeast shows generosity 🤗 by using his wealth 💰 to help others and support charities. He focuses on giving back, making a positive impact, rather than competing to be the best or just keeping his money. His actions are about kindness and helping others.
Fun Fact: MrBeast has given away millions of dollars 💸, including planting 20 million trees 🌳 to help the environment! 🌍