Guiding Questions for Parents.

Definition: doing what needs to be done without complaining. In short: Do what needs to be done. Summary: Little Critter tells us about his day, all the things he remembered to do, and all the things he forgot to do. Sometimes he has excuses when he doesn’t follow through, and sometimes he just forgets. He is trying to be responsible, but it’s not easy. There is one very important thing he never forgets: he never forgets to cuddle with his mom as they read a story together, and he kisses her good night! Lesson Objectives:

Students will demonstrate more awareness of the many things for which they are responsible, and will try harder to follow through.
Teachers can guide students in a discussion about their daily lives, especially all their responsibilities at home and at school (including what makes it hard to get it done). Problem solving discussions will help them be more responsible.

Guiding Questions:

“Sometimes I remember, and sometimes I just forget.” Does this happen to you?
Do you need reminding to brush your teeth every morning?
Do you make your bed every morning?
Is it hard to get out of bed in the morning?
Did you ever forget your lunch box?
Once you start eating your favorite snack, is it hard to stop when you should?
What are your chores at home? Do you need reminding to do them?
Do you put away your toys?
Is there one thing you never forget to do?
When you get things done that are expected of you, does it make you feel good?

🌿 Virtue Connection: Responsibility means owning what is yours, including your choices.

About the Story.

This guide is part of the Values & Virtues library, a free collection of 400+ book guides and activities organized around 12 core virtues for children from pre-K to 6th grade. Each guide includes Guiding Questions designed to open a real conversation with your child in 10 minutes or less.