Principled

Principled learners act with integrity and honesty, with a strong sense of fairness, justice, and respect for the dignity of the individual, groups, and communities. They take responsibility for their own actions and the consequences that accompany them.

Picture books and videos we love that highlight Being Principled

Principled Picture Books in Short Avenue's Collection

Read Alouds Online

The Empty Pot by Demi (Read Aloud Storyline Online)

The Boy Who Cried Wolf

The Name Jar by Yangsook Choi (Read Aloud)

Just a Dream by Chris Van Allsburg (Read Aloud)

Farmer Duck by Martin Waddell (Read Aloud)

Lilly's Purple Plastic Purse by Kevin Henkes (Read Aloud)

Marvelous Mattie by Emily Arnold McCully (Read Aloud)

One Plastic Bag by Miranda Paul (Read Aloud)

Red by Jan de Kinder (Read Aloud)

The Smallest Girl in the Smallest Grade by Justin Roberts (Read Aloud)

I Want My Hat Back by Jon Klassen (Read Aloud)

This short stop motion video explores the idea of fairness. With the premise that fair isn't about being equal, but rather "fair" is everyone getting their needs met.

Videos

What would you do if you found a wallet on the ground? When this child did, he went to great lengths to get it back to its owner. He shares his thoughts about the importance of honesty.

Podcasts

The Emperor's Challenge

From the excellent podcast for kids - Circle Round. "This story is called "The Emperor's Challenge" versions of this tale originally come from China. It is a story about a wise, honest and fair leader who’s ready to step down… and the contest he holds to decide who will take his place!

"Every time I've done something that doesn't feel right, it's ended up not being right."

Mario Cuomo

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