Children's Books about Responsibility

What should you do if you accidentally break a vase? Should you tell an adult or pretend it wasn't you? Or what should you do if you see your friend throw a piece of trash on the ground? It's not always fun or easy to do the right thing. But when you take responsibility, you earn respect from others. This book offers examples of situations you might face at home or at school. It shows how you can make good decisions in each case. See how responsibility...

Arthur disobeys his mother by playing his favorite game on her computer, which leads to a lesson in taking responsiblility for one's actions.

A boy steadfastly blames everything from messy homework to a dirty face on inanimate objects until they visit his dreams, reminding him that he must take responsibility for his mistakes.

Franklin the turtle wants a pet and when his parents finally agree, they are surprised at the pet that Franklin chooses.

When David gets in trouble, he has excuses right up until bedtime, when he realizes he really is sorry.

The little red hen finds none of the lazy barnyard animals willing to help her plant, harvest, or grind wheat into flour, but all are eager to eat the bread she makes from it.

Max and Ruby spend so much on emergencies while shopping for Grandma's birthday presents, that they just barely have enough money left for gifts.

A paperboy and his dog enjoy the quiet of the early morning as they go about their rounds.