Explore Our Ethics Curricula
The goal of Ethics-4-Kids is to expose as many of our youth as possible to the “core values” that help them make better decisions as they mature. For this reason, our suites of curricula are available at “no charge”* to teaching institutions, homeschoolers, day care centers, and associations.
Companies that provide teaching tools may also download them at no expense*. It is highly recommended that anyone who downloads our curricula register to receive updates and new products, as they become available.
Each curricula suite has an index, and viewing each suite is free of obligation or cost.
*NEW: The book HEDGE uses the characters Felix, Ren, and Ivy from ValueQuest Video as they guide Wynn and his sister Mia on a one-week tour of the seven mountains along the Ethics Trail.
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VALQUEST TRADITIONAL: This suite of nine values is based on “core values” for all educational environments. It includes the following subjects: Kindness, the Golden Rule, Cooperation, Conflict avoidance, Truthfulness, Perseverance, Respect, Responsibility, and social Capital. Also included are suggested resources and a list of partners who supply books, videos, games, songs, workshops, etc.
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VALQUEST HOMESCHOOL: This set of 8 suites is directed to homeschool parents. It offers a variety of curricula based on “core value” topics, giving the parents a choice of what to focus on and in what sequence. The suites include the Golden Rule, Kindness, Honesty, Respect, Responsibility, Managing Conflict, Perseverance, and Social Capital. Also included are suggested resources and a list of partners that supply books, videos, games, songs, workshops, etc.
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VALQUEST FAITH-BASED: This set of 12 ethics and morals curricula is geared for the very young. It is general in nature, focusing on the 59 values that all major religions accept.
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VALQUEST MAGIC: This unique suite of 8 curricula uses simple magic tricks as a change of pace to attract and keep students engaged. It is designed as a stand-alone or incorporated with the other suites. The lesson plans include the Golden Rule, Kindness, Honesty, Respect, Responsibility, Conflict management, Forgiveness, and Perseverance.
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VALQUEST VIDEO: This suite delivers short, engaging ethics lessons through videos paired with simple reflection questions. Kids watch, think, and respond—turning each module into an active learning moment. A Google Account is required for access.
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VALQUEST TRADITIONAL
FREE: This set of nine suites is rooted in core secular values appropriate for all educational environments serving kindergarten through 3rd grade. Topics include Kindness, the Golden Rule, Cooperation, Conflict Management, Truthfulness, Respect, Perseverance, Responsibility, and Social Capital. Recommended resources—books, social media, and videos—are also included. Integrating the Magic and Interactive Suites can help enrich the overall experience. The number of lessons may vary.
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Hedge, the book; read the adventures of the Ethics Trail
VALQUEST HOMESCHOOL
FREE: This set of eight suites is designed for homeschooling parents. It offers a flexible range of core value-based curricula, allowing families to choose both content and sequence based on their needs. Topics include the Golden Rule, Kindness, Honesty, Respect, Responsibility, Conflict Resolution, Perseverance, and Social Capital. Integrating the Magic and Interactive Suites can enhance learning through variety and engagement. The number of lessons may vary.
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VALQUEST FAITH-BASED
FREE: This twelve-suite collection begins with an Affirmation of Faith grounded in core spiritual values. Topics include: Kindness, The Golden Rule, Conflict Resolution, Truthfulness, Good vs. Evil, Right vs. Wrong, Positive vs. Negative, Responsibility, Encouragement, and Respect. Age-appropriate suggestions for books, games, and songs are also included. Blending these with the Magic and Interactive Suites offers a well-rounded, values-based approach. Lesson plans may vary.
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VALQUEST MAGIC
FREE: These eight engaging ethics curricula use simple magic tricks to make lessons memorable and fun. Each of the three eight-lesson suites is tailored for specific audiences—schools, faith-based programs, clubs, and homeschool environments. They can be used as standalone tools or integrated with the Traditional, Homeschool, or Faith-Based Suites to add diversity and depth.
The three suites are designed for: Ages 5–7, 8–10, and Faith-Based Settings.
Each suite covers core character values:
Honesty, The Golden Rule, Kindness, Respect, Responsibility, Handling Conflict, Forgiveness,
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HEDGE - EXPLORING THE ETHICS TRAIL
Hedge is the companion book that supports the teaching of the E4K curriculum suites. It is divided into seven sections, as Wynn and Mia climb seven value mountains along the ethics trail with their mentors Felix, Ren, and Ivy from the ValQuest Video and ValQuest Interactive suites. The adventures, as they climb, are unique, as they learn seven important life lessons. These include: Mt Kind, Mt Golden (Golden Rule), Mt Responsibility, Mt Truth, Mt Respect, Mt Agree, and Mt Persevere. Hedge is available in two formats:
1) Available for download from our website
2) Available for purchase as a hard copy or downloadable Kindle edition on Amazon (Coming Soon)
The copies are identical in content, the exception is that one you download and print (96 pages), and the other is a hard copy, professionally printed. We understand that teaching circumstances vary, so we make no assumptions about what each educator needs. That said, Hedge is highly recommended because it consistently makes children’s learning experiences more memorable, meaningful, and fun. While not mandatory, this book makes the teaching process more memorable and fun. The cost of the download is $8.99 our site and $9.99 on Kindle. The cost of the hard copy is $19.95.
VALQUEST VIDEO
FREE: ValQuest Video blends expert‑crafted ethics lessons with short, engaging videos paired with interactive questions. Each module turns passive watching into active learning, helping kids think, respond, and reflect in real time. By combining visual storytelling with guided prompts, ValQuest Video makes values education more memorable, meaningful, and fun. A Google Account is required to access the full experience.
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