Definition:

doing what needs to be done without complaining. 

In short:

Do what needs to be done.

Summary:
A girl begins to share a story of her older brother, Edwurd Fudwupper, who tells lots of big, fantastic fibs. His whopper lies create a lot of confusion. Eventually his innocent sister takes the blame in an effort to save him. Brother finally takes responsibility, recognizes his mistakes, and confesses. Sister and brother form a new bond of respect and love for one another. 

Lesson Objectives: 

1. Students discuss the link between honesty and responsibility and are encouraged to remember this tale when faced with the temptation to be dishonest. They brainstorm and create signs that encourage the action of taking responsibility to be honest. 

Guiding Questions: 

1. Who is telling this story? 
2. What was the fib he told Mabel Dill? 
3. What is the relationship between brother and sister in the beginning of this story? 
4. What did Edward do to his mother’s vase, and what lie did he make up to try to cover his mistake? 
5. What was the result of Edward’s lie about the broken vase? 
6. When a lie is told it can get bigger and bigger and make all kinds of trouble. What were the consequences of Edward’s lie to Mabel Dill? 
7. Why do you think Edward’s sister tried to protect him, even though he was mean to her? 
8. We are responsible to be honest and tell the truth. Why do you think this is important? 
9. Can you remember a time when you were tempted to lie and you decided to tell the truth instead? What happened? 
10. Can you remember a time when you were tempted to lie and you lied? How did you feel about that and did anyone ever discover the truth? What happened?