Shoe Story

Michelle's mom is taking Michelle and her friend Kendra to the mall.  Michelle is going to buy a pair of roller shoes.  Kendra really wants to get a pair too, but her mom doesn't think they're safe and says Kendra is not allowed to have them.  Kendra wants to purchase a pair while she's at the mall with Michelle. What should Kendra do?

Playground Problem

Patricia is on the playground when she sees a group of older boys threatening Jonathan, a new boy at school.  One of the boys tells Patricia to watch as he trips Jonathan.  Other kids on the playground laugh and point as Jonathan falls to the ground.  Patricia feels bad for Jonathan, but she doesn't want the older boys to bother her.  What should Patricia do?

Tuba Troubles

Alexis plays the tuba in the school band, and she really enjoys it.  Recently, she also joined the cheerleading squad.  Some of the cheerleaders tease Alexis about playing the tuba.  They think the tuba is not cool.  Alexis wants the other girls to like her, but she also wants to continue playing the tuba.  What should Alexis do?

Sticky Sweater Situation

Julie's mom surprises her with a sweater that she knit herself.  It took Julie's mom weeks to make it.  Julie appreciates her mom's effort, but she thinks the sweater is ugly.  Julie doesn't want to wear the sweater, but she also doesn't want to hurt her mom's feelings what should Julie do?