Helping children understand core values—like kindness, honesty, and responsibility—sets the foundation for strong character and healthy relationships. While “values” might sound abstract, kids can learn them in simple, engaging ways through worksheets, games, and creative activities.
This guide shares fun values worksheets and activities for kids that make self-discovery easy and age-appropriate. Perfect for classrooms, counseling sessions, or at home.
Why Teach Core Values to Kids?
- Builds empathy: Kids learn to see things from other perspectives.
- Encourages good choices: Values guide behavior even when no one is watching.
- Supports emotional health: Understanding what matters helps kids manage feelings.
- Creates community: Shared values foster connection in classrooms and families.
1. Value Sorting Worksheet
Activity:
- Give kids a worksheet with pictures/words like sharing, honesty, helping, fun, family.
- They color or circle the ones that feel most important.
Why It Works: Sorting makes abstract ideas concrete for young learners.
Extension: Have them explain why they chose a value using a drawing or short sentence.
2. “Values Tree” Coloring Page
Activity:
- Print a tree with blank leaves.
- Kids write or draw one value per leaf.
Why It Works: Visualizes values as things that “grow” in their life.
Extension: Compare values trees between classmates to notice similarities and differences.
3. Everyday Choices Worksheet
Activity:
- Present simple dilemmas: You see a toy on the floor—what do you do?
- Kids circle the choice that matches values like honesty or kindness.
Why It Works: Connects values directly to real-life decisions.
Extension: Act out scenarios for kinesthetic learners.
4. Gratitude & Values Journal
Activity:
- Provide pages with prompts like “Today I helped…” or “I felt proud when…”
- Link each answer back to a value (kindness, courage, responsibility).
Why It Works: Builds emotional awareness and self-esteem.
5. Values Matching Game
Activity:
- Use flashcards with value words and matching actions/pictures.
- Kids match “honesty” with a child returning a lost item, “kindness” with sharing crayons.
Why It Works: Reinforces values through play and repetition.
Wrapping Up
Teaching core values to kids doesn’t have to feel heavy—it can be creative, colorful, and fun. With worksheets like sorting cards, gratitude journals, and values trees, kids learn what matters most in ways they’ll remember.
These resources can be used at home, in therapy, or the classroom to nurture empathy, responsibility, and a sense of belonging.
About the Author
Hi, I’m Eve, a former school counselor with a master’s degree in School Psychology and a passionate advocate for children and families navigating sensory challenges. As a mom of children with sensory sensitivities, I deeply understand the journey special-needs parents face, and I dedicate myself to researching and sharing practical solutions to help children thrive and feel comfortable in their bodies. My goal is also to empower counselors, therapists, and psychologists with creative strategies and supportive resources to enrich their everyday practice. When I’m not writing or exploring new therapeutic approaches, you’ll find me spending quality time with my family and continually seeking inspiration from everyday moments.
