The values in 'Alice the Armadillo' Alice the Armadillo teaches the value of taking on a challenge, in her case, reaching out and exploring a world she doesn't know. The story shows that we all have a set pattern to our lives, usually one that suits us, that we've been taught to grow up within and one that keeps us safe. It may be foolish to stray outside but we can all be taught to protect ourselves. Like Alice,...