Book & Curriculum
Code Quest: The Ethics Engine
A story-driven adventure by Teri Green, paired with an interactive curriculum. Designed for grades 3–8 (ages 8–14).
Story overview
When the machines get clever, kids must get wise
Ty, Leo, KiKi and Ellie are drawn into the Ethics Engine, a world where every system they touch tests their judgment. To move forward, they must master five protocols and learn that no algorithm can replace a human conscience.
What reviewers say
“It’s an imaginative, meaningful read that empowers kids to think ethically and act wisely in a digital landscape that’s here to stay.”
“Green’s lively storytelling and bright, engaging illustrations make the material accessible and fun.”
Formats & availability
Printed, digital, and interactive
Printed Book
The full Code Quest story in paperback, made for reading together at home or in class.
Where: IngramSpark, Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Bookshop.org, and international booksellers.
Digital Book
The same story on screen, readable on phones, tablets, and computers.
Where: Amazon Kindle, Rakuten Kobo, and other eBook stores.
Interactive Curriculum & Student Portal
Chapter-linked quests, practice, and reflection inside the separate student portal.
Status: Rolling out to schools and classrooms through pilots and requested access.
The five protocols
The code behind every good choice
Fairness
Does this choice treat every person equally? Systems can carry bias. We notice it and correct it.
Privacy
Personal information belongs to its owner. We protect passwords, locations and details, ours and others'.
Truth
AI can produce convincing falsehoods. We verify sources before we believe or share.
Kindness
Behind every screen is a person. We choose words and actions that help, not harm.
Consent
We ask before we use someone's image, words or data, and we respect a 'no'.
The Final Firewall
In the story's climax, the protocols stop being separate rules. The Final Firewall can't be passed with any single skill. It asks the students to weigh all five at once and listen to their conscience. That's the lesson Code Quest leaves with every reader: technology can calculate, but only people can care.
The students
Ty Benton
The Creative Problem Solver
Ty sees the big picture and turns ideas into action. He uses his creativity to design, solve, and inspire change.
Leo Martinez
The Tech Wiz and Analyst
Leo loves technology and finds answers others miss. He analyzes, troubleshoots, and uncovers the truth behind the data.
KiKi Delgado
The Bold Advocate and Connector
KiKi speaks up, brings people together, and stands for what's right. She connects the dots between people, ideas, and impact.
Ellie Thompson
The Big Thinker and Storyteller
Ellie asks deep questions, sees new perspectives, and turns complex ideas into stories that inspire action.
The book's guiding message
“AI is artificial. You are the intelligence.”
- AI ethics: questioning what AI tools produce
- Cybersecurity: protecting passwords and personal details
- Digital citizenship: respect and kindness online
- Responsible decisions: pausing to think before acting
EQ × IQ
How a quest choice becomes learning evidence
- 1
Scenario
A fictional dilemma from the story, like an AI-edited photo of a classmate.
- 2
Learner's choice
The student decides what to do next.
- 3
Reasoning
They explain why, using the five protocols.
- 4
Demonstrated skills
Choices show skills like perspective-taking, checking sources, and respecting consent.
- 5
Adult insight
Teachers and parents see what was practiced and where to talk next.
Activity-based learning indicators reflect demonstrated classroom and quest choices; they are not standardized IQ tests, clinical assessments, or mental-health diagnostic tools.
Educator preview
Sample lesson structure: Real, fake, or unverified?
- Grade range
- Grades 3–8
- Objective
- Identify synthetic or unverified media and apply the Truth & Consent protocols before sharing
- Estimated time
- 30–45 minutes
- Activity
- Interactive dilemma analysis & group reflection
Discussion questions
- “Who is affected?”
- “What evidence did you check?”
- “Did you have permission?”
Assessment criteria
Evidence of perspective-taking, source verification, and respect for privacy/consent.
Offerings
Curriculum access
Proposed launch pricing in USD. Annual licenses include 12 months of access, not lifetime access. Printed books, custom training, and integrations are separate.
Online credit card purchase and automated portal provisioning are currently in preview. To join the classroom pilot or request immediate licensing for your school, request access below.
Family / Homeschool
$99/year
Up to 3 learners
- Digital book
- Learning activities in the portal
Opens your email app to send directly to contact@theethicsengine.com.
Featured launch offer
Classroom
$499/year
Up to 30 students
- Digital book
- Curriculum and interactive practice
- Portal access
School
$2,499/year
Up to 250 students
- Multiple classrooms
- Digital book and curriculum
- One onboarding session
District
Custom quote
Enrollment by agreement
- Multiple schools
- Enrollment and implementation scoped by quote
Founding School Pilot
$299 / 90 days
Up to 30 students
- One classroom
- Onboarding and feedback sessions
- $299 fee credited toward an annual license
Classroom sponsorship: $499/year. School sponsorship: $2,499/year, scoped by quote. Sponsors fund the same packages at the same prices.
Books & bundles
Availability, formats, and prices vary by retailer and location.
U.S.
International
Direct listing links not yet available:
- Fishpond
- Readings — Australia
- Mighty Ape — Australia
- Feltrinelli — Italy
- Orell Füssli — Switzerland
- YES24 — South Korea
- OpenTrolley — Singapore
- De Slegte — Netherlands/Belgium
eBooks
Kindle eBook · Amazon Kindle
eBook · Rakuten Books — JapanIndigo — CanadaKobo eBook · Indigo — CanadaDirect listing links not yet available:
- Rakuten Kobo — India
- bol — Netherlands/Belgium
Where to read the eBook
Read Code Quest: The Ethics Engine on your phone or tablet with a free reading app.
Android phone or tablet
Amazon Kindle app
Download the free Kindle app, sign in with your Amazon account, and read your Kindle copy of Code Quest.
Get it on Google PlayiPhone or iPad
Amazon Kindle app
Download the free Kindle app, get the Kindle eBook, and it appears in your library to read.
Get it on App StoreiPhone or iPad
Kobo Books app
The eBook is also distributed through Rakuten Kobo. Read your Kobo copy in the free Kobo Books app.
Get it on App Store
Kindle eBook: view on Amazon. A direct Kobo listing link is not yet available.
Printed book + curriculum
- Paperback book
- Interactive curriculum access
- Digital book included
Bundle pricing not yet announced
Launch offers will be evaluated through paid pilots. Adult reporting features will be included only as verified in the portal; psychologist tools and academic integrations are planned, not included. AI access is scoped to learning activities, not unlimited chat.
Request classroom or school access
Tell us about your classroom, school, or district and we'll reply with access and licensing details. Please don't include student names or records.