1. The Lion and the Mouse
A tiny mouse promises to help a mighty lion one day. When the lion is caught in a net, the mouse gnaws through the ropes and frees him. The moral: No act of kindness is too small.
2. The Tortoise and the Hare
A speedy hare mocks a slow tortoise, but during their race, the hare naps, and the tortoise wins by moving steadily. The moral: Slow and steady wins the race.
3. The Ant and the Dove
An ant falls into a stream. A dove drops a leaf to save it. Later, the ant bites a hunter about to capture the dove, saving its life. The moral: Kindness is always repaid.
4. The Fox and the Grapes
A fox sees juicy grapes but cannot reach them. He walks away, saying they are probably sour. The moral: It’s easy to hate what you can’t have.
5. The Little Red Hen
A hen asks for help making bread, but her friends refuse. When the bread is ready, she eats it alone. The moral: If you don’t help, you don’t share the reward.
6. The Rabbit and the Well
A rabbit helps other animals by sharing water from a well. When he is thirsty, they help him in return. The moral: Sharing and kindness bring friends together.
7. The Clever Crow
A thirsty crow finds a pot with little water. He drops pebbles into it until the water rises so he can drink. The moral: Where there’s a will, there’s a way.
8. The Monkey and the Crocodile
A crocodile tries to trick a monkey into coming home with him to eat his heart. The clever monkey outwits him and escapes. The moral: Think before you trust.
9. The Peacock and the Crane
A peacock boasts about his colorful feathers to a crane, who reminds him that beauty is useless without ability. The moral: Intelligence and ability matter more than looks.
10. The Wolf and the Lamb
A wolf accuses a lamb of wrongdoing to justify eating it. The moral: The strong often create excuses to exploit the weak.
These engaging stories teach children essential values like honesty, kindness, teamwork, and perseverance through relatable animal characters.