Aesop's Fables

Short, classic stories with a lesson at the end, told for over 2,000 years. Retold in our own words, with pictures and read-aloud.

The Tortoise and the HareSlow and steady wins the race.Ages 5–7 The Lion and the MouseNo act of kindness is ever wasted, and even the smallest friend can help.Ages 3–5 The Ant and the GrasshopperWork hard today and plan ahead for tomorrow.Ages 5–7 The Boy Who Cried WolfIf you tell lies, people may not believe you even when you tell the truth.Ages 5–7 The Fox and the GrapesIt is easy to pretend you don't want something you can't have.Ages 3–5 The North Wind and the SunKindness and gentleness can work better than force.Ages 5–7 The Town Mouse and the Country MouseA simple life in peace is better than a fancy life full of worry.Ages 5–7 The Hen That Laid Golden EggsBeing greedy can make you lose what you already have.Ages 5–7 The Dog and His ReflectionBe happy with what you have instead of always wanting more.Ages 3–5 The Bundle of SticksTogether we are strong.Ages 5–7 The Milkmaid and Her PailDon't count your chickens before they hatch.Ages 5–7 Belling the CatA plan is only good if you can actually do it.Ages 5–7 The Bear and the Two FriendsA true friend sticks by you when things get hard.Ages 5–7