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The Cock and the Jewel

In "The Cock and the Jewel," a cock, while searching for food, stumbles upon a precious jewel but declares it worthless compared to a simple grain of barley. This engaging moral tale emphasizes that practical needs surpass material wealth, illustrating a key lesson found in many creative moral stories. Through this animal story with moral, readers are reminded that true value lies in fulfilling basic necessities rather than chasing after superficial riches.

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The Cock and the Jewel - Aesop's Fable illustration about Value, Practicality, Contentment

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"Value lies in utility rather than in material worth; what is precious to one may be worthless to another."

In "Fortune and the Fabulist," a writer of fables encounters a personification of Fortune in a forest, initially attempting to escape but ultimately overwhelmed by its promises of wealth and respectability. Despite the allure of luxurious living and the chaos that often accompanies such riches, the writer remains detached and tranquil, yearning for quietude instead. This small moral story serves as an inspirational reminder that true contentment often lies beyond the material allure of Fortune.

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The Camel and the Arab

In the well-known moral story "The Camel and the Arab," an Arab camel-driver asks his camel whether it prefers to go uphill or downhill after being loaded. The camel wisely points out that the real preference would be for a flat, level path through the desert, emphasizing the absurdity of the limited choices presented. This inspirational story with moral highlights the importance of recognizing broader options in life, making it a culturally significant example of moral-based storytelling.

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The Fox and the Cat

In "The Fox and the Cat," a well-known moral story from short story collections with moral lessons, a boastful Fox brags about his many tricks for escaping danger, while the pragmatic Cat relies on her single, reliable method. When a pack of hounds approaches, the Cat quickly escapes by climbing a tree, while the Fox hesitates and ultimately meets his demise. This engaging moral tale emphasizes the value of having one dependable solution over numerous uncertain options, making it a great addition to moral stories for students.

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Age Group: kids
children
story for class 2
story for class 3
story for class 4
Theme: Value
Practicality
Contentment
Characters: Cock
hens
owner
precious stone

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