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AesopValue and worth

The Cock and the Pearl

In this unique moral story, a cock discovers a pearl in the farmyard and realizes that, while it holds value for humans, he would much prefer a simple grain of barley. This tale highlights the moral that valuable items are only appreciated by those who understand their worth, making it a fitting addition to popular moral stories for young readers and students alike.

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The Cock and the Pearl - Aesop's Fable illustration about Value and worth, appreciation of resources, self-awareness
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"The moral of the story is that valuable things are only meaningful to those who can appreciate their worth."

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Quick Facts

Age Group
kids
children
story for class 2
story for class 3
story for class 4
story for class 5
Theme
Value and worth
appreciation of resources
self-awareness
Characters
cock
hens
pearl

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