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The Farmer and the Cranes

In "The Farmer and the Cranes," a farmer initially uses an empty sling to scare away cranes from his wheat fields, but when the birds no longer fear him, he loads the sling with stones and kills many. Realizing that his threats have turned into real danger, the surviving cranes decide it's time to leave for safety, understanding that when words fail, actions must follow. This impactful moral story teaches a valuable lesson about recognizing true threats, making it a memorable addition to famous fables with moral lessons and short bedtime stories with moral insights.

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The Farmer and the Cranes - Aesop's Fable illustration about bravery, consequence, self-preservation
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Reveal Moral

"When threats are ignored, decisive action may be necessary to enforce boundaries."

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Quick Facts

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Theme
bravery
consequence
self-preservation
Characters
Farmer
Cranes

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