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The Swollen Fox

In this famous moral story, a hungry fox indulges in bread and meat found in a hollow oak, only to become trapped due to his gluttony. Another fox advises him that he must wait until he loses weight to escape, illustrating the life-changing moral that moderation is key. This concise moral story serves as a reminder of the consequences of overindulgence.

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The Swollen Fox - Aesop's Fable illustration about gluttony, consequences of actions, friendship
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Reveal Moral

"Indulgence can lead to entrapment; to escape difficult situations, one must often return to their original state."

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Quick Facts

Age Group
kids
children
story for class 2
story for class 3
story for class 4
Theme
gluttony
consequences of actions
friendship
Characters
Fox
shepherds

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