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The Two Fellows and the Bear

In this entertaining moral story, two travelers face a bear in the woods, leading one to hide in a tree while the other lies flat on the ground. After the bear leaves, the tree-dweller mocks his friend, only to learn a valuable lesson: never trust a friend who deserts you in a pinch. This short bedtime story highlights the importance of loyalty and the lessons learned from stories that resonate with readers.

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The Two Fellows and the Bear - Aesop's Fable illustration about betrayal, friendship, trust
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Reveal Moral

"True friendship is tested in times of adversity, and those who abandon you in difficult moments cannot be trusted."

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Quick Facts

Age Group
adult
kids
children
story for class 4
story for class 5
story for class 6
story for class 7
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Theme
betrayal
friendship
trust
Characters
Two Fellows
Bear
Master Bruin

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