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The Wolves and the Sheep

In "The Wolves and the Sheep," a classic tale from famous moral stories, the cunning Wolves persuade the naive Sheep to dismiss their protective Dogs by claiming the Dogs are the true source of conflict. This educational moral story illustrates the dangers of misplaced trust, as the defenseless Sheep fall victim to the Wolves' deceit, highlighting a vital life lesson about the importance of heeding wise counsel for personal growth.

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The Wolves and the Sheep - Aesop's Fable illustration about deception, betrayal, conflict
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Reveal Moral

"Beware of deceitful persuasion, as it can lead to your own downfall."

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Quick Facts

Age Group
kids
children
story for class 2
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story for class 4
story for class 5
Theme
deception
betrayal
conflict
Characters
Wolves
Sheep
Dogs

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