Aesop

The Oxen and the Butchers

A classic story selected for family reading.

Ages 6–10Grade 3
The Oxen and the Butchers

A few story details

Who you'll meet

Oxen: A group of cattle who are suffering at the hands of the butchers and seek revenge., Butchers: People who slaughter the oxen skillfully, causing them necessary harm but little unnecessary pain., Old Ox: A wise and experienced member of the oxen, who advises against the violent plan and warns of the consequences.

A few story details

Where the story goes

Oxen Gathering Place: The place where the oxen assemble to discuss their plan for revenge against the butchers.

Guiding ideas

Themes

revenge, wisdom vs. impulse, consequences of actions, acceptance, experience vs. inexperience

Moral

Takeaway

Sometimes, seeking revenge can bring greater harm than accepting reality, and experience matters even in unfortunate situations.

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