Aesop
A short classic selected for shared reading.
A few story details
First Rooster: One of two roosters living on the same farm, initially loses the fight and hides in a dark corner, but becomes the leader after the other rooster is taken by the eagle., Second Rooster: The second of two roosters, wins the fight and boasts loudly from the rooftop, but is swiftly snatched away by an eagle., Eagle: A powerful bird of prey who spots the boasting rooster from above and carries him away.
A few story details
Farmyard: A shared outdoor area where the two roosters live and fight for dominance., Stables Roof: The rooftop of the farm's stables where the winning rooster crows after his victory., Dark Corner: A hidden, shadowy spot on the farm where the losing rooster goes to hide after the fight., Sky: The open sky above the farm, where the eagle soars and searches for prey.
Guiding ideas
pride and downfall, rivalry, unexpected consequences, humility
Moral
Pride can lead to unexpected consequences and downfall.
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