Aesop

The Stag with One Eye

A short classic selected for shared reading.

Ages 6–10Grade 3
The Stag with One Eye

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Who you'll meet

Stag: A stag with one blind eye, cautious and alert, trying to protect himself from danger while grazing near the sea., Sailors: People traveling along the shoreline by sea who spot the stag and shoot him with an arrow.

A few story details

Where the story goes

Sea shore: The area where land meets the sea, where the stag is grazing and the sailors pass by.

Guiding ideas

Themes

unexpected danger, misplaced trust, vigilance

Moral

Takeaway

Dangers can come from unexpected places, so it's important to be aware of all possible risks.

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