Aesop

The Fly and the Draught-Mule

A classic story selected for family reading.

Ages 6โ€“10Grade 3
The Fly and the Draught-Mule

A few story details

Who you'll meet

Fly: A small, boastful insect who tries to boss the mule around., Mule: A hardworking, sensible draught animal who pulls the cart and obeys its master., Master: The owner of the mule, who sits in the cart holding the reins and directing the mule.

A few story details

Where the story goes

Cart: A vehicle being pulled by the mule, where the master is seated., Shaft of the cart: The pole or beam attached to the cart, where the fly is perched.

Guiding ideas

Themes

authority, knowing your place, self-importance vs. true influence

Moral

Takeaway

Listen to those who truly have authority and donโ€™t let insignificant voices distract or annoy you.

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