Aesop

The Grasshopper and the Ants

A family classic chosen for the StoryBloom shelf.

Ages 5–9Grade 2
The Grasshopper and the Ants

A few story details

Who you'll meet

Ants: A group of hardworking insects who prepare for winter by storing food., Grasshopper: A carefree insect who prefers singing during summer instead of collecting food.

A few story details

Where the story goes

Ants' drying area: A place outdoors where the Ants are drying corn after a rainy spell in winter.

Guiding ideas

Themes

preparation, responsibility, consequences, work vs. play

Moral

Takeaway

If you fail to prepare for the future, you may suffer when hard times come.

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