Aesop

The Lamb Chased by a Wolf

A family classic chosen for the StoryBloom shelf.

Ages 6–10Grade 3
The Lamb Chased by a Wolf

A few story details

Who you'll meet

Wolf: A cunning predator trying to catch and eat the lamb., Lamb: A vulnerable but quick-thinking animal trying to escape the wolf., Priest: A figure mentioned by the wolf, who performs sacrifices in the temple.

A few story details

Where the story goes

Temple: A sacred place that serves as a refuge for the lamb and a place where sacrifices are made., Temple precincts: The area around and inside the temple where the lamb hides from the wolf.

Guiding ideas

Themes

self-preservation, choosing the lesser evil, resourcefulness

Moral

Takeaway

Sometimes, choosing the lesser of two dangers is the wisest decision.

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