Aesop

The Ass and the Mule

A classic story selected for family reading.

Ages 6–10Grade 3
The Ass and the Mule

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Who you'll meet

Man: The owner of both the ass (donkey) and the mule; tasked with transporting goods., Ass: A hardworking but weaker donkey who struggles with the difficult journey., Mule: A stronger, stubborn pack animal who refuses to help the ass.

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Where the story goes

Road through hills: A journey path that begins flat but becomes rough and steep in a hilly area.

Guiding ideas

Themes

selfishness, helping others, regret, consequences of refusing help

Moral

Takeaway

If you refuse to help others when they need it, you may end up with even greater burdens yourself.

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