Aesop

The Astronomer

A classic story selected for family reading.

Ages 6–10Grade 3
The Astronomer

A few story details

Who you'll meet

Astronomer: A man deeply passionate about studying the stars; tends to be absent-minded and oblivious to his surroundings when focused on his interests., Passerby: A person who comes across the Astronomer in the well; practical and quick to point out the Astronomer's lack of attention.

A few story details

Where the story goes

Town Gates: The entrance or exit of the town, near where the Astronomer was walking., Dry Well: An old, empty well outside the town gates where the Astronomer falls.

Guiding ideas

Themes

attention, consequences, humor

Moral

Takeaway

Pay attention to your surroundings while following your passions, or you might end up in trouble.

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