Aesop

The Pack-Ass, the Wild Ass, and the Lion

A classic tale to open together.

Ages 6–10Grade 3
The Pack-Ass, the Wild Ass, and the Lion

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Who you'll meet

Wild Ass: A free-spirited animal who boasts about his independence., Pack-Ass: A working animal burdened with heavy loads and reliant on its master., Lion: A powerful predator that poses a threat to the Wild Ass.

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Where the story goes

Hills: A place where the Wild Ass finds food and feels free.

Guiding ideas

Themes

freedom vs. servitude, self-reliance

Moral

Takeaway

It's important to have the ability to protect yourself, even if you claim to be free.

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