Aesop

The Shepherd and the Wolf

A timeless story chosen for family story time.

Ages 6–10Grade 3
The Shepherd and the Wolf

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Who you'll meet

Shepherd: A caretaker who raises the Wolf's Cub with his dogs., Wolf's Cub: A young wolf raised by the Shepherd, who struggles between his innate instincts and loyalty.

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Where the story goes

Pastures: Wide fields where the Shepherd finds the Wolf's Cub and raises him.

Guiding ideas

Themes

identity, nature vs nurture, betrayal

Moral

Takeaway

Trust your instincts, but be mindful of your actions.

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