Aesop

The Lion, the Fox, and the Stag

A timeless story chosen for family story time.

Ages 6โ€“10Grade 3
The Lion, the Fox, and the Stag

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Who you'll meet

Lion: The sick king of the jungle, yearning for a meal but dependent on others., Fox: A cunning creature who manipulates others for his own gain., Stag: A proud and flattered animal, unaware of the danger that awaits him.

A few story details

Where the story goes

Lion's Den: The sick Lion's home where he awaits the Stag., Wood: The forest where the Stag lives and is initially found by the Fox.

Guiding ideas

Themes

betrayal, deception, the consequences of trust

Moral

Takeaway

Be wary of flattery and donโ€™t trust everyone blindly, as not all friends have your best interests at heart.

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