Aesop

The Hawk, the Kite, and the Pigeons

A classic story selected for family reading.

Ages 6–10Grade 3
The Hawk, the Kite, and the Pigeons

A few story details

Who you'll meet

Pigeons: A group of birds living in the dovecote, facing threats from the Kite., Kite: A predatory bird that threatens the Pigeons by swooping down and capturing them., Hawk: A bird brought in by the Pigeons for protection, who ultimately becomes a greater threat.

A few story details

Where the story goes

Dovecote: A shelter where the Pigeons live and gather, which becomes a site of conflict.

Guiding ideas

Themes

the consequences of bad choices, the dangers of trusting the wrong protector

Moral

Takeaway

Be careful whom you trust for protection, as it might lead to greater danger.

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