Aesop

The Bee and Jupiter

A classic story selected for family reading.

Ages 6–10Grade 3
The Bee and Jupiter

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Who you'll meet

Queen Bee: The leader of the bees from Hymettus who brings honey to Jupiter and asks for stingers to protect her hive., Jupiter: The king of the gods on Mount Olympus who receives the honey and responds to the Queen Bee's request.

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Where the story goes

Hymettus: A region known for its bees and honey, home of the Queen Bee., Mount Olympus: The mythical home of Jupiter and the other gods.

Guiding ideas

Themes

consequences, gratitude, requests and wishes, unintended outcomes

Moral

Takeaway

Be careful what you wish for, because harmful wishes can end up hurting you.

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