Aesop

The Apes and the Two Travellers

A timeless story chosen for family story time.

Ages 7–11Grade 4
The Apes and the Two Travellers

A few story details

Who you'll meet

Lying Traveller: One of the two men traveling together, he always tells lies., Truthful Traveller: One of the two men traveling together, he always speaks the truth., King of the Apes: The king ruling the land of Apes, proud and eager for praise., Apes (subjects): The subjects of the Ape King, lined up in rows to display their loyalty.

A few story details

Where the story goes

Land of Apes: A kingdom ruled by apes, featuring a throne room filled with the Ape King and his subjects.

Guiding ideas

Themes

honesty vs deceit, flattery and truth, pride and its consequences

Moral

Takeaway

Flattery can be rewarded, but telling the truth may come with risks, especially when others are blinded by pride.

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