Books in Aesop's Fables series

In The Athenian and the Theban, a man from Athens and a man from Thebes discuss whether Hercules or Theseus was a greater hero. Ultimately, the Athenian out-argues the Theban and Theseuss brain is chosen over Herculess brawn. A fable of Aesop, an ancient Greek, this story and the many others like it expose readers to Aesops culture while communicating morals that continue to resonate today. Readers will love the succinct, simple structure of the fables and keep turning pages to discover the colorful illustrations complementing each one.

For thousands of years, parents and teachers have used memorable stories called fables to teach simple moral lessons to children. In the Aesops Fables by AV2 Animated Storytime series, classic fables are given a lighthearted twist. In The Lion, the Bear, and the Fox, Aesop and his troupe teach their audience that when two creatures fight for a reward, they may both end up losing. The Shorties learn that it is sometimes better to cooperate than to compete. By logging on to www.av2books.com and entering the book code found on page 2 of the book, readers can access an exclusive AV2 animated video of the story. Children can read along in their book or watch the story come to life on their computer screen.

In The Lion and Mouse, a lion catches a mouse that begs to be set free, offering a favor in the future. The lion doesnt think the mouse could ever help himuntil the little mouse is the one to free him from a net! This and 14 other fables will introduce readers to the lessons of Aesop, including The Eagle and the Beetle, another tale telling about the greatness of the small. Lovely, full-color illustrations add charm and fun to these fables, enhancing the reading experience and readers enjoyment.