Books in Aesop's Fables series

The classic tale of The Town Mouse and the Country Mouse highlights that one can live in peace and happiness in a poorer homeand appreciate it! It also shows the virtue of knowing yourself and in what environments you thrive. Such lessons can be hard to learn without living through them, but Aesops fables present them to readers in an understandable, lively way. Colorful illustrations spark readers imagination as they absorb each lesson through terrific, succinct storytelling like The Peacock and Hera and The Farmer and Fortune.

Playing tricks can get people into trouble quicklyespecially if they lie, such as in the story of The Boy Who Cried Wolf. In The Donkey in the Lions Skin, its clear that no matter what you wear on the outside, if youre foolish, it will still show when you speak. Through these fables and many others, readers will be introduced to life lessons in an accessible way. Full-color illustrations of each fable add a bit of fun and fancy to some stories more serious morals.

The central message of the well-known fable The Wolf in Sheeps Clothing seems to be a simple one: appearances can be deceiving. In The Milkmaid and the Pail, readers learn not to count chickens before they hatch. Though it often takes life experiences to learn such lessons, Aesops fables lay the groundwork for readers. Through more than a dozen fables, readers encounter ideas important to character education as they use their imagination to meet Aesops lively characters. Brightly colored illustrations portray each fable in vivid detail.

Even the King of the Jungle needs help sometimes but who is brave enough to help such a powerful beast? Courage comes in all sizes in Aesops classic fable, The Lion and the Mouse. Readers who are familiar with this timeless tale and those who are new to the story will love the simple, beautiful language of this retelling. Endearing illustrations enrich the narrative and draw in even reluctant readers. The unlikely friendship between a grouchy lion and a fearless mouse introduces readers to important concepts such as respecting differences and using ones weaknesses as strengths. With relatable characters and a poignant moral, this book is sure to become a favorite in any library.

Even the King of the Jungle needs help sometimes but who is brave enough to help such a powerful beast? Courage comes in all sizes in Aesops classic fable, The Lion and the Mouse. Readers who are familiar with this timeless tale and those who are new to the story will love the simple, beautiful language of this retelling. Endearing illustrations enrich the narrative and draw in even reluctant readers. The unlikely friendship between a grouchy lion and a fearless mouse introduces readers to important concepts such as respecting differences and using ones weaknesses as strengths. With relatable characters and a poignant moral, this book is sure to become a favorite in any library.

George the shepherd is tired of watching his peaceful sheep play. Wouldnt it be more interesting to stir up some trouble with rumors of a wolf? In this retelling of this classic cautionary tale, readers will learn the importance of honesty and the consequences of lying! Readers will love the charming illustrations of George, his adorable sheep, and the sneaky beast lurking in the shadows. Theyll also relate to this timeless narrative, which is as relevant as ever, even in the twenty-first century. A poignant retelling of one of Aesops most famous fables, this book will be at home in any library.

The town mouse lives like a king, but luxuries come at a price: cats and dogs! When the country mouse visits town, she realizes that sometimes, the safest place to be is home sweet home. This retelling of Aesop's classic fable uses beautiful, simple language to make the timeless tale accessible to modern readers. Charming, humorous illustrations bring a fresh look to this famous narrative. Readers will love seeing these two mice get into mischief, from sneakily watching television to nibbling on cupcakes! They'll also learn the grass isn't always greener on the other side, and other important morals! With relatable characters and life lessons, this thoughtful fable will be at home in any library.