#5. “The Tortoise and the Hare”
I would not consider the moral to be “slow and steady wins the race” but rather “you snooze you lose.” Gloating is never a good personality trait, and it is obvious that the turtle only won because of the rabbit’s hubris. However, slow and steady does not apply to a realistic race, but of course these fables involve a twinge of imagination, so correct me if I am running in the wrong lane.
#4. “The Town Mouse and the Country Mouse”
It is admittable that plenty is better than scarcity. Although it is true that a simple life is better than a bustling and noisy city environment, it is not so much a lesson but rather a choice given to kids based on how they would like to live out their days. It is not up to kids to decide that at such a young age, but rather to dream. Exaggeration is a key factor in this fable.
#3. “The Dog and His Reflection”
Greed is a taboo, but today’s Earth is not so lucky as to swerve from it. This fable involves a lucky mutt who receives a bone from a butcher. Making his swift way across a bridge, he spots his foolish reflection, one with which masquerades a much larger bone than his. And so the mutt unwisely reaches to purloin the other dog’s rightful bone, and he topples over the bridge of avarice. It is a witless thing to be so rapacious.
#2. “The Fox and the Crow”
To be wary of flattery appears dastardly and quite impossible for the vain, but it can be evenly simple if one is observant of ulterior motives in all the most charming folks. Do not be so tempted by what you desire most. In other words, think before you act, and most importantly, discern the difference between insincerity and clarity.
#1. “The Boy Who Cried Wolf”
White lies may have been passed across generations, serving as gentle ways to avoid hurting one’s feelings, but there comes a point where white lies and plain ol’ lying is impermissible. This story highlights the consequences that follow continuous false claims, eventually leading to social decay and distrust in brethren. The importance of this fable is to manifest credence in a community if one expects to achieve safety or even a bargain in return. And evidently, not to lie.