It was a hot summer afternoon and the Black Crow was thirsty. She was on her way back home after visiting a friend and the sun was so hot that it was burning her feathers! She flew harder dreaming about the pitcher full of deliciously cold water at home. But home was still far away.… Continue reading Crow and the Pitcher
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The Fox & the Grapes
One fine evening, the Lil’ Fox was on his way home after playing in the Sun all day long. The Lil’ Fox was merrily jumping by when he saw a bunch of ripe, juicy, sun-kissed grapes hanging in the vine just above him. The grapes seemed ready to burst with juice, and the Lil’ Fox’s… Continue reading The Fox & the Grapes
Belling the Cat
In a land where cheese was plenty and where there was sunshine all round the year, there lived a colony of Mice. They lived a happy content life. They could eat all the cheese they need. They could sing and dance to their heart’s content. They could play all day long and sleep with abandon… Continue reading Belling the Cat
Wolf and the Little Lamb
Once upon a time a weary Old Wolf was drinking water from a merry little spring on a hillside. The Old Wolf was tired and hungry. He did not have the energy of youth. He filled his belly with water but his stomach still growled. Fortunately today was a lucky day for the Old Wolf,… Continue reading Wolf and the Little Lamb