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Oscar Wilde Fairy Tales

9 stories, retold short enough for one lesson.

9 stories

The Birthday of the InfantaKindnessTrue beauty lies within the soul, and the lack of empathy can be far more hideous than any physical deformity.Grades 5–8Level 4

The Devoted FriendFriendshipTrue friendship is defined by selfless actions and mutual sacrifice rather than grand, hypocritical speeches used to exploit others.Grades 5–8Level 3

The Fisherman and His SoulLove is more precious than wisdom or wealth, but one cannot truly live or love holily if the heart and soul are divided.9+Level 3

The Happy PrinceKindnessTrue beauty and greatness are found in selfless sacrifice and compassion for the suffering, rather than in outward wealth or titles.Grades 3–5Level 3

The Nightingale and the RoseKindnessTrue sacrifice is often wasted on those who value material wealth and cold intellectualism over the selfless depth of the heart.Grades 5–8Level 3

The Remarkable RocketHumilityArrogance and self-importance often lead to a lonely, unobserved failure, as true greatness requires more than just high self-opinion.Grades 2–4Level 4

The Selfish GiantKindnessTrue happiness and redemption are found through kindness, generosity, and sharing one's blessings with others.Grades 3–5Level 2

The Star-ChildKindnessTrue beauty is found in kindness and humility of heart, while vanity and cruelty transform the soul into something hideous.Grades 3–5Level 3

The Young KingKindnessTrue nobility and beauty are found in compassion and sacrifice rather than in material wealth built upon the suffering of others.Grades 5–8Level 5