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Romance of the Western ChamberHonestyTrue love and merit should prevail over social status and broken promises, highlighting the importance of emotional agency over rigid tradition.Grades 5–8Level 5
Romulus and RemusThe founding of great civilizations often requires immense sacrifice, yet internal strife and the pursuit of absolute power can destroy even the closest bonds.Grades 5–8Level 4
Roro JonggrangClevernessDeception and trickery lead to tragic consequences, and love can never be successfully won through force or supernatural coercion.Grades 5–8Level 4
Rosa Parks on the BusCourageTrue change begins with the courage of a single individual to stand up—or sit down—for their dignity and human rights.Grades 3–5Level 3
RumpelstiltskinGreedBe careful of the promises you make in desperation, and remember that boasting and greed often lead to perilous consequences.Grades 3–5Level 2
Rusalka the Water MaidenBeware of deceptive beauty and the allure of things that belong to another world, for some longings can never be satisfied in the realm of the living.Grades 5–8Level 4
Rubezahl the Mountain SpiritHumilityTrue character is revealed by how one treats others when they think no one is watching, and nature rewards the humble while humbling the proud.Grades 3–5Level 4
Rustam and EsfandiyarBlind obedience to authority and the pursuit of power can lead to the destruction of even the most noble souls.Grades 5–8Level 3
Rustam and RakhshFriendshipTrue greatness is achieved through a partnership of mutual loyalty, strength, and intelligence.Grades 3–5Level 4
Rustam and SohrabThe tragedy highlights the devastating consequences of pride, the breakdown of communication, and the senseless nature of war that turns kin against kin.Grades 5–8Level 3
Ruth and NaomiKindnessLoyalty, kindness, and devotion to family transcend national boundaries and are rewarded with divine grace and a lasting legacy.Grades 2–4Level 3
SadkoHumilityTrue wealth lies in one's talent and integrity, and one must remain loyal to their roots even when faced with supernatural temptation or immense riches.Grades 3–5Level 4

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Saci Perere the TricksterPatienceMischief is an inherent part of the natural world, reminding us to handle life's small frustrations with patience and a sense of humor.Grades 2–4Level 4
Saint Anthony in the DesertCourageTrue spiritual victory is found through inner discipline and the courage to face one's own demons in the silence of solitude.Grades 3–5Level 3
Saint Anthony's TemptationsCourageTrue spiritual strength is forged through the endurance of trials and the unwavering belief that divine help is always present, even when it is silent.Grades 5–8Level 3
Saint Bernard and the BeesTrue faith combined with spiritual authority can overcome even the most persistent and chaotic distractions of the physical world.Grades 2–4Level 5
Saint Brendan's VoyageHard workFaith and perseverance can transform a perilous journey into a path of spiritual discovery and divine revelation.Grades 2–4Level 4
Saint Brigid's CloakHumilityWith faith and humility, even the smallest offerings can expand into great blessings that serve the common good.Grades 2–4Level 3
Saint Christopher Carries ChristKindnessTrue power is found in humble service to others, for in serving the vulnerable, we serve the Divine.Grades 3–5Level 3
Saint Catherine and the WheelCourageUnyielding faith and intellectual integrity can shatter the instruments of oppression and overcome the most powerful earthly adversaries.Grades 5–8Level 5
Saint Clare and the Blessed SacramentCourageThe power of faith and spiritual conviction is greater than any physical weapon or earthly force.Grades 3–5Level 4
Saint Dominic and the RosaryPatiencePersistence in prayer and humble meditation on divine mysteries can overcome the greatest obstacles of the heart.Grades 3–5Level 4
Saint George and the DragonCourageTrue courage is found when unwavering faith is used to stand against the most terrifying evils.Grades 3–5Level 3
Saint George and the Dragon (Extended)CourageTrue courage is found when one stands against overwhelming evil to protect the innocent, guided by faith and a righteous heart.Grades 3–5Level 3