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Tanuki the TricksterKindnessTrue friendship and prosperity are found when we use our unique talents to help those who have shown us genuine kindness.Grades 2–4Level 3
Temujin and Borte's RescueFriendshipTrue strength lies in the ability to build alliances and the unwavering loyalty to those we love.Grades 5–8Level 3
Temujin's Childhood HardshipsCourageTrue strength is forged in the fires of adversity, and resilience is the foundation of destiny.Grades 5–8Level 5
Tenali Raman and the BrinjalClevernessWith presence of mind and cleverness, one can navigate out of the most dangerous situations.Grades 3–5Level 4
Tenali Raman and the CatClevernessBlindly following orders without using your own intelligence is foolish; practical wisdom often yields better results than forced charity.Grades 3–5Level 3
Tenali Raman and the GoddessClevernessPresence of mind and a sense of humor can turn even a daunting situation into a great opportunity.Grades 2–4Level 3
Tenali Raman and the King's DreamClevernessOne must distinguish between fantasy and reality, and not demand the impossible based on mere dreams.Grades 2–4Level 3
Tenali Raman and the ThievesClevernessWit and presence of mind are far more powerful than physical strength or deceit.Grades 2–4Level 3
Tenali Raman's Wit Saves the DayClevernessPresence of mind and quick wit can help you turn a dangerous situation into a personal advantage.Grades 2–4Level 2
Tezcatlipoca the Smoking MirrorChange and conflict are essential forces of nature, and one must face their own reflection—both the dark and the light—to understand the truth of existence.Grades 3–5Level 5
Thales Falls in a WellClevernessTrue wisdom requires a balance between higher intellectual pursuits and the practical realities of everyday life.Grades 2–4Level 4
The Abduction of HelenGreedThe pursuit of selfish desire at the expense of honor and sacred duty can lead to catastrophic consequences for entire nations.Grades 5–8Level 4

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The Aesir-Vanir WarFriendshipTrue harmony is achieved not through the total conquest of an enemy, but through the integration of different perspectives and strengths.Grades 5–8Level 4
The Analects of ConfuciusKindnessTrue wisdom and social harmony are achieved through self-cultivation, respect for tradition, and treating others with empathy and sincerity.Grades 3–5Level 5
The Aos SíRespect the boundaries of the natural and supernatural worlds, for the unseen forces of the earth demand reverence and caution.Grades 3–5Level 3
The Ark of the Covenant in EthiopiaTrue legacy is not just found in bloodlines, but in the divine responsibility to protect what is sacred and wise.Grades 3–5Level 4
The Apple of DiscordHumilitySmall slights and acts of vanity can ignite catastrophic conflicts that spiral out of control.Grades 3–5Level 4
The Arrow BundleFriendshipUnity provides an unbreakable strength that no individual can possess alone.Grades 2–4Level 2
The Ass and His PurchaserFriendshipA man is known by the company he keeps.Grades 2–4Level 4
The Ass in the Lion's SkinHonestyClothes may disguise a fool, but his words will give him away.Grades 2–4Level 1
The Ba and the KaThe soul finds its strength in the balance between the freedom of the spirit and the preservation of one's identity and roots.Grades 3–5Level 5
The Baal Shem Tov's MiracleKindnessTrue faith can transcend the physical laws of the world and find light in the coldest of circumstances.Grades 2–4Level 4
The Ballad of MulanCourageTrue bravery and devotion to family transcend gender, proving that honor is found in one's actions and character.Grades 3–5Level 4
The Banshee's WailDeath is an inevitable part of the natural cycle, and there is a sacred respect to be found in the journey of the soul.Grades 5–8Level 3