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The Partridge and the FowlerFriendshipNever save yourself by betraying your friends.Grades 3–5Level 1
The Peasant and the Apple TreeGreedSome people care only when there is something in it for them.Grades 2–4Level 1
The Peasant and the EagleKindnessA kindness done today may come back when you need it.Grades 2–4Level 1
The Philosopher the Ants and MercuryHumilityLook at your own actions before you judge others.Grades 5–8Level 1
The Piglet the Sheep and the GoatKindnessDo not judge a fear you have never had to face.Grades 3–5Level 1
The Pomegranate Apple-Tree and BrambleHumilityThe ones with the least to offer often boast the most.Grades 2–4Level 1
The ProphetHonestyThose who claim to see everything can miss what is closest.Grades 2–4Level 1
The Quack FrogHonestyBefore you offer to fix others, fix yourself.Grades 2–4Level 1
The Raven and the SwanHumilityYou cannot wash yourself into being someone else.Grades 3–5Level 1
The Rich Man and the TannerPatienceGive it time, and you can get used to almost anything.Grades 2–4Level 1
The Salt Merchant and His AssHonestyA trick played once too often can turn on you.Grades 2–4Level 1
The Scorpion and the LadybugFriendshipA promise does not change what someone is.Grades 3–5Level 1

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The Seaside TravelersPatienceWhat we hope for often looks bigger from far away.Grades 2–4Level 1
The She Goats and Their BeardsSomeone else looking like you takes nothing away from you.Grades 5–8Level 1
The Seller of ImagesHonestyIf it is so wonderful, ask why they are selling it.Grades 2–4Level 1
The Shepherd and the DogCourageCheck who you let in before you shut the gate.Grades 2–4Level 1
The Shepherd and the SeaGreedSomething that looks gentle today may not be gentle tomorrow.Grades 2–4Level 1
The Shepherd and the SheepKindnessTake care of those who take care of you.Grades 2–4Level 1
The Shepherd and the WolfHonestyShow someone how to steal, and they may steal from you.Grades 2–4Level 1
The Shipwrecked Man and the SeaFairnessBefore you blame, find out what really happened.Grades 2–4Level 1
The Sick KiteFriendshipMake friends while you are well, not just when you need them.Grades 2–4Level 1
The Silkworm and SpiderHard workGood work takes time, and good work lasts.Grades 2–4Level 1
The Spendthrift and the SwallowPatienceOne swallow does not make a summer.Grades 3–5Level 1
The Sparrow and the HareKindnessDo not laugh at trouble, for it may come to you.Grades 3–5Level 1