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The Hawk and the Nightingale

In the classic moral story "The Hawk and the Nightingale," a Hawk captures a Nightingale and dismisses his pleas for freedom, arguing that he would be foolish to forgo an easy meal for the uncertainty of pursuing larger prey. This short moral story illustrates the wisdom of valuing what is readily available rather than chasing after uncertain prospects. As with many small moral stories, it teaches a timeless lesson about the dangers of greed and the importance of appreciating the present.

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The Hawk and the Nightingale - Aesop's Fable illustration about Survival, Opportunity, Acceptance
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Reveal Moral

"The moral of the story is that one should not overlook immediate opportunities for uncertain prospects."

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Quick Facts

Age Group
kids
children
story for class 2
story for class 3
story for class 4
Theme
Survival
Opportunity
Acceptance
Characters
Nightingale
Hawk

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