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The Life-Savers

In this humorous story with a moral, seventy-five law enforcement officers approach the President of the Humane Society seeking a gold medal for life-saving, claiming to have saved one life each. The President, impressed by their collective achievement, awards them the medal and recommends them for jobs at life-boat stations, blissfully unaware that their success came from apprehending two outlaws rather than traditional rescue efforts. This quick read story cleverly illustrates the unexpected outcomes of actions and the importance of understanding the true nature of one's achievements.

2 min read
4 characters
The Life-Savers - Aesop's Fable illustration about courage, teamwork, heroism
2 min4
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Reveal Moral

"True heroism often lies in the commitment to uphold justice and protect others, rather than in individual acts of bravery."

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Quick Facts

Age Group
adult
kids
children
story for class 4
story for class 5
story for class 6
story for class 7
story for class 8
Theme
courage
teamwork
heroism
Characters
Seventy-five Men
President of the Humane Society
Spokesman of the Men
two murderous outlaws

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