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The Weasel and the Mice

In this simple short story with moral lessons, an old weasel, unable to catch mice due to his age, disguises himself in flour to deceive unsuspecting prey. As several mice fall victim to his trap, an experienced mouse recognizes the ruse and warns others, wishing that the weasel's deceit is matched by his own success. This meaningful story illustrates the consequences of trickery and the wisdom of those who have survived many dangers.

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The Weasel and the Mice - Aesop's Fable illustration about deception, caution, survival
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Reveal Moral

"The moral of the story is that appearances can be deceiving, and one should be cautious of what seems too good to be true."

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Quick Facts

Age Group
kids
children
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Theme
deception
caution
survival
Characters
Weasel
Mice
Old Mouse

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