The Hares & the Frogs
But while they were talking about how best to meet death, they thought they heard a noise and were running off to the warren in a flash.
On the way, they passed a pond where a family of Frogs sat among the reeds on the bank.
In an instant, the startled Frogs were seeking safety in the mud.
“Look,” cried a Hare, “things are not so bad after all, for here are creatures who are even afraid of us!”
However unlucky we may think we are, there is always someone worse off than ourselves.
Moral of the story
Perspective matters: Sometimes, looking at the situation from a different angle can make it seem less challenging.
Gratitude for what you have: It’s essential to appreciate what you have rather than focus on what you lack.
Questions for the children
- Why do you think the Hares felt better when they saw the Frogs were afraid of them?
- Can you think of a time when you felt upset about something, but then realized it wasn’t as bad as you thought?
Post Note: This story is based on Aesop’s fable, written around 600 BC. In this retelling, we’ve used simpler words to make the story easier for young readers to understand.
