Title	Author	Summary	Moral	Setting
The Tortoise and the Hare	Aesop	A slow but steady tortoise wins a race against a swift but arrogant hare.	Slow and steady wins the race.	A forest
The Fox and the Grapes	Aesop	A hungry fox sees grapes out of reach and dismisses them as sour.	It's easy to despise what you cannot have.	A vineyard
The Boy Who Cried Wolf	Aesop	A shepherd boy repeatedly tricks villagers into thinking a wolf is attacking until a real wolf appears.	Liars are not believed even when they tell the truth.	A village
The Ant and the Grasshopper	Aesop	An ant works hard to gather food for winter while a grasshopper plays without worry; the ant survives while the grasshopper suffers.	Prepare today for the needs of tomorrow.	Summer field
The Lion and the Mouse	Aesop	A small mouse helps a mighty lion escape a hunter's net, proving that even the smallest can be of help to the mighty.	No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted.	A jungle
The Crow and the Pitcher	Aesop	A thirsty crow cleverly drops pebbles into a pitcher to raise the water level and quench its thirst.	Necessity is the mother of invention.	A village well
The Goose That Laid the Golden Eggs	Aesop	A farmer who kills his goose that lays golden eggs in hopes of getting more is left with nothing.	Greed often overreaches itself.	A farmhouse
The Fox and the Crow	Aesop	A crow is tricked by a sly fox into dropping her cheese by flattering her singing.	Beware of flatterers.	A forest
The Wolf in Sheep's Clothing	Aesop	A wolf disguises himself as a sheep to infiltrate the flock but is ultimately discovered.	Appearances can be deceiving.	A pasture
Belling the Cat	Aesop	Mice plot to bell the cat to make him easier to avoid, but no one is brave enough to do it.	Easier said than done.	A mouse community
The Dog and the Shadow	Aesop	A dog loses its food while trying to grab at a shadow of another piece of meat.	Don't be greedy.	A riverbank
The Farmer and the Stork	Aesop	A farmer catches a stork in his net with some cranes and does not let it go, reminding it that it was with the wrong company.	You are judged by the company you keep.	A field
The Mouse and the Lion	Aesop	A mouse helps free a lion from a hunter's net, proving that kindness is never wasted.	Little friends may prove great friends.	A jungle
The Bundle of Sticks	Aesop	A father teaches his sons that while individual sticks are weak, bundled together they are strong.	Unity is strength.	A homestead
The Wind and the Sun	Aesop	The wind and sun compete to see who can get a traveler to remove his coat; the sun wins by warming him.	Gentleness and kind persuasion win where force fails.	A sunny path
The Last Leaf	O. Henry	A sick girl believes she will die when the last leaf falls from a vine, but an artist paints a leaf to give her hope.	Hope can be life-saving.	A city apartment building
The Lion's Share	Aesop	When a lion shares a hunt with other animals, he claims the best parts, teaching that the powerful take the most.	Might makes right.	A savannah
The ant and the butterfly	Unknown	An ant criticizes a butterfly for being carefree, but the butterfly teaches the ant about joy.	Life is short; enjoy it.	A sunny garden
The rabbit and the turtle	Unknown	A boastful rabbit races with a slow turtle, but the turtle wins through persistence.	Never underestimate others.	A meadow
The two frogs	Unknown	Two frogs find themselves in a pot of milk, and one gives up, while the other keeps swimming until the milk turns to butter.	Never give up.	A dairy farm
The oak and the reed	Unknown	An oak tree is proud and refuses to bend in a storm, while a reed survives by bending.	Flexibility can save you.	A riverbank
The wolf and the crane	Aesop	A crane helps a wolf eat by removing a bone from its throat, but the wolf does not reward her.	Don't expect gratitude from the ungrateful.	A forest
The hare and the hedgehog	Unknown	A hedgehog outsmarts a hare in a race, proving that wit can conquer speed.	Cleverness can win over swiftness.	A hilly terrain
The monkey and the dolphin	Unknown	A monkey is saved by a dolphin but when asked for help, it betrays the dolphin.	Be wary of those who betray trust.	A coastal area
The fox and the stork	Aesop	A fox invites a stork to dinner and serves food in a shallow dish; the stork reciprocates with a tall jar.	Treat others as you wish to be treated.	A forest
The sparrow and the owl	Unknown	A sparrow seeks wisdom from an owl but learns that wisdom often comes with a price.	Wisdom is valuable but not free.	A tree
The story of the fir tree	Hans Christian Andersen	A fir tree wishes to grow up quickly to be used by people, only to regret longing for the outside.	Appreciate where you are now.	A forest
The fox, the grapes, and the hen	Unknown	A fox tricks a hen into giving up her eggs for a promise of safety.	Beware of deceit and trusting too quickly.	A farm
The rabbit and the monkey	Unknown	A rabbit and monkey compete to see who can catch the most food, but they learn cooperation is key.	Two can do more than one.	A forest clearing
The golden touch	Midas mythology	King Midas gets everything he touches turning to gold but later regrets his wish.	Be careful what you wish for.	A royal palace
The magic fish	Grimm Brothers	A fisherman releases a fish that grants wishes, but his greedy wife ultimately loses everything.	Greed brings ruin.	An ocean shore
The princess and the pea	Hans Christian Andersen	A prince tests a girl's sensitivity to prove she is a true princess by placing a pea under twenty mattresses.	True identity can't be hidden.	A castle
The ugly duckling	Hans Christian Andersen	An ugly duckling grows into a beautiful swan, teaching that beauty is often unseen at first.	Don't judge by appearances.	A pond
The little match girl	Hans Christian Andersen	A poor girl tries to sell matches in the cold and finds warmth in her dreams before dying.	Cherish the warmth of love and family.	A snowy street
The elf and the shoemaker	Grimm Brothers	A shoemaker is helped by elves who make shoes at night, leading to his success.	Kindness is often rewarded unexpectedly.	A workshop
The golden egg	Brothers Grimm	A hen lays a golden egg daily until the farmer's greed leads to disaster.	Greed leads to poverty.	A farm
The wise old owl	Unknown	An old owl advises the animals in the forest, guiding them with sage wisdom.	Wisdom comes with age and experience.	A wooded area
The fox and the lion	Aesop	A fox encounters a lion and learns that fear is often more daunting than reality.	Fear of the unknown is often worse than the threat.	A savannah
The gingerbread man	Unknown	A gingerbread man escapes from various pursuers until a clever fox eats him.	Innocence can lead to danger and adventure.	A kitchen
The boy and the filberts	Aesop	A boy reaches into a jar for filberts and gets his hand stuck because he wants too much.	Greed can lead to loss.	A countryside
The stubborn donkey	Unknown	A donkey stubbornly refuses to move and ends up stuck in mud, teaching the need for cooperation.	Be adaptable to your circumstances.	A farm area
The lion and the mouse	Aesop	A mouse's act of kindness towards a lion leads to unexpected help in return.	Even the smallest friend can be of great help.	A jungle
Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs	Grimm Brothers	Snow White finds refuge with seven dwarfs as she flees from a wicked queen.	Beauty and kindness prevail against evil.	A forest
Cinderella	Grimm Brothers	A kind girl, mistreated by her stepmother, finds true love with the help of magical creatures.	Goodness will be rewarded.	A kingdom
Aladdin and the Magic Lamp	One Thousand and One Nights	A poor young man finds a magical lamp that grants him wishes, leading to a fantastic life.	Wealth can come from the most unexpected places.	A marketplace
The ant and the dove	Aesop	An ant saves a dove from drowning, and in return, the dove helps the ant in its time of need.	One good turn deserves another.	A riverbank
The lion and the mouse	Aesop	A lion spares a mouse who later helps rescue him from a trap.	Acts of kindness are never wasted.	A jungle
The tale of the two goats	Aesop	Two goats meet on a narrow bridge and refuse to budge, leading to their downfall.	Compromise is vital.	A bridge
The fox and the crow	Aesop	A clever fox tricks a crow into dropping her food by complimenting her singing.	Don't be fooled by flattery.	A forest
The mouse's wedding	Grimm Brothers	A mouse seeks a husband who can protect her, but her choices are disappointing until an unexpected suitor appears.	True value is found in unexpected places.	A field
The farmer and the wolf	Unknown	A farmer tricks a wolf into thinking he has goats but captures it instead, teaching cleverness over brute strength.	Intelligence can prevail over force.	A farm
The crab and its mother	Unknown	A mother crab scolds her child for walking sideways, only to be told she does the same.	Practice what you preach.	A beach
The wind and the sun	Aesop	The wind and the sun compete to make a traveler remove his coat; the sun wins by being gentle.	Gentle persuasion is often more effective than force.	A sunny hill
The tortoise and the eagle	Unknown	A tortoise dreams of flying and rides on an eagle's back, but falls back to earth, teaching limits.	Know your limits.	A mountain
The golden fish	Unknown	A fisherman catches a magical fish that grants wishes, but his wife's greed leads to their downfall.	Greed destroys happiness.	A seaside
The story of the butterfly	Unknown	A boy watches a butterfly struggle to emerge from its cocoon and learns that struggle is necessary for growth.	Growth requires effort and struggle.	A garden
The lion princess	Unknown	A princess raised by lions learns the importance of understanding both worlds she belongs to.	Understanding both sides brings harmony.	A savanna
The dragon and the knight	Unknown	A knight seeks fame by slaying a dragon but learns to understand the dragon instead.	Understanding fosters peace.	A castle
The fairy with the wand	Unknown	A fairy grants wishes to those who show kindness, teaching that true magic lies in goodness.	Kindness is the greatest magic.	A forest
The tale of the lonely tree	Unknown	A lonely tree learns that sharing its shade brings happiness to others and to itself.	True happiness comes from sharing.	A meadow
The snowman and the sun	Unknown	A snowman and the sun converse, leading to an understanding that change is necessary.	Change is the only constant.	A winter field
The clever hen	Unknown	A hen outsmarts a fox to save her chicks, proving that wits can outsmart strength.	Cleverness and cunning can overcome might.	A farm
The quest for the silver unicorn	Unknown	A young girl embarks on a quest to find a mythical unicorn, learning independence and courage.	Courage brings great adventures.	A magical forest
The elephant and the mouse	Unknown	A tiny mouse teaches a giant elephant that size does not matter in friendship.	Friendship knows no size.	A jungle
The four clever animals	Unknown	Four animals work together to overcome a disruption in their home, proving that teamwork is essential.	Teamwork can overcome obstacles.	A farm
The old tree and the sapling	Unknown	An old tree offers wisdom to a young sapling about growing strong against the wind.	Wisdom of elders can guide the young.	A forest
The musical frogs	Unknown	A group of frogs forms a band, teaching everyone to appreciate their talents and work together.	Everyone has a unique talent.	A pond
The stitch in time	Unknown	A tailor teaches a lesson about being proactive and fixing mistakes before they grow.	Preventive action is better than a cure.	A bustling town
The kitten who wanted to be a lion	Unknown	A kitten learns that it can be brave and strong in its own way, proving true strength comes from character.	Bravery comes in all sizes.	A home
The owl and the sparrow	Unknown	An owl gives advice to a sparrow about the importance of nighttime, leading to friendships and understanding.	Friends can come from different worlds.	A tree in the park
The song of the river	Unknown	A river teaches the creatures along its banks to appreciate life's journey over the destination.	Life is a journey, not a destination.	A flowing river
The grapes of wisdom	Unknown	A bunch of grapes teaches the vine about the importance of working together and sharing the sunlight.	Unity brings strength and growth.	A vineyard
The lazy panda	Unknown	A lazy panda learns the importance of hard work and responsibility from his diligent friends.	Hard work leads to fortune.	A bamboo forest
The magical forest	Unknown	An enchanted forest helps a lost wanderer find their way back to joy and adventure in life.	Adventure lies in every corner of life.	An enchanted landscape
The singing corn	Unknown	Plants in a field learn that joy and singing can uplift even the heaviest of days.	Joy can uplift spirits.	A cornfield
The two neighbors	Unknown	Two neighbors learn to work together despite their differences and achieve great things.	Unity over division strengthens communities.	A small town
The grasshoppers' dance	Unknown	A colony of grasshoppers learns to appreciate teamwork and community spirit through dance.	Teamwork enriches our lives.	A field
The traveler and the mountain	Unknown	A traveler learns that overcoming personal mountains leads to growth and clarity in life.	Face your challenges with bravery.	A mountain range
The caring bee	Unknown	A bee goes beyond its call of duty to save a flower in distress, proving empathy is powerful.	Empathy bridges gaps.	A garden
The friendship of the stones	Unknown	Two stones become friends, teaching others about diversity and tolerance despite their differences.	Differences can unite us.	A rocky landscape
The wise tortoise and the hare	Unknown	The tortoise teaches the hare a lesson of patience and humility during their next race.	Patience prevails in the end.	A grassy knoll
The proud peacock	Unknown	A proud peacock learns a valuable lesson about humility from the other birds in the sky.	Humility brings respect.	A garden
The little ant that could	Unknown	A little ant proves to be a hero when it saves its colony from a flood, demonstrating that no one is too small to make a difference.	Every effort counts, no matter the size.	A meadow
The colors of the rainbow	Unknown	Seven colors of the rainbow learn the importance of working together and celebrate diversity.	Diversity makes us strong.	In the sky
The goldfish's wish	Unknown	A goldfish teaches a young child about the importance of appreciating simple things in life over material wealth.	True happiness is not found in possessions.	A fishbowl
The wise old tortoise	Unknown	A tortoise shares sage advice with the younger creatures about the wisdom of patience.	Patience is a virtue.	A tranquil pond
The curious firefly	Unknown	A firefly learns the importance of contentment instead of constantly searching for more.	Value what you have.	An evening meadow
The joyful little flower	Unknown	A flower teaches the garden about spreading joy and love despite hardships.	Joy spreads like seeds in the wind.	A garden
The adventures of the curious mice	Unknown	A group of curious mice explores the world, discovering the importance of friendship and safety.	Explore but remember safety in numbers.	A house
The grateful heart	Unknown	A young girl learns the importance of gratitude in her journey through life.	Gratitude brings joy.	A small village
The journey of the little boat	Unknown	A little boat's journey across the ocean teaches about perseverance against the odds.	Every journey has its value.	An ocean
The adventure of the lost kitten	Unknown	A lost kitten learns the importance of community helping one another in times of need.	Helping each other builds community.	A neighborhood