All Listed Fables
- Gratitude
- Respect
The Raven and the Goose
A stubborn raven upset a goose while being painted, leading the goose to cover the raven entirely in black.
- Fear
- Cunning
The Fox and the Turkeys
A clever fox tricks tired turkeys all night, causing them to fall from their tree, and he catches them.
- Kindness
- Equality
Why the Flies Bother the Cows
A fly, ignored at a feast by the cow, is granted permission by the queen to feed from cows’ eyes.
- Friendship
- Problem-Solving
The Monkey, the Shark, and the Washerman's Donkey
A clever monkey outsmarts a shark trying to trick him into becoming a sacrifice for the shark's sick king.
- Unity
- Responsibility
Council of Horses
A young horse questions serving humans, but an older horse explains they benefit each other, calming the young horse.
- Curiosity
- Consequences
Old Hen and Young Rooster
A young rooster ignores his mother's warning and investigates a dangerous well, getting himself into trouble.
- Respect
- Identity
Butterfly and Snail
A proud butterfly looks down on a snail, only to be reminded of its humble beginnings as a caterpillar.
- Kindness
- Appreciation
The Turkey, Peacock, and Goose
A proud peacock faces envy and criticism from other birds but teaches them to appreciate beauty instead of focusing on flaws.
- Understanding
- Trust
The Stolen Ax
A woodcutter wrongly accuses his neighbor's son of stealing his ax, only to find it himself and realize his mistake.
- Trust
- Caution
The Sparrow And The Peacock
A hardworking sparrow helps a peacock become king but ultimately gets caught by a hunter's trap despite the peacock's reassurance.
- Regret
- Responsibility
The Nail
A merchant ignores a missing nail in his horse's shoe, leading to trouble and a long, tiring journey home.
- Envy
- Acceptance
The Parasol of Contentment
A street seller buys a parasol with a painted sky, helping him find peace and contentment with his wife.
- Moderation
- Greed
The Boy and the Filberts
A boy learns to be content by taking fewer nuts, allowing him to easily free his hand from a jar.
- Contentment
- Envy
The Story of the Unlucky Days
A poor brother outsmarts misfortune, becomes wealthy, and teaches his greedy rich brother a lesson in humility.
- Regret
- Consequences
How the Toad Got His Bruises
A toad tricks a buzzard into taking him to a sky party but ends up bruised and regretful.
- Courage
- Resourcefulness
Why Mr. Possum Loves Peace
Mr. Possum and Mr. Coon face Mr. Dog, revealing Mr. Possum's ticklish defense and teaching Mr. Coon about different kinds of bravery.