Illustrated Stories from Aesop (Illustrated Story Collections)
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Illustrated Stories from Aesop is an art-rich treasury of more than twenty classic Aesop’s fables, retold in clear, child-friendly language by Susanna Davidson and paired with full-color illustrations from a team of Usborne artists. Talking animals and clever humans learn timeless lessons about honesty, kindness, patience, and common sense in settings that echo the hills, farms, and marketplaces of Ancient Greece. Short, self-contained tales make the collection perfect for bedtime reading, classroom use, or independent exploration by newly confident readers.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
3-5
Length
156 pages
Text complexity
Character compass
The Tortoise
Town Mouse
The Mouse
The Crow
The Ant
The Shepherd Boy
Country Mouse
The Lion
The Fox
The Grasshopper
The Hare
Discussion points
Which character made the smartest choice and why?
Have you ever faced a situation like the Boy Who Cried Wolf?
How could the Grasshopper have planned better for winter?
Tip: Role play these questions
Pause before revealing each moral to let children guess; act out animal voices for fun.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Honesty builds trust
Explanation: The shepherd boy loses help when he lies.
Real-World Application: Tell the truth even when it is difficult.
Example Lesson: Slow and steady wins
Explanation: The Tortoise beats the Hare through persistence.
Real-World Application: Work patiently on homework or projects.
Example Lesson: Kindness is repaid
Explanation: The Mouse saves the Lion after receiving mercy.
Real-World Application: Help classmates; kindness often comes back.
Example Lesson: Greed leads to loss
Explanation: The farmer loses his golden goose.
Real-World Application: Appreciate what you have before seeking more.
Example Lesson: Planning ahead matters
Explanation: The Ant gathers food for winter.
Real-World Application: Set aside time and resources for future needs.