Orem Library

A hungry heron learns a lesson about being too choosy when he spends all day looking for the perfect meal.

An illustrated collection of fifteen animal fables first told by the Greek slave Aesop.

An illustrated collection of fourteen animal fables first told by the Greek slave Aesop.

"Aphorisms like 'slow and steady wins the race' often prove true when put to the test. Many of these common phrases are summaries of famous fables like 'The Tortoise and the Hare.' Through more than a dozen short fables, readers will be introduced to tried-and-true maxims and morals. Colorful pictures and illustrations accompany each story, enhancing the world of Aesop's talking animals and extraordinary situations. Each fable offers readers an opportunity...

"In 'The Lion and Mouse, ' a lion catches a mouse that begs to be set free, offering a favor in the future. The lion doesn't think the mouse could ever help him-until the little mouse is the one to free him from a net! This and 14 other fables will introduce readers to the lessons of Aesop, including 'The Eagle and the Beetle, ' another tale telling about the greatness of the small. Lovely, full-color illustrations add charm and fun to these fables,...

"Being a good friend takes practice and effort. Loyalty, patience, and selflessness are key parts of friendship, and hard to put into practice when trying to recruit many friends instead of just a few. Aesop's fable 'The Hare with Many Friends' drives this point home to readers! They'll take away similar lessons from the many other stories of Aesop, including 'The Lion, the Fox, and the Stag' and 'The Swan and the Goose." All enhanced by hand-drawn...