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A wildfire had engulfed the entire forest. The rivers and streams dried up, and if there was any water left in them, it was unfit for drinking. The animals that managed to escape the fire had no option but to cautiously enter a small village nearby in search of food and water.
One night, a thirsty fox sneaked into the village to try its luck at finding some water. The fox cast about in the village but couldn’t find a single drop of water.
Dejected, the fox looked up at the sky to check if there was any sign of impending rain. All it saw was the bright moon that seemed to be smiling at its misery. The fox kept walking, and much to its surprise, came upon an old well.
“Well, well, well, look what we have here?!” the fox exclaimed and walked towards the well, all the while, looking at the moon and sniggering. The moment the fox put its head down, it lost its control and fell with a splash into the well.
It tried its best to get out, but to no avail.
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The next morning at dawn, the fox heard someone say, “Why are you down there, Mr. Fox?”
The fox looked up and saw an innocent goat. “Oh! I’ve been trying to drink as much water as I can from this sweet well. This is the finest water I have ever tasted in the whole country. Why don’t you try it? the sly fox replied.
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The thirsty goat jumped in and drank the water to its heart’s content. The next moment, it found itself in the same difficult situation as the fox.
“How do we get out of here, Mr. Fox?” the innocent goat asked. “I have a brilliant idea. You stand on your hind legs while I climb on your strong horns and get out. I will then help you climb up,” the fox suggested.
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The innocent goat did as it was told, and the cunning fox climbed out of the well and ran away, without turning back even for a moment.
Moral of the story
Do not take a decision before considering the consequences.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Why is it important to consider the consequences thoroughly before making a decision?
Prioritizing consequences while making decisions encourages intelligent and responsible decision-making, assisting us in minimizing risks, making informed choices, and aligning our actions with our values and long-term goals.
2. How does the story illustrate the importance of caution and thinking things through?
The story of the fox and the goat highlights the importance of making right, well-thought decisions considering all the possibilities and consequences. It also emphasizes the importance of patience to deal with things cautiously.
Key Pointers
- Moral stories are a great way of teaching your children important life lessons in a creative way.
- The story about the fox and the goat highlights the importance of always considering the consequences before making a decision.
- The way the fox lured the goat inside the well and used him to get himself out also shows us that we should not always believe in what others say without thinking over it ourselves.
- Storytelling also helps children boost their inventive thinking and listening skills.
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Watch this animated tale of the clever fox and an adorable goat as they embark on an exciting adventure and discover the true meaning of friendship that will captivate kids and leave them with a valuable lesson they’ll cherish forever.
