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The Wind and the Sun - An Aesop’s fable about gentleness and kindness




The Wind and the Sun 🌬️☀️

This is part of our Aesop’s Fables series, in which we build upon Aesop’s Fables, teaching kids what they mean and what wisdom we can learn from them! 📖💡 Today’s tale is about a friendly competition between the Wind and the Sun, showing us the power of gentleness over force.


The Challenge Begins! 🥊🌪️

One day, the Wind and the Sun were having a playful argument about who was stronger. “You’re wrong!” said the Sun, while the Wind declared, “I’m right!”

The Wind boasted, “Everyone knows I’m stronger. Just look at the powerful things I can do! No one would dare call me a breeze when I can blow down the biggest trees!” 🌳💨


As they were talking, an old man walked by wearing a coat. The Sun said, “Let’s have a contest to see who can make the old man take off his coat!”

The Wind agreed and said, “Simple! Watch me!” He took a deep breath and started to blow as hard as he could. But despite his best efforts, the old man held onto his coat tightly. 😲🧥


The Sun's Gentle Approach ☀️💖

The Wind blew harder and harder, but it was no use. “I give up!” panted the Wind. The Sun smiled and said, “Let me show you how it’s done.”

The Sun didn’t blow at all; instead, she started to shine and warm up the air. As she got warmer, the old man began to sweat! 🌞💦


“Goodness,” he exclaimed, “I had no idea I was overdressed!” He took off his jacket and stopped for a drink. The Wind watched in surprise as the Sun said with a grin, “That’s how you do it!”

The Wind sighed, realizing that sometimes being gentle is more effective than being forceful. 🌬️✨


The Lesson We Learn! 🌈📚

The story teaches us that when you want something, you shouldn’t be rough. Gentle persuasion is often enough! 💖 So next time you want to convince someone, remember the lesson of the Wind and the Sun!


Quiz Time! 📝🎉

  1. Who were having a fight? 🤼‍♂️

    a) The Wind and the Moon 🌙

    b) The Wind and the Sun 🌬️☀️

    c) The Sun and the Stars ✨

    d) The Wind and the Rain 🌧️

  2. What did the Wind boast about? 💪

    a) Being able to sing 🎶

    b) Being able to blow down trees 🌳

    c) Being the fastest 🏃

    d) Being able to dance 💃

  3. What challenge did the Wind and the Sun decide on? 🥇

    a) Who could make the man run 🏃‍♂️

    b) Who could make the man take off his coat 🧥

    c) Who could sing the best 🎤

    d) Who could blow the hardest 💨

  4. How did the Sun make the old man take off his coat? ☀️

    a) By blowing hard 💨

    b) By shining brightly and warming him up 🔥

    c) By asking him nicely 😊

    d) By making it rain 🌧️

  5. What is the moral of the story? 📖

    a) Be strong and rough 💪

    b) Gentle persuasion is often enough 💖

    c) Always shout to get what you want 📣

    d) Competition is the best way to win 🏆


Answers: 📝

  1. b) The Wind and the Sun

  2. b) Being able to blow down trees

  3. b) Who could make the man take off his coat

  4. b) By shining brightly and warming him up

  5. b) Gentle persuasion is often enough


Don't forget to explore more enchanting children’s stories from By Kids For Kids Story time! 🎧✨🌟


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