The Wolf and the Lamb

Once upon a time, in a bright, sunny meadow, there lived a little lamb. She loved nibbling on the fresh, green grass and feeling the warm sun on her back. She was as happy as could be, not a single worry in the world.

But suddenly, out of the bushes stepped a big, hungry wolf. He looked at the lamb with narrow eyes and licked his lips. “You!” he snarled, “You’ve been saying rude things about me!”

The lamb froze. She was so scared, her legs were shaking. “Me?” she asked in a small voice. “I haven’t said anything at all. I don’t even know you. I’m just a little lamb who likes eating grass!”

But the wolf sneered. “It doesn’t matter. I don’t need proof. I’m hungry, and I’ll eat you anyway!” And with that, the wolf leaped toward the lamb.

Sometimes, people with mean hearts will find any excuse to do something hurtful. The lamb didn’t do anything wrong, but the wolf only cared about his own hunger.

Moral:

Those who want to do harm will always find a reason, even if it isn’t true.

Additional Lessons:

• Caution: It teaches children to be wary of those who may act unfairly or deceitfully.
• Fear: It explores the lamb’s experience of fear when faced with danger and how sometimes harm comes despite innocence.

Parenting Tip: Use this story to discuss fairness and accountability with your child. Explain that not everyone has good intentions, and sometimes, people might act unfairly. Encourage your child to stand up for what is right and to seek help when they feel unsafe or treated unjustly.

Fun Questions for Curious Kids

• Why do you think the lamb was so scared when the wolf appeared?
• What would you do if you were in the lamb’s place?
• Why do you think the wolf made up a reason to be mad at the lamb?
• Have you ever been blamed for something you didn’t do? How did it make you feel?
• How can we tell the difference between someone being fair and someone being mean?
• What could the lamb do to stay safe in the meadow?
• If you could rewrite the story, what would you make happen to the wolf?

Activity Idea

Role-Playing Fairness
Role-play a situation with your child where one person unfairly blames another for something. Have your child practice standing up for themselves in a calm and confident way. This activity can help them feel prepared to handle similar situations in real life.

Did You Know? Fun Animal Facts

1. Wolves live and hunt in groups called packs, which can have up to 20 members.
2. Despite their fierce reputation, wolves are highly social animals that communicate using howls, body language, and facial expressions.
3. Lambs are baby sheep and are known for their playful, curious nature. They love running and jumping around in fields.
4. Wolves can hear sounds up to six miles away in the forest, making them excellent hunters.
5. A lamb’s fleece can be spun into wool, which is used to make warm clothing like sweaters and scarves.
6. Wolves are known for their stamina—they can run for hours at a steady pace when chasing prey.
7. Sheep have rectangular pupils, which help them see almost 360 degrees, making it harder for predators to sneak up on them.
8. Wolves have been featured in myths and stories across cultures, often symbolizing cunning or strength.
9. Lambs communicate with their mothers through bleating, and each lamb’s bleat is unique!

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