The Fable of Aesop the Slave©

Words to Know:

loyalty – true and faithful to obligations. He showed his loyalty by staying to the end.

Introduction:

There are many stories about a legendary man named Aesop. Though he was uneducated, the wise words he spoke have lived for over 2,000 years.

Read Story Aloud:

Discussion:

Why did the king send Aesop, rather than one of his wisemen, to the city of Delphi?

What caused the people to riot in the streets for the food?

Why did they attack Aesop, who was only trying to help them?

What does the word loyalty mean to us?

(Being faithful to one’s family, friends, country, and others, who give service to us.)

Enrichment: (Optional)

Explore several Aesop fables.

Character Traits: Define how these character traits relate in the story.