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The Ant and the Grasshopper
A classic fable about preparation and responsibility.
One summer, an ant worked hard every day to gather food and store it safely for the winter. His friend, the grasshopper, however, laughed and said, "You work too hard! Relax!" The grasshopper spent all summer playing and singing instead of preparing. But when winter came, the grasshopper was cold and hungry, while the ant stayed cozy in his home with more than enough food. Moral of the story: Always plan ahead and be prepared. Life won't always be easy, so take care of your needs while you can.
The Ant and the Grasshopper

One summer, an ant worked hard every day to gather food and store it safely for the winter. His friend, the grasshopper, however, laughed and said, "You work too hard! Relax!" The grasshopper spent all summer playing and singing instead of preparing.

But when winter came, the grasshopper was cold and hungry, while the ant stayed cozy in his home with more than enough food.

Ant working while grasshopper plays

Moral of the Story:

Always plan ahead and be prepared. Life won't always be easy, so take care of your needs while you can.

Learning Activities

Planning Project

Create a small savings plan or goal chart to practice planning ahead.

Growth Activity

Plant seeds and care for them regularly to learn about preparation and patience.

Role Play

Act out the story with one child as the ant and one as the grasshopper.