Have you ever heard the expression, “the lion’s share,” as in “the lion’s share of the work” or “the lion’s share of the money”? It is an idiomatic phrase that originates in one of Aesop’s fables. Read The Lion’s Share Fable here. Although we might hear the phrase often to describe a large responsibility, the…
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The Tale of the Two Wolves: A Story for Kids
The Parable of the Two Wolves is often attributed to the Cherokee American Indians. It has been featured in various movies and TV shows. Here is a short kid-version of the story for kids. The Tale of the Two Wolves A grandfather sat his grandson down for a short, life lesson: There are two wolves….
The Parable of the Long Spoons: Summary, Meaning, and Questions
The Parable of the Long Spoons is a story about heaven and hell. Although it does not appear in the Bible, it has been used by many preachers and teachers to teach about the importance of humility and love. This story teaches a lesson about the need to be selfless and generous in order to…
The Song of the Bird Story and Discussion Questions
The story comes from a collection of stories by Fr. Anthony de Mello called The Song of the Bird. The book takes its title from the story below and I invite you to read it and reflect on it with your kids. I included some of my own questions at the end that I think will…
The Parable of the Blind Men and the Elephant for Kids
The Parable of the Blind Men and the Elephant originated in ancient India probably around the time that the Buddha’s teachings were beginning to spread around the region. This story is a perfect way to kick-off a discussion about people with differing opinions. In our very divided society today, it is helpful to return to…
