The Clever Rabbit and the Lion
A proud lion frightened every animal in the forest. So they made a deal: one animal would go to him each day.
At last it was a little rabbit's turn. He walked slowly and reached the lion very late.
"Why are you late?" roared the lion. "Another lion stopped me," said the rabbit. "He says he is the real king."
"Show me!" the lion roared. The rabbit led him to a deep well and pointed inside.
The lion looked down and saw his own face in the water. He roared, and the roar came back at him.
He leapt at the other lion, and the forest was peaceful again.
A small friend with a big brain can solve a very big problem.
ClevernessDid you know?
This tale travelled from India to Persia, Arabia and Europe, and is told in over 50 languages.
Try this at home
When something feels too big, sit down and think of one clever idea first.
Questions to talk about
Ask these after reading. The answer is underneath each one.
Why was the rabbit late?
Answer: He was making a plan
What did the lion see in the well?
Answer: His own reflection
What saved the forest?
Answer: The rabbit's clever mind
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