The Potter and His Scar
A potter once tripped over a broken pot and cut his forehead. The mark never went away.
Years later a king was gathering brave soldiers for his army.
The king saw the scar and said, "You must be a great warrior. Tell me of your battles."
The potter enjoyed the praise and let the king believe it, and was given a place of honour.
But when the army marched out, the king asked him to lead the front.
The potter told the truth at last. The king smiled kindly and sent him home to make pots, which he did very well indeed.
It is better to be good at your own work than to pretend at someone else's.
HonestyDid you know?
Potters have been shaping clay on spinning wheels in India for over 5000 years.
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Tell someone about a real thing you are good at.
Questions to talk about
Ask these after reading. The answer is underneath each one.
How did the potter get his scar?
Answer: He tripped over a broken pot
What did the king think he was?
Answer: A great warrior
What is the moral?
Answer: Be good at your own work
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