Introduction:
Stories teach us important life lessons in addition to being entertaining. This ancient Aesop story serves as a reminder of decisions and their effects. Let's get started with The Farmer and the Cranes.
One day, a group of cranes saw a farmer working in his field. The farmer was plowing the soil and sowing seeds. The cranes thought, “This is the perfect chance! Once the seeds sprout, it will be a feast for us.”As soon as the farmer left, the cranes flew down and began to eat the freshly sown seeds
But the farmer was no idiot. He was aware of these birds' tricks. So he returned with a sling. At first, he just shouted loudly and waved the sling in the air to frighten the cranes without bringing any stones.
At the beginning, the cranes were terrified and quickly flew away. They soon discovered, however, that the loud words could not hurt them and that there were no stones in the sling. They became more confident every day and ceased to heed the farmer's cautions.
Finally, the farmer decided to act. He placed real stones in his sling and struck several cranes. The others, filled with fear, never dared to return to his field again.
Moral of the Story
Sometimes words are insufficient. For a time, empty thread might frighten people, but they lose their impact if nothing is done.
👉 The lesson of this story is clear: True results come when actions back up words.
Why This Story Matters Today
This simple fable teaches children and adults the importance of honesty, courage, and action. It is one of the best short moral stories for kids that parents can share at bedtime. Teachers can also use it in classrooms to show that hard work and discipline always pay off.