The Grasshopper and the Ants

The Grasshopper and the Ants is a fable about the importance of being prepared, the benefits of working together and the dangers of procrastination. It is told from the perspective of a child observing the world and learning from it. Aesop is that child. He comes to life as an inquisitive, confident young raccoon who goes on a daily adventure and experiences each fable as it unfolds. Aesop’s grandmother encourages him to go on these adventures and eagerly awaits his return so they share the message of each fable.


This fable is from Book 4 of Aesop's Childhood Adventures series. Common core teachers guides are available for books 1 & 2.