The Grasshopper and the Ants, Aesop
The Grasshopper and the Ants, Aesop
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The Grasshopper and the Ants

Author: Aesop, Hugh Fraser

Narrator: Natasha-Lee Lewis

Unabridged: 3 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Storynory

Published: 09/06/2016


Synopsis

A fable by Aesop that shows why hard work pays off

About Aesop

Aesop (620-560 BC) was a slave in ancient Greece who is known only for the genre of fables that are ascribed to him. The various collections that go under the rubric "Aesop's Fables" are still taught as moral lessons and used as subjects for various entertainments, especially children's plays and cartoons.


Reviews

Goodreads review by John on August 04, 2009

If I remember right, this was a little golden book. It was one of my favorites as a child, and my favorite line of all in the book was "That's not Hop, it's something blue!" I'm sure it had a lot to do with the relief and release of tension after the apprehension of whether the buzzard would get the......more

Goodreads review by Mr. on January 31, 2014

One thing that people have a tendency to do is procrastinate. But, Hop learned in this story why it is important to make the most of everyday you see, to prepare in advance for the future. I would recommend this book to any child who believe in waiting till tomorrow for something that can be done to......more

Goodreads review by Amy on October 20, 2013

This entertaining story of ants and a grasshopper provides children with a moral lesson. This story reveals the importance of having a strong work ethic. Those who work hard will eventually be rewarded in life. Nothing is handed to you so it is important to work hard to succeed in life.......more

Goodreads review by midnightfaerie on January 27, 2014

A great educational book for your children of all ages. My 6 yr old loved it as well as my 3 yr old twins. Lots of good information with beautiful pictures that will help keep children engaged. A great addition to any children's library.......more

Goodreads review by Paul on August 29, 2016

Disney picture book before Pixar. This is not A Bug's Life. Young grasshopper, you have much to learn.......more