ClassX Video Lessons Grade Grade 2 The Cicada and the Fox | Aesop’s Fables | Pinkfong Story Time for Children
Once upon a time, on a bright and sunny day, a cicada was happily singing on top of a tall tree. The cicada’s song was beautiful, and it filled the air with music.
Nearby, a hungry fox was wandering around. The fox looked up at the cicada and thought, “Oh, I’m so hungry. That cicada would make a tasty snack, but it’s way up high. How can I get it to come down?”
The fox had an idea and called out, “Hello there! You are such a wonderful singer. Your voice is so beautiful, and it makes me very happy.”
The cicada was pleased and replied, “Oh, really? Thank you! I’m glad you like my singing. I wish I could sing as well as you.”
The fox then said, “Why don’t I give you some delicious fruit, and you can teach me how to sing like you?”
The cicada was curious and asked, “You want me to come down there?”
The fox answered, “Yes, please! I want to hear your lovely song a little closer.”
The cicada was about to fly down when it suddenly remembered something. “Wait a minute! What is this? Leaves? I knew it! Did you think I’d fall for your trick? I once saw a cicada’s wings in a fox’s den. I haven’t trusted foxes since then. No way I’m getting down there!”
The cicada stayed safely in the tree, and the fox went away, still hungry.
This story teaches us to be careful and think before we act. Sometimes, things are not what they seem, and it’s important to be smart and stay safe.
We hope you enjoyed this fun story! If you want to hear more, make sure to check out other stories and learn new things every day!
Role-Playing Activity: Gather your friends or family and act out the story of “The Clever Cicada and the Sneaky Fox.” One person can be the cicada, another the fox, and others can be the trees or the audience. Think about how the cicada felt when the fox tried to trick it. How did the cicada stay safe? Discuss what you learned from acting out the story.
Observation Walk: Go on a nature walk with an adult and look for cicadas or other insects. Observe where they are and what they are doing. Are they high up in trees or close to the ground? Talk about why they might choose to stay in certain places. How does this relate to the cicada’s decision in the story?
Creative Drawing: Draw a picture of the story. Include the cicada, the fox, and the tall tree. Add speech bubbles to show what the characters might be saying to each other. Share your drawing with a friend or family member and explain why the cicada was clever. What lesson did the cicada teach us?
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Once upon a time on a hot summer day, a cicada was singing on top of a tree.
**[Music]**
A fox was nearby and thought, “Oh, I’m so hungry. That cicada would make a great meal, but it’s too high. How can I catch that cicada?”
**[Music]**
The fox then said, “Hello there! You are a really great singer. Your voice is beautiful and it makes me so happy.”
**[Music]**
The cicada replied, “Oh, really? Thank you! I’m glad to hear you liked it. I wish I could sing as well as you.”
The fox suggested, “Why don’t I give you some fruit and you teach me to sing?”
The cicada asked, “You want me to come down there?”
The fox replied, “Why not? I want to hear you sing a little closer.”
The cicada said, “Okay then, I’ll be right there.”
**[Music]**
As the cicada prepared to come down, it thought, “Wait a minute! What is this? Leaves? I knew it! Did you think I’d fall for your trick? I once saw a cicada’s wings in a fox’s den. I haven’t trusted foxes since then. No way I’m getting down there!”
**[Music]**
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