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The Brave Donkey and the Clever Wolf

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Storybook illustration of The Brave Donkey and the Clever Wolf. A crying donkey with a thorn in its hoof is observed by a cunning wolf lurking among the trees in a vibrant forest.
Oh, what a nuisance! It feels like there’s a bed of roses under my hoof…” In the heart of the vibrant forest, the brave donkey meets the clever wolf, setting the stage for an unexpected alliance and a challenging moment.

This story, “The Brave Donkey and the Clever Wolf”, features a humble yet determined Donkey, who finds himself in a prickly situation, and a Wolf, whose slyness is matched only by his hunger.

As we journey with them, we will witness how appearances can be deceiving and how the greatest strength is often found, not in physical might, but in quick thinking and unwavering bravery.

CHARACTERS:

DONKEY – A brave and stubborn donkey

WOLF – A clever and sly wolf

SCRIPT:

NARRATOR: Once upon a time, in a lush green forest, there lived a donkey with a heart as big as his ears. One sunny day, as he trotted along the forest path, fate had a prickly surprise in store for him.

DONKEY: (Hopping around) Oh, what a nuisance! It feels like there’s a bed of roses under my hoof, but I can’t see any! Ouch!

NARRATOR: The donkey winced in pain, but being a tough one, he tried to be brave.

DONKEY: (Trying to be brave) I won’t cry…I won’t…Okay, maybe just a little whimper…

NARRATOR: But before he knew it, tears were streaming down his furry cheeks.

DONKEY: (Crying) Boo-hoo! Why do thorns have to exist in this world?

NARRATOR: Just then, lurking in the shadows, a cunning wolf observed the distressed donkey with keen interest.

WOLF: Ah, what do we have here? A tasty-looking donkey in distress? How delightful!

NARRATOR: The donkey, spotting the wolf, felt a shiver run down his spine.

DONKEY: (Trembling) Oh no, not a wolf! What will I do? I can’t outrun him with this thorn in my hoof!

NARRATOR: Gathering his courage, the donkey decided to take a leap of faith and address the wolf.

DONKEY: (Nervously) Um, Mr. Wolf, sir, could you please help me?

WOLF: (Amused) Help you? Why, pray tell, should I help you, dear donkey?

DONKEY: (Desperately) Because you see, I’m in pain, and you have such big, strong teeth. Could you help me get rid of this thorn?

WOLF: (Feigning innocence) Me? Help you? What’s in it for me?

DONKEY: (Quickly) Oh, well, once you help me, you can, um, have a nice meal… Me!

WOLF: Hmm, tempting offer. But why would I eat you if you’re already injured?

DONKEY: Because… because I’m not long for this world! Yes, that’s it. So, if you’re going to eat me, you might as well make me comfortable first, right?

WOLF: (Grinning) Crafty, aren’t you? Very well, I’ll lend you a paw…er, I mean, a tooth.

NARRATOR: With a mischievous glint in his eye, the wolf carefully approached the donkey’s hoof.

DONKEY: (Scheming) As soon as he’s close enough, I’ll give him a surprise he won’t forget!

WOLF: Hold still now. This might pinch a little.

NARRATOR: The donkey braced himself, ready to execute his plan.

DONKEY: (Thinking) Any moment now…

WOLF: (Surprised) There! The thorn is out!

NARRATOR: Before the wolf could react, the donkey delivered a swift kick with his hind legs.

DONKEY: (Triumphantly) Take that, Mr. Wolf!

NARRATOR: The wolf yelped in pain as the donkey’s hooves made contact with his snout, breaking his teeth.

WOLF: (Whimpering) My teeth… My beautiful teeth!

NARRATOR: And with that decisive, triumphant kick, the brave Donkey disappeared into the forest path, leaving the wolf to rue the day he underestimated the bravery and cunning of a humble donkey.

The End

Author: Aesop Fable

Adapted by: K I D S I N C O

Moral of the Story: In unity, there is strength; in kindness, there is courage; and in every challenge, there lies an opportunity for friendship and growth.

Moral Values:

  • Bravery – The donkey shows that even those who feel small or afraid can face danger with courage.
  • Quick Thinking – Using intelligence and strategy can help overcome difficult or frightening situations.
  • Resourcefulness – The donkey finds a clever solution instead of giving up when he is injured and cornered.
  • Self-Confidence – Believing in oneself can turn a moment of weakness into a moment of strength.
  • Awareness of Deception – The wolf’s slyness reminds us to be cautious of those who may take advantage of our vulnerability.
  • Standing Up for Oneself – The donkey demonstrates that even the humble can defend themselves when necessary.
  • Not Underestimating Others – The wolf learns that judging others by their appearance can lead to painful surprises.
  • Inner Strength – True strength is not always physical; it often comes from courage, determination, and cleverness.

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