Parent Guide > The Goose with the Golden Egg
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This week in class, we’re reading "The Goose with the Golden Egg" by Aesop.
Aesop was a slave and story-teller who was believed to have lived in ancient Greece between 620 and 560 BCE. This story, in which a man becomes greedily obsessed with a goose that lays golden eggs, is part of his collection of tales known as "Aesop's Fables" which have influenced children's literature and modern storytelling culture.
As we read, we will be discussing the theme of Power & Greed as it relates to the text. We are trying to answer this big question :
"Does money buy happiness?"
Ways to support your child:
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Ask your child about this fable at home:
- What was "The Goose with the Golden Egg" about?
- What did you learn about Power & Greed?
- Watch the following clips with your child at home: