The Wind and the Sun

Story: The Wind and the Sun

Once upon a time, the Wind and the Sun were arguing over who was stronger.

A traveler was walking by, wearing a warm coat. The Wind and the Sun decided to test their powers by seeing who could make the traveler remove his coat.

The Wind blew and blew, trying to blow the coat off the traveler. But the traveler held his coat tightly.

Then, the Sun shone brightly, warming the traveler. Soon, the traveler felt too hot and removed his coat.

The Wind realized that the Sun's gentle warmth was stronger than his loud blows.

Moral:

The moral of the story is that kindness and gentleness can be stronger than force and power.

Discussion Questions:

1. Who were the two characters arguing in the story?

2. What was the challenge they gave each other?

3. Who won the challenge and why?

Activities:

1. Drawing: 

Have the children draw a picture of the Wind and the Sun.

2. Role-Playing: 

Act out the story with the children, taking turns playing the Wind, the Sun, and the traveler.

3. Sequencing: 

Cut out pictures of the story and have the children put them in order.