READING LOG (FABLE)

 

PRE-READING

No.	Days	Titles	Why I am interesting to read	Question before I read
1.	Friday	The town mouse and country mouse	I want to know the difference	What’s the different between them?
2.	Saturday	The crow and the pitcher	I think I know this story	Is this a story about a clever crow?
3.	Sunday	The two goats	I just want to read it	What happen to them?
4.	Monday	The heron	I curious about heron	What is heron?
5.	Tuesday	The wolf in sheep’s clothing	I feel familiar with this story	What the wolf gonna do to the sheep?
6.	Wednesday	The dog and his reflection	I just want to read it	What’s the problem with dog reflection?
7.	Thursday	The man and the satyr	I'm curious what a satyr is	What is a satyr?

 

Day 1
Friday
Date : 22 March 2024
Time	04:00 – 04:06 Pm
Title	The town mouse & country mouse
Sources	https://read.gov/aesop/004.html
Characters	Town mouse, country mouse, cat, house dog, and servants
Main point of the story	The main point of the story is that simplicity and security are often more valuable than luxury and risk. The Country Mouse learns this lesson when she visits her city-dwelling friend, the Town Mouse, and experiences the dangers of city life first hand. She ultimately chooses to return to her simple life in the countryside.
New vocabularies found	Sparingly, nibbling, plain, and hedgerow
Comment	The story "The Town Mouse and the Country Mouse" is a classic fable that teaches a timeless lesson about the importance of appreciating what we have and recognizing the value of simplicity and security over luxury and risk. It serves as a reminder to consider the consequences of our choices and prioritize the things that truly bring us contentment and peace.

What I can get from the stories?

Poverty with security is better than plenty in the midst of fear and uncertainty.

 

Day 2
Saturday
Date : 23 March 2024
Time	08:15 – 08:20 Pm
Title	The crow and the pitcher
Sources	https://read.gov/aesop/012.html
Characters	The Crow
Main point of the story	The main point of this story is to show how intelligence and resourcefulness help overcome challenges. Despite a difficult situation, the crow finds a clever solution to quench its thirst by using small pebbles to raise the water level in a pitcher with a narrow neck. It emphasizes the importance of thinking creatively and problem-solving in tough times.
New vocabularies found	Pitcher and pebbles
Comment	This story highlights the importance of problem-solving and resilience. Despite facing a challenge, the clever crow finds a creative solution to quench its thirst. It teaches us to persevere and think out of the box when encountering difficulties.

What I can get from the stories?

In an emergency, we must use our minds clearly to find a way out.

 

Day 3
Sunday
Date : 24 March 2024
Time	10: 23 – 10: 28 Pm
Title	The two goats
Sources	https://read.gov/aesop/013.html
Characters	Two goats
Main point of the story	The main point of this story is to illustrate the folly of pride and stubbornness. The two goats, both unwilling to yield to the other, end up meeting a tragic fate because of their refusal to compromise or show humility. It serves as a cautionary tale about the consequences of arrogance and the importance of cooperation and humility in resolving conflicts or navigating difficult situations.
New vocabularies found	Chasm and tremble
Comment	This story succinctly demonstrates the perils of stubbornness and pride. The goats' refusal to yield to each other leads to a tragic end, emphasizing the importance of humility and cooperation in avoiding conflict and navigating challenges. It's a sobering reminder that pride often leads to a fall.

What I can get from the stories?

It is better to yield than to come to misfortune through stubbornness.

 

 

Day 4
Monday
Date : 25 March 2024
Time	11: 28 – 11:35 Pm
Title	The Heron
Sources	https://read.gov/aesop/015.html
Characters	The heron
Main point of the story	The main point of this story is to caution against pride and being too selective. The heron's refusal to settle for "small fry" leads to missed opportunities, leaving him with no choice but to eat a tiny snail for breakfast. It underscores the importance of being content with what is available rather than being overly picky.
New vocabularies found	Swarm, perch, and sahllow
Comment	This story warns against pride and being too picky. The heron's refusal to accept what's available leads to missed opportunities. It shows the importance of humility and adaptability in life.

What I can get from the stories?

Do not be too hard to suit or you may have to be content with the worst or with nothing at all.

 

Day 5
Tuesday
Date : 26 March 2024
Time	09:33 – 09:36 Pm
Title	The wolf in sheep’s clothing
Sources	https://read.gov/aesop/022.html
Characters	The wolf, sheep, and shepherd
Main point of the story	The main point of this story is to caution against deceit. A wolf disguises itself as a sheep to prey on the flock, but its deception leads to its own demise when the shepherd mistakes it for a sheep and kills it. It highlights the consequences of dishonesty and deceitful actions.
New vocabularies found	Strolled, pasture, and slaughter
Comment	This story is a brief yet powerful cautionary tale about the perils of deceit. It illustrates how the wolf's attempt to disguise itself as a sheep ultimately leads to its own downfall when the shepherd mistakes it for prey and kills it. It serves as a stark reminder of the dangers and consequences of dishonesty.

What I can get from the stories?

The evil doer often comes to harm through his own deceit.

 

Day 6
Wednesday
Date : 27 March 2024
Time	02:50 – 02:55 Pm
Title	The dog and his reflection
Sources	https://read.gov/aesop/026.html
Characters	The dog
Main point of the story	The main point of this story is to caution against greed and envy. The dog, driven by the illusion of a bigger bone, loses its own prized possession by acting impulsively. It serves as a reminder to appreciate what one has and not to be swayed by envy or the desire for more.
New vocabularies found	Butcher
Comment	This story warns against greed and envy. The dog loses its bone by impulsively chasing after what it perceives as a bigger prize. It reminds us to appreciate what we have rather than being consumed by desires for more.

What I can get from the stories?

It is very foolish to be greedy.

 

Day 7
Thursday
Date : 28 March 2024
Time	10:42 – 10:47
Title	The man and the satyr
Sources	https://read.gov/aesop/029.html
Characters	The man and the satyr
Main point of the story	The main point of this story is about consistency in friendships. The Satyr loses trust in the Man when he notices his contradictory actions. The Man's inconsistency undermines their friendship, emphasizing the importance of integrity in relationships.
New vocabularies found	Hut and porridge
Comment	This story highlights the importance of consistency in friendships. The Satyr loses trust in the Man due to his contradictory behavior, emphasizing the need for reliability and integrity in maintaining genuine connections.

What I can get from the stories?

The man who talks for both sides is not to be trusted by either.