The Lion and the Mouse Story
These lion and mouse story printables help children read, retell and respond to a well-loved moral story. They suit children aged 4 to 12 and are free to print for home or classroom use.
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At a glance
- Ages: 4 to 12
- Skills: Reading, sequencing, speaking and values
- You need: Printer, paper, pencils or crayons
- Time: 15 to 30 minutes per activity
The lion and the mouse story
A lion was sleeping in the forest when a little mouse ran across his paw. The lion caught the mouse and was ready to eat him. The mouse pleaded for his life and promised that he might help the lion one day. The lion laughed at the idea, but kindly let him go. Some time later, hunters caught the lion in a strong net. Hearing his roar, the mouse came quickly. He gnawed through the ropes with his sharp teeth, and the lion was soon free. The lion thanked the mouse and understood that even a small friend can give great help. Lesson: Kindness can come back to you, and no one is too small to help.
Read, retell and talk together
Read the story aloud slowly, using a different voice for the lion and the mouse. Pause before the rescue and ask your child what might happen next. Talk about why the lion spared the mouse, how the mouse felt, and whether size decides how useful someone can be. Ask your child to put the main events in order, then retell them using the pictures or simple prompts. You can connect the message with a real example, such as a younger child helping to find a missing pencil. For another traditional moral tale, try Moral Stories for Kids.
Activities after the story
Younger children can colour the lion and mouse, match pictures to story events, and trace key words such as lion, mouse and net. Older children can write speech bubbles, complete a beginning-middle-end chart, or describe how each character changes. Make a simple paper net from strips and have your child act out the rescue with toy animals or hand puppets. A group can perform the story in pairs, with one child narrating and another using actions. Finish by writing one kind act your child could do at home or school.
Lumi's tips
- Make it easier by reading one short part at a time and using three picture cards for the beginning, middle and end.
- Make it harder by asking your child to write a different ending in which the lion helps another small animal.
- Keep it connected to real life by sharing a time when a small act of kindness helped someone.
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Questions parents ask
What is the moral of the lion and the mouse story?
The story teaches that kindness matters and that even a small person or animal can offer valuable help. We should not judge others by their size.
Why did the lion let the mouse go?
The mouse asked for mercy and promised that he might help the lion one day. The lion laughed, but chose to be kind and release him.
How did the mouse save the lion?
The mouse found the lion trapped in a hunter's net. He gnawed through the ropes with his teeth and set the lion free.
What age is this lion and mouse story suitable for?
The story suits children from about 4 to 12. Younger children can listen and sequence pictures, while older children can retell it, discuss the lesson and write responses.
How can I download and print these story activities?
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