India
Folk tales from the diverse traditions of India.
Panchatantra Stories
Ages 6-8
The Story of the Iron Balance and the Merchant’s Son
The Story of the Iron Balance and the Merchant’s Son: In a certain town, there lived a merchant’s son by the name of Jveernadhana. Because he had lost all
Panchatantra Stories
Ages 3-5
The Bird and the Monkey
The Bird and the Monkey: Never give advice unless you are asked for it.” There lived a group of monkeys in the mountains. During one winter, there were heavy
Panchatantra Stories
All Ages
The Story of the Jackal and the Drum
The Story of the Jackal and the Drum: There was once a jackal called ‘Gomaya. One day, he was very hungry arid he wandered about in searchof food. At last he
Panchatantra Stories
Ages 6-8
The Bug and the Poor Flea
The Bug and the Poor Flea: The false promises of friends as well as strangers have no value. You end up paying for it.” Mandavisarpini was a white flea. The
Panchatantra Stories
Ages 3-5
The Story of the Jackal and the Sanyasi
The Story of the Jackal and the Sanyasi: Once upon a time, in a lonely matha, there lived a Sanyasi called Dev Sharma. Many people sed to visithim and present
Panchatantra Stories
Ages 3-5
The Brahmin’s Dream
Read 'The Brahmin’s Dream' — a classic Panchatantra story about wisdom. The Brahmin’s Dream is a beloved Panchatantra tale featuring a ant and a brahmin...
Panchatantra Stories
Ages 6-8
The Tale of Golden Droppings
The Tale of Golden Droppings: Check thoroughly even what seems to be impossible.” There was a special bird named Sindhuka, who lived in a huge tree on the top
Panchatantra Stories
Ages 6-8
The Brahmin, the Thief, and the Demon
The Brahmin, the Thief, and the Demon. A scholar meets a demon that was once cruel. This tale teaches us about forgiveness, understanding, and seeing good.
Panchatantra Stories
Ages 6-8
The Tale of Two Fishes and a Frog
The Tale of Two Fishes and a Frog: A Panchatantra Lesson in Wisdom In ancient India, there lived a wise king named Vikarma who loved to hear stories. One day
Panchatantra Stories
Ages 6-8
The Cave that Talked
Read 'The Cave that Talked' — a classic Panchatantra story about wisdom. The Cave that Talked is a beloved Panchatantra tale featuring a ant. This ancie...
Panchatantra Stories
Ages 6-8
The Tale of Two Snakes
A Panchatantra fable about a prince cursed by a serpent, whose wife discovers the secret to his cure by listening.
Panchatantra Stories
Ages 3-5
The Dog who went Abroad
Read 'The Dog who went Abroad' — a classic Panchatantra story about nature and animals. The Dog who went Abroad is a beloved Panchatantra tale featuring...