12 Virtues of the Month

One virtue a month, paired with an Aesop fable + 6 song versions

HonestyTruth is your greatest strengthThe Shepherd's Boy and the WolfA liar will not be believed, even when he speaks the truth.1

KindnessGentleness wins over forceThe North Wind and the SunPersuasion is better than Force.2

EffortSlow and steady wins the raceThe Hare and the TortoiseSlow but steady wins the race.3

ContentmentCherish what you haveThe Dog and the ShadowBeware lest you lose the substance by grasping at the shadow.4

ThinkNecessity is the mother of inventionThe Crow and the PitcherNecessity is the mother of invention.5

HumilityBe yourself, not a show-offThe Peacock and the CraneFine feathers don't make fine birds.6

SharingSimple life, joyful sharingThe Town Mouse and the Country MouseBetter beans and bacon in peace than cakes and ale in fear.7

GratitudeAppreciate daily blessingsThe Hen and the Golden EggsGreed often overreaches itself.8

CourageLittle friends may prove great friendsThe Lion and the MouseLittle friends may prove great friends.9

CautionKindness needs wisdomThe Farmer and the SnakeKindness to the wicked is cruelty to oneself.10

PromiseHard work brings rewardsThe Farmer and his SonsIndustry is a treasure in itself.11

UnityUnited we stand, divided we fallThe Bundle of SticksUnion gives strength.12