Simplified Aesop’s Fable Lesson – The Bundle of Sticks (ESL, Age 7+)
Grade Level: Advanced ESL (ages 7–8)
Skills Focus: Reading comprehension · Sequencing · Vocabulary · Moral reasoning · Opinion writing
Project Overview:
This worksheet introduces advanced young ESL learners to the classic Aesop fable The Bundle of Sticks. Students read a simplified, leveled version of the story and engage in targeted comprehension and writing activities to build literacy and thinking skills.
What's Included:
A simplified version of The Bundle of Sticks story
One comprehension question to check understanding
Two open-ended discussion questions to encourage critical thinking and conversation
A sample image of vocabulary cards used to support key words from the story
Why This Project:
This project was created to help young English learners improve their reading comprehension and vocabulary through a simple, engaging story. It supports language development by combining visual aids with meaningful content, making learning both accessible and enjoyable for advanced 7-year-olds.
Vocabulary Support
This is a sample from the vocabulary materials used in the lesson. Each card includes a simple definition and image to support understanding for young English learners.
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father
A male parent
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son
A boy child of a parent
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think
To use your brain to have an idea or understand.
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break
To snap or make something not whole.
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tie
To hold things together with string.
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strong
Able to do hard things or lift heavy things.
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weak
Not strong; easy to break or hurt.
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forest
A place with many trees.
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quarrel
A small fight with words, usually between family or friends. It is similar to the word“argue.”