"Busy Ben and Idle Isaac" by Unknown is a moral story for kids that shows what happens when you're hardworking compared to being lazy. The story focuses on two boys named Benjamin and Isaac, who have very different approaches to life. Benjamin works hard at everything he does, and this leads him to become successful and respected. He learns to build ships and even becomes a knight. On the other hand, Isaac is lazy and doesn't like to work, which causes him to have a difficult life and he ends up collecting meat for cats. The story teaches kids that working hard and planning are important, but it also ends on a hopeful note, where Benjamin helps Isaac learn from his mistakes and change his life.
Busy Ben and Idle Isaac
By Unknown
(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews
A hardworking boy's success shines brightly as a lazy boy's life crumbles, revealing a timeless lesson about the rewards of industry and the pitfalls of idleness.
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