The Wise Owl and the Foolish Birds Moral stories that not only entertain the children but also educate them about the virtues of life. Aesop's Fables is a collection of moralized fables credited to Aesop. These fables have become synonymous with collections of brief fables, usually involving personified animals. The fables remain a popular choice for the moral education of children today. These interesting stories deal with themes like truthfulness, honesty, pride and vanity. "The Vain Stag", "The Foolish Birds", "The Brave Soldier" and many other such stories have enchanted young children for a long time.