An Aesop's Fable. The story demonstrates that kindness, gentleness, and patience are often more effective than force or aggression. The North Wind and The Sun.

A Chinese myth about the creation of the four major rivers in China. This story demonstrates that true kindness involves selflessness and the courage to help others, even when it may come with personal risk. The Four Dragons.

A fairytale by Charles Perrault. The story teaches the importance of kindness in our daily interactions. The story demonstrates that kindness is often rewarded, while greed and rudeness bring negative consequences.

A fairytale by Madame de Villeneuve. The story teaches the importance of kindness in dealing with others who are different. It demonstrates that kindness and inner beauty are more important than external appearances.

Ghanaian folktale. The story teaches the importance of kindness. The story demonstrates that kindness is treating others how you would like to be treated, and when you treat others poorly do not be surprised to receive the same treatment yourself.