Videos · Otto's Tales · Apr 09, 2021
Little George and the Cherry Tree
Through the timeless American folktale about George Washington (and his dad's cherry tree), we learn the value of honesty and bravery.
Videos · Otto's Tales · Jun 01, 2021
Truth, Lies, Fire, and Water
Through this imaginative fable from Africa, we learn why it's important to always be truthful and stand up to lies.
Videos · Otto's Tales · Jul 27, 2021
The Emperor's New Clothes
Through Hans Christian Andersen's timeless tale, we are reminded how crucial it is to recognize and speak truth, even if others don't.
Videos · Otto's Tales · Sep 10, 2021
A Wolf in Sheep's Clothing
In Aesop's famous fable we are reminded that appearances can often be deceiving, and how we should always be on the lookout for truth.
Videos · Otto's Tales · Jul 19, 2022
The Boy Who Cried Wolf
What happens when you lie, joke around, and play tricks on people? Lying isn’t only wrong, it can get you in trouble and cause harm to those around you. This famous fable by Aesop teaches us the…
Videos · Otto's Tales · Sep 13, 2022
The Honest Woodman
Why is honesty always the best policy? Based on one of Aesop's fables, this retelling of "The Honest Woodman" teaches our youngest learners the value of hard work and telling the truth, even when…
Videos · Otto's Tales · Feb 15, 2022
How Honest Abe Got His Name
Want a fun way to teach your children about honesty and integrity? They’ll enjoy this reimagined American folktale about how young Abraham Lincoln got his famous nickname by always doing the right…
Worksheets
"Otto's Tales: Truth, Lies, Fire, and Water" Worksheet
Help students understand the sequence of events in the folktale "Truth, Lies, Fire, and Water" by putting key scenes in the correct order. This worksheet reinforces the story's message about the…
Worksheets
"Otto's Tales: The Boy Who Cried Wolf" Worksheet
This K–2 worksheet reinforces story comprehension and moral understanding by guiding students to retell The Boy Who Cried Wolf in the correct sequence. As they cut, sort, and glue each event into…
Worksheets
"Otto's Tales: A Wolf In Sheep's Clothing" Worksheet
Enhance story comprehension with this sequencing worksheet for Otto’s Tales: A Wolf in Sheep’s Clothing. Designed for grades K–2, it engages students in arranging key scenes in order, promoting…
Worksheets
"Otto's Tales: The Honest Woodman" Worksheet
Use this companion worksheet for the lesson plan supporting "The Honest Woodman," an Aesop's fable about honesty.
Worksheets
"Otto's Tales: The Emperor's New Clothes" Worksheet
Use this companion story sequencing worksheet alongside the Lesson Plan for "The Emperor's New Clothes" to teach children grades K-2 the value of speaking the truth even when others do not.
Worksheets
"Otto's Tales: How Honest Abe Got His Name" Worksheet
This story sequencing worksheet helps students arrange key events from the American folklore tale "How Honest Abe Got His Nickname." By organizing the scenes in order, students will better understand…
Worksheets
"Otto's Tales: Little George and the Cherry Tree" Coloring Page
Explore the vibrant world of American history with our exclusive coloring page, featuring artwork meticulously crafted by PragerU artists. This engaging activity not only sparks creativity in young…
Lesson Plans
"Otto's Tales: Truth, Lies, Fire, and Water" Lesson Plan
Teach K-2 students the importance of truth and the consequences of deceit with the engaging African folktale "Truth, Lies, Fire, and Water." This lesson plan guides students through the ongoing…
Lesson Plans
"Otto's Tales: The Boy Who Cried Wolf" Lesson Plan
Ever told a fib and wished you hadn’t? This K–2 lesson plan uses the classic fable The Boy Who Cried Wolf to help young learners explore the power of telling the truth, the dangers of deception, and…
Lesson Plans
"Otto's Tales: A Wolf In Sheep's Clothing" Lesson Plan
In A Wolf in Sheep’s Clothing, students discover the dangers of being deceived by appearances and learn the value of looking deeper to uncover truth. This timeless fable introduces concepts like…
Lesson Plans
"Otto's Tales: The Honest Woodman" Lesson Plan
Teach K-2 grade students why honesty is always the best policy in this lesson plan based on one of Aesop's fables. This retelling of "The Honest Woodman" teaches our youngest learners the value of…
Lesson Plans
"Otto's Tales: The Emperor's New Clothes" Lesson Plan
Students grades K-2 will understand the importance of truth and honesty, and they will be able to explain how the actions of the characters in the folktale "The Emperor's New Clothes" illustrate the…
Lesson Plans
"Otto's Tales: How Honest Abe Got His Name" Lesson Plan
Students in grades K-2 will learn the importance of honesty and integrity through the example of Abraham Lincoln.
Lesson Plans
"Otto's Tales: Little George and the Cherry Tree" Lesson Plan
Key features of this lesson plan include an anticipatory set that introduces K-2 students to the foundational principles of honesty and courage, and a carefully curated video viewing of "Otto’s…
Videos · Around the World · Jul 19, 2023
Poland: Ania's Energy Crisis
Kids are told to fight climate change but are rarely taught about the human cost of reducing emissions. This animated video teaches middle and high school students about energy and the environment…
Book
Ania's Energy Crisis
Kids are told to fight climate change but are rarely taught about the human cost of reducing emissions. This Around the World book teaches middle and high school students about energy and the…