Story video · 2:13
The Value of Hard Work
Why work hard when you could take it easy? Let's find out!
The Queen Bee says
Hard work pays off. Shortcuts usually don't.
Honey jar quiz
What did The Value of Hard Work teach us?
Read the story
A short version to read together. The whole story is in the video.
Show the words
Why work hard when you could take it easy? This story is about working hard, and about looking for shortcuts.
Who do you think does better?
Hard work pays off. Shortcuts usually don't.
Print and colour
Print a colouring page with space to draw the story, or a one-page activity card for the fridge.
For grown-ups
About this story
What happens
Why bother working hard when you could take it easy? This story gives little ones an answer they can remember, and it makes a nice nudge before chores or practice.
Questions to ask afterwards
- What happened to the one who worked hard?
- What is something you practise to get better at?
- How do you feel when you finish a big job?
Something to try at home
Make a sticker chart for one small job this week, like tidying toys, and celebrate when it is full.
- Length
- 2:13
- Ages
- 3 to 8
A TaleBee cartoon about hard work and never give up.
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Hard Work
Never Give UpQuick answers
What is the moral of The Value of Hard Work?
Hard work pays off. Shortcuts usually don't.
What is The Value of Hard Work about?
Why bother working hard when you could take it easy? This story gives little ones an answer they can remember, and it makes a nice nudge before chores or practice.
What lesson does The Value of Hard Work teach?
It's a story about hard work and never give up. Hard work pays off. Shortcuts usually don't.
How long is The Value of Hard Work?
2:13, which is about 2 minutes. It's a TaleBee story video told in simple English.
What age is The Value of Hard Work for?
Children aged 3 to 8. It's gentle, has a happy ending and works well at bedtime or in class.
