The Mouse Who Became a Tiger: A Story About Remembering Who Helps You

The Mouse Who Became a Tiger

Deep in the forest lived a kind Hermit named Maha-tapa. One day, he saw a tiny Mouse fall from a crow's mouth. Feeling sorry for the Mouse, the Hermit took care of it.

But the Mouse was in danger from a cat! So, the Hermit used his magic to turn the Mouse into a cat. Now the cat was scared of the Hermit's dog, so the Hermit turned the cat into a dog!

Finally, the dog was scared of a tiger, so the Hermit turned it all the way into a mighty tiger! The Hermit treated the tiger just as nicely as he treated the Mouse.

But the tiger overheard people talking about how he used to be a tiny Mouse. The tiger felt embarrassed and didn't want anyone to know his past. He even forgot how the Hermit had saved him!

The ungrateful tiger decided to attack the Hermit! But the wise Hermit knew what the tiger was planning. He used his magic again, and turned the tiger right back into a tiny Mouse!

This story teaches us to be grateful for the kindness we receive. Even if we get stronger or better off, we should never forget those who helped us along the way.