The Third Collection

Sage and the Stuck Wagon

discovering what you can do

When Sage's wagon full of pumpkins sinks fast in a muddy puddle, Sage gives one little tug, then sits right down and calls for someone else to come and fix it. Along comes a sturdy farm horse named Barley with the old story of Hercules and the Wagoner — and the words "put your own shoulder to the wheel first." Sage rolls up both sleeves, lightens the load, clears the wheel, and pushes — and discovers that help arrives far more readily once you've begun to help yourself.

An encouraging picture book about self-reliance, taking initiative, and problem-solving, Sage and the Stuck Wagon is a modern story inspired by the timeless wisdom of Aesop's Fables — here, "Hercules and the Wagoner." Perfect for reading aloud with children aged 3–8.

Animal friend

Barley the Horse

Inspired by Aesop's

Hercules and the Wagoner

Reading age

3–8

Format

Paperback, 8.5 × 8.5 in

ISBN

979-8-952113-12-1