The Boy Who Cried Hedgewolf!
Aesop-Inspired Fable for Kids
Dorktales Podcast: Episode 9
Beware of the horrifying hedgewolf! Or maybe beware the bored shepherd boy who decides to entertain himself by playing the same trick over and over again. When the mischievous youngster cries “Hedgewolf” not once, not twice, but three times, the townspeople come running to help. But what will happen to the far-fetched fibber when he finally needs their help for real? Will anyone listen?
BONUS: Download the fun activity worksheet and color page for this episode!
PARENTS, TEACHERS, HOMESCHOOLERS: In this retelling of the classic Aesop’s fable, The Boy Who Cried Wolf, young listeners explore the importance of honesty, trust, personal responsibility, and the consequences of their actions. The story encourages children to think about how trust is built, why truthfulness matters, and how their choices can affect others.
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Grab your free guide with list of story and SEL themes, plus conversation starter questions. This guide encourages deep thinking and helps young listeners relate the episode’s themes to their own experiences and perspectives.
Podcast Episode Credits
Narration, Voice Over and Podcast Host: Jonathan Cormur
Scriptwriter: Amy Thompson
Script Editor and Show Producer: Molly Murphy
Sound Production, Audio Editing and Mastering: Jermaine Hamilton
Podcast Episode Illustration: Arthur Lin
Title Design and Layout: Jeri DeMartini
If you enjoyed this story
about a retelling of a favorite fable, we think you’ll also enjoy episode 22, The Lion and the Hedgehog.