The Tortoise and the Hare

The Tortoise and the Hare · Page 4 of 7

A Nap in the Sun

Before long, the hare was so far ahead that the tortoise was nothing but a tiny speck behind him.

"I have plenty of time," the hare thought, stretching lazily beneath a shady tree. "I could take a little nap and still win easily."

And so, feeling quite pleased with himself, the hare curled up in the cool grass and closed his eyes.