The moral to a literature (poem, novel, etc) is a universal aspect of the majority of fictional

literature that it not only entertains, but also it serves the purpose of instruction, information,
and improvement of the audiences.

In children’s literature, morals are exclusively introduced by the phrase, “The moral of the
story is …” Modern story telling does not employ these explicit techniques, but
uses irony and other devices to convey it.

Now, how do we proof there is a relationship between morality and education? or how are
they related? taking to mind its purpose in literature; instruction, information, and
improvement of the audiences.

1. Examples of relationship between literature and moral education?

We read fables such as Aesop’s fables are considered to have strong moral conclusions.
Almost all literary writings have some morals to be conveyed to readers. Literary works
aimed at us are replete with moral lessons. They provide children with positive lessons and
guidelines for the future. Maxims like,” “Don’t judge people by the way they look,” and
“Slow and steady wins the race” are normally the lessons found behind many stories.

A moral is a universal aspect of fiction. It’s something that applies to the lives of everyone
reading the literary work. It should instruct, inform, or improve the reader in some way, if it
is taken in stride. It dates back to classical literature in which the chorus of a drama would
comment on the actions of a play’s characters and define the moral for the audience.

Common Morals

 Always tell the truth.

 Do not cheat.
 Do not judge.
  Have integrity
 Have respect for yourself and others.
 Be tolerant of differences.
Examples of morals in literature

1. Fables.

Aesop’s fables are a popular series of stories written with young readers in mind. Most of
these fables have a strong moral center, revealed by the end of the story. They provide
children with positive messages that are meant to inspire them to grow into well-rounded,
kind, and thoughtful people. Fables like The Fox and the Grapes, The Town Mouse and the
Country Mouse, The Lion and the Mouse, and The Gnat and the Bull provide moral lessons
such as:

 Treats others as you’d like to be treated.

 Don’t judge people by the way they look.
 Slow and steady wins the race.
 Work hard and play hard.
 There is always a way.
One of the most popular of Aesop’s fables is The Tortoise and the Hare. In this story, the
writer describes a very slow tortoise and an arrogant hare. The hare, who is known for his
speed and ego, is challenged to a race by the tortoise. The hare quickly speeds off, leaving the
tortoise in his wake. But, true to the hare’s personality, he decides he’s so far ahead he can
take the time to stop and nap halfway along the determined path. While sleeping, the tortoise
passes him and finishes the race while he’s asleep. Young readers can take several different
morals from this story, the first and most obvious being that those who move slow and steady
will “win the race.” Other possibilities include the importance of never giving up and the
importance of never letting one’s ego get out of control

To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee

In To Kill a Mockingbird, Lee tells the story of a southern American town through
the perspective of a young girl, Scout. She narrates the story of a black man who was accused
of abusing a white woman. Her father defends him in court and illuminates one of the most
important morals in the novel: that one shouldn’t judge another based on their outward
appearance. He also speaks to Scout about the importance of walking a mile in another’s
shoes and understanding their life from a personal perspective.

2. Novels

Romeo and Juliet by William Shakespeare

In Romeo and Juliet, Shakespeare crafts an important moral about the power of love and how
it can overcome hatred. It’s not until the two lovers die at the end of the story that their
families are finally able to stop fighting and realize the pointlessness of their feud.

Dr. Faustus by Christopher Marlow

Marlow’s famed Dr. Faustus, concludes with a harrowing soliloquy from the title character.
He’s fallen from his previous position and his decision to sell his soul to the devil results in
an unavoidable moral. One should maintain their faith and inner morality in the face of all
forms of strife. His choice to turn to Lucifer is one that he’s mourning and suffering in his
last moments.

3. Poems

Do not preach to me, Charles Akinsete

The moral of a story, however, is the overarching teaching the author is trying to present