There was a spider named Anansi. Anansi was a very kind and smart animal.

Anansi strongly believed in the golden rule. She always tried to help others.

Anansi lived in a very large savannah, full of every animal you could think of. It was full of many trees, rivers, and more grass than in your dreams.

Life was good and very fun. Every animal lived happily in the savannah until...

One day an awful fire broke out. All of the animals were in trouble!

Everyone was terrified. None of the animals knew how to get away.

An antelope was running for its life when she heard a small voice. She looked up and saw a small spider.

Over Here!

It was Anansi! The smart spider knew that the Antelope was very fast so she asked the antelope to help her escape.

Please Help Me!

The antelope said yes so Anansi jumped into its ear. But the antelope didn't know where to go. So the smart spider told her.

Go Left

Anansi led the antelope through a gap in the fire. They had to hurry because the fire was spreading fast.

Hurry

The two animals reached safety! Anansi thanked the antelope and they parted ways.

Thank you So Much!

The animals house's had been burned in the fire. A few days later both animals found new homes.

Later, the antelope gave birth to a baby. The baby antelope hid in the bushes until it would get big and strong.