Six Crows

In this original fable, a farmer tends his ripening wheat while six hungry crows watch from a nearby tree. To protect his crop, he sets up a scarecrow, but the clever birds outwit it, creating a playful standoff. Through gentle negotiation, the farmer and the crows reach a compromise that lets both share the bounty. With vibrant collage art, Lionni draws parallels between animal and human behavior, showing how cooperation can resolve conflict.