The stories are written with purpose. Firstly, to entertain the reader and the listener. Children in grade two or three will be able to read the stories themselves. They are meant to be read to those smaller children who do not read yet, allowing their imaginations soar! Secondly, the stories are teaching aides, teaching children morals and they are interesting for the adults who read them to the little ones.
All the stories have a lesson or moral to learn. They are subtlety woven into the story. These little gems will be recalled throughout the life of the child when they are needed.