A moral story is a tale that is meant to provide a lesson or teach certain values to the reader. It can also be referred to as a fable, parable or an allegory. A fable is a short tale, usually featuring animals or inanimate objects that are given human qualities with a moral message for readers to learn from. An allegory is a story that has a hidden meaning and is a representation of something else. It is often used to teach political or social lessons and can be found in literature, art and film. A parable is also a short story that contains a moral lesson and is often used in religious teachings.