"The Town Musicians of Bremen" is part of the Sommer-Time Story Series written by Carl Sommer.

Virtues: Self-Esteem / Teamwork / Civic Short Description When a donkey, dog, cat, and a rooster become too old to be useful to their masters, they decide to find a new way to be of value to the community. The four friends learn that helping one another and a positive attitude reaps great rewards. Long Description Individuals with a sunny attitude understand that the ending of one opportunity in life often opens the door for a new one. Carrying big loads of grain is easy for young donkeys, but what happens when they get too old to be of use? One old donkey takes off on a journey of rediscovery, picking up an old dog, cat, and rooster along the way. Intending to combine their musical talents to start a band, this lively crew finds another surprising way to benefit the community. With kindness for one another and good teamwork, they reap great rewards for a future full of happiness. This charming retelling of a classic Brother's Grimm fable emphasizes the significance of kindness, teamwork, and never giving up.