* The three wishes in the story of Aladdin.
* The three little pigs who build houses in the story of The Three Little Pigs.
* The three bears in the story of Goldilocks and the Three Bears.
* The three blind mice in the story of The Three Blind Mice.
* The three riddles that the Sphinx asks Oedipus in the story of Oedipus Rex.
In addition to these well-known examples, there are many other fairy tales that feature the number three. In general, three is a symbol of balance and harmony, but it can also represent conflict, difficulty, or a choice.