Volume VII · Fables and Tales of Old
The Bundle of Sticks
An old father had sons who were always quarrelling. He called them and handed them a tied bundle of sticks. None could break it. Then he untied the bundle and gave each a single stick.
The story continues in volume VII, “Fables and Tales of Old”: told in full, illustrated, with everything that follows it.
What you'll find in the book about this story
- A short version for little ones (ages 4–7), to read at bedtime in a few minutes.
- The full story for older children, from age 8, with every part of it.
- Questions for family discussion so the story travels from the ears to the heart.
- A short prayer that a child can say on their own.
- A good deed to try together during the week ahead.