Volume VII · Fables and Tales of Old
The Nails in the Fence
A boy became angry very quickly. His father gave him a box of nails. Whenever he lost his temper, he hammered a nail into the fence. Slowly, he learnt self-control.
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.