The Bundle of Sticks
Quick Answer
A father teaches his arguing sons a quiet lesson: one stick breaks easily, but a bundle of sticks held together is strong.
Why This Story Works for Bedtime
It’s short, clear, and reassuring—perfect for bedtime because it ends with unity and a sense of safety in family teamwork.
Story at a Glance
RECOMMENDED AGES
4-8 years
READING TIME
2 min
Story Synopsis
A father notices his sons arguing again and again. No matter what he says, the fighting keeps coming back. So he chooses a simple demonstration. He asks for a bundle of sticks tied tightly together. One by one, he hands the bundle to each son and asks him to break it. They strain and struggle, but the bundle holds. Then the father unties the sticks and gives them separately. Each single stick snaps with little effort. The message is gentle and memorable: when a family (or friends) stay united, they become harder to “break.” For young kids, it becomes a bedtime reminder that being on the same team feels steadier than being at odds.
Story Excerpt
Once there was a father who had several sons. The sons were good boys, but they often argued with one another. The father wished they would learn to get along, but no words he said seemed to help. One day, after the brothers had been bickering more than usual, their father had an idea. He asked one of them to gather a bundle of sticks and tie them together tightly with a string. Then the father called all his…
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In One Glance
The Bundle of Sticks is a fable about brothers who argue often. Their father shows them a tied bundle of sticks that no one can break, then unties it so each stick breaks easily. The lesson is that unity brings strength and protection, while division makes people vulnerable. It’s a calm bedtime story about teamwork.
Frequently Asked Questions
A father uses sticks to teach his sons that unity makes a family stronger.
Ages 4–8.
Yes—simple, warm, and reassuring.
Stay united and work together.