: One by one, the boys tried with all their strength. They pulled, bent, and strained, but the bundle remained intact. Not one of them could break it.
An interesting and classic story about boys (jongens) that teaches a valuable lesson is (also known as the story of the fighting brothers). The Story of the Three Brothers Jongens
: A story about a boy who overcomes habits like arrogance and dishonesty to change his life. : One by one, the boys tried with all their strength
If you're looking for more, here are a few other famous tales involving young boys: : One by one