Things I Love About Grandparents
#5 in Things I Love Series
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This series shares simple examples of creating positive thinking about everyday situations our children experience. 'The Things I Love About Grandparents' shares simple examples of creating positive thinking about everyday situations our grand children experience.
Discussion points
What are some things your grandparents do that make you feel special?
How do the grandparents in the book show their love?
Can you think of a fun memory with your grandparents to share?
Why do you think it's important to spend time with grandparents?
How can we show our grandparents that we love and appreciate them?
Tip: Role play these questions
While discussing the book, share your own anecdotes and memories involving your grandparents to create a personal connection.
Encourage your child to draw a picture of their favorite moment with their grandparents, either from life or inspired by the book.
Ask your child to consider things they could do to show their love for their grandparents, linking ideas back to the story.
Use the book as an opportunity to plan a visit or a video call with your child's grandparents to strengthen their bond.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Appreciation of Family Bonds
Explanation: The story illustrates the various ways grandparents show love and care, fostering a sense of appreciation for familial relationships in the reader.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to value and nurture their relationships with their own grandparents and extended family, promoting a supportive family environment.
Example Lesson: Empathy and Understanding
Explanation: Through interactions between the characters and their grandparents, the book showcases different perspectives and emotional states, teaching children to empathize with others’ feelings and experiences.
Real-World Application: Kids can apply this understanding by being considerate and sensitive to the emotions of others around them, both within and outside the family.
Example Lesson: Respect for Elders
Explanation: The book highlights the wisdom and patience that grandparents often bring to their interactions, which can teach children to respect and honor their elders.
Real-World Application: This respect can manifest in children’s everyday behavior, through listening attentively and valuing the advice and experiences of older family members and adults.
Example Lesson: Joy in Simple Moments
Explanation: Simple activities shared between grandparents and grandchildren in the book, such as baking cookies or reading a story together, emphasize the beauty of everyday moments.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to find happiness and contentment in day-to-day activities and appreciate the time spent with loved ones, regardless of the activity.
Example Lesson: Cultural Heritage and Traditions
Explanation: Grandparents often serve as an important link to cultural heritage and family traditions, which is depicted through various cultural references in the book.
Real-World Application: This lesson encourages children to take an interest in their own cultural background and understand the importance of preserving family traditions.