You Be Grandma
#1 of 3 in You Be Series
What’s inside...
Karla Clark's You Be series continues with 'You Be Grandma,' a rhyming picture book about a grandma who is too tired to perform the bedtime routine and asks her granddaughter to take over. The story humorously and heartwarmingly captures the theme of role reversal, as grandma and granddaughter navigate the bedtime activities that grandma is too exhausted to do. This delightful book will resonate with children, parents, and grandparents alike as they share in the reading experience at bedtime.
Discussion points
How would you feel if you had to switch roles with me for a day?
What are some things you think Grandma does that are different from what we do?
What is your favorite thing about spending time with Grandma?
If you could plan a special day for Grandma, what would you do?
Can you think of a time when Grandma helped you learn something important?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to imagine themselves in different family roles to enhance empathy and understanding.
Discuss the importance of family relationships and the unique roles different members play.
Highlight the humorous aspects of the role reversal to keep the conversation light and engaging.
Ask your child to draw a picture of an activity they would like to do with their grandma, fostering creativity and deeper connection to the book’s themes.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Empathy and Understanding
Explanation: The story illustrates the child stepping into the role of Grandma, which allows them to see things from an elderly person's perspective.
Real-World Application: Children learn to appreciate and understand the feelings and experiences of older family members, enhancing family bonding.
Example Lesson: Role Reversal and Responsibility
Explanation: By assuming the role of Grandma, the child experiences the responsibilities that their grandparent typically handles.
Real-World Application: Kids can apply this lesson by taking on small responsibilities at home, improving their sense of independence and accountability.
Example Lesson: Creativity and Imagination
Explanation: The book encourages children to use their imagination as they explore what it would be like to be Grandma.
Real-World Application: This lesson fosters creativity in real-life scenarios, enhancing problem-solving skills and innovative thinking.
Example Lesson: Respect for Elders
Explanation: Throughout the narrative, the aspects of care and consideration for the elderly are highlighted.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of respecting and valuing the older generation’s wisdom and experience.