Grandfather Gandhi by Arun Gandhi and Bethany Hegedus
Appropriate Age Range: 4-8 years
What this book is all about:
Initially Arun was wondering how he, a Gandhi, could feel so far away from peace until he learned how to channel his anger. Mahatma Gandhi’s grandson tells the story of how his grandfather taught him how to turn his anger into light .
Why you might want to read it:
Grandfather Gandhi not only introduces to its readers, Gandhi, but also reaches and shares a message for those who have felt feelings of anger and/or the desire to gain approval from an admired adult.
Questions for you to ask your children after reading it:
Have you ever felt like Arun and had a hard time feeling peace?
Why don't you think Arun told his grandfather he didn't feel like a Gandhi?
How do you think it felt to know his grandfather got angry too?
How could you turn anger into light?