About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is feeling discouraged by a mistake or feels that their small contributions do not matter. It is a gentle doorway into a conversation about how our intentions and the love we put into our work often outweigh the physical perfection of the final product. The story follows Tuli, a young girl in rural India during the independence movement, as she prepares for a visit from Mahatma Gandhi. When her carefully planned gift is ruined by her own carelessness, she learns a profound lesson about humility and the true meaning of service. This historical chapter book is ideal for children aged 8 to 12. It balances the weight of a major historical movement with the intimate, relatable worries of a child. Parents will find it a perfect tool for discussing how peaceful resistance and simple living can change the world, while also addressing the internal struggle of overcoming shame and finding self-worth after a failure.
