Shri Ram: small acts of care
Start with the introduction and a thoughtful promise. The squirrel story is a later popular telling; Shabari's welcome has its own Valmiki source note. Both stories have English and Hindi companions. Take one session at a time and talk about what care looks like in each encounter.
Take one reading at a time. Allow extra time for videos, conversation and activities.
Start with the first readingYour reading path
Read in any order, or follow the path below.
Meet Shri Ram: family, friendship and responsibility
Who is Rama? Meet Shri Ram, Sita, Lakshmana and Hanuman through the Ramayana, with gentle story links and a free thoughtful-promises activity.
Wonder together: Who can you recognise beside Shri Ram in a group image?
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Rama and the little squirrel
A bridge needs great stones. A squirrel can carry only a little sand. Is there a place for such a small helper?
Wonder together: If you were one of the big workers, what could you change so the squirrel could join in?
Shabari welcomes Rama
Shabari has been waiting to welcome Rama. When he arrives, her forest home offers more than food: it offers a meeting filled with respect.
Wonder together: What did Rama give to this meeting, even though he was the guest?