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Grandparents often have a special place in a child’s world.
They tell stories from “when I was little”, share family traditions, teach old games, make favourite snacks and sometimes have a little more patience for mischief!
For children, grandparents can be much more than family members. They can be storytellers, listeners, teachers, play partners and an important connection to family history.
That is why Grandparents’ Day for kids can be a beautiful opportunity to bring generations together.
Whether you are planning a Grandparents’ Day celebration in preschool, looking for Grandparents’ Day activities for preschoolers, or simply want some family bonding ideas at home, here are some easy activities to try.
Every family relationship is different, but meaningful relationships with grandparents can give children opportunities to:
For young children, these experiences can also support language, social-emotional development and a sense of belonging.
At Shanti Juniors, holistic development includes social interaction, life skills, manners, communication and respect for elders.
Give children paper, crayons, stickers and colours.
Ask them to draw:
“Something I love doing with my grandparent.”
It could be eating together, going for a walk, listening to stories or simply sitting together.
The finished card becomes a simple keepsake.
Ask grandparents to tell children a short story from their childhood.
It could begin with:
“When I was your age…”
Children can ask questions such as:
“What games did you play?”
“What did your school look like?”
“What did you eat?”
This activity supports listening and conversation while giving children a glimpse into another generation’s childhood.
Create a simple comparison chart.
Then:
School bags looked different.
Games were different.
Toys were different.
Now:
Children use different school materials.
They play new games.
They have new kinds of toys.
It can become a fun conversation about how childhood changes over time.
Draw a simple family tree with your child.
Start with:
Me → My Parents → My Grandparents
You can add photographs or drawings.
This helps children understand family relationships in a simple, visual way.
Trace the child’s hand on paper.
Next to it, draw or trace the grandparent’s hand.
Write:
“Generations of Love.”
It’s an easy Grandparents’ Day craft for kids and makes a lovely keepsake.
Choose a familiar nursery rhyme, folk song or family favourite.
Children can sing while grandparents clap along.
For preschoolers, music, movement and rhythm can make group participation enjoyable.
Shanti Juniors’ learning approaches include music, storytelling, movement, creative expression and interactive activities.
Ask grandparents to introduce children to a simple game they played as children.
Depending on age and safety, this could include simple versions of:
The focus is not competition.
It is playing together.
Ask families to bring one old photograph.
The child can ask:
“Who is this?”
“Where were you?”
“What were you doing?”
The grandparent can tell the story behind the photograph.
This turns family history into a storytelling activity.
Choose a simple recipe that children can safely participate in.
Children can:
Grandparents can share why the recipe is special to the family.
Give children prompts:
My grandparent is ______.
I love when we ______.
My favourite thing about my grandparent is ______.
Young children may give simple answers such as “funny”, “kind”, “makes laddoos” or “plays with me”.
Those little answers can become precious memories.
Not every child lives close to their grandparents.
You can still celebrate together.
Try:
Grandparents can read a story over a video call.
The child can show a favourite toy while grandparents show something from their home.
Ask grandparents to record a short childhood story that the child can listen to later.
Children can make a drawing and send it by post or share a photograph digitally.
Distance doesn’t have to stop family bonding.
A well-planned Grandparents’ Day celebration in preschool can combine fun with meaningful learning.
Children practise speaking, listening and asking questions.
Children learn to express affection, appreciation and emotions.
Stories, food, songs and traditions introduce children to family heritage.
Children get opportunities to speak, perform, create and share.
Interactions with elders can create opportunities to discuss kindness, respect and gratitude.
Shanti Juniors’ 3S philosophy—Sanskaar, Sakshar and Saksham—connects values, learning and capability as part of holistic development.
A preschool can make the day interactive rather than simply organising a stage performance.
Some ideas include:
The objective should be to give children opportunities to interact, express and learn.
At Shanti Juniors, early childhood education goes beyond alphabets and numbers.
Its curriculum supports cognitive, physical, social, emotional and sensorial development, while its learning environment encourages children to explore, interact and learn through experiences.
Explore Shanti Juniors’ approach to childhood to learn more about its focus on holistic development.
You can also explore the Shanti Juniors Curriculum and Early Childhood Learning Approaches.
Storytelling, family tree making, handmade cards, traditional games, singing, photo stories and simple cooking activities are easy options.
It creates opportunities for children to connect with grandparents, listen to family stories, understand traditions and build meaningful family memories
Preschools can organise storytelling, art activities, music, games, photo displays and grandparent-child interactive activities.
Video calls, recorded stories, handmade cards and virtual activities can help children stay connected.
Children can make greeting cards, family trees, handprint keepsakes, drawings, photo frames or simple “My Grandparent” crafts.
Grandparents’ Day doesn’t need elaborate decorations or expensive gifts.
Sometimes, the most meaningful activity is simply sitting together and asking:
“What was your childhood like?”
For a child, that conversation can become a story they remember for years.
At Shanti Juniors, learning is about curiosity, interaction, creativity, values and meaningful experiences—not just worksheets and books.
If you’re looking for a preschool that values holistic development, Indian values and experiential learning, explore Shanti Juniors preschool programs.
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