The Sutradhar


Institute of Dharma



The Little Pandavas



Wisdom Adventures with the Gita
(Ages 5-7)



Purpose of the Workshop



To introduce young children to the timeless wisdom of the Bhagavad Gita through play, story, and creative expression. Our goal is to plant early seeds of mindfulness, empathy, and ethical thinking in a joyful, engaging, and completely age-appropriate environment.





Our Mission



To empower the next

generation with a strong

moral compass and emotional

resilience by connectin

ancient wisdom with the

everyday challenges and joys

of being a child.



Our Vision



To nurture a community of

kind, self-aware, and

courageous young

individuals who understand

their value and are inspired

to positively impact the

world around them.



Why This Workshopis Important



The lessons of the Bhagavad Gita are not just philosophical concepts they are practical
tools for life. Introducing them during these formative years provides a powerful
framework for:



Navigating Big Emotions: Helping children understand feelings like fear, anger, and confusion.


Building Strong Character: Laying a foundation for integrity, courage, and compassion.


Making Mindful Choices: Teaching that our actions have consequences and that we have the power to choose wisely.



Benefits for Your Child



Emotional
Intelligence



Develops skills to
identify, express, and
manage emotions in a
healthy way.



Social
Skills



Enhances abilities in
sharing, cooperation,
and respectful
communication.



Moral
Foundation



Introduces core values
like duty (Dharma),
selfless action (Karma),
and focus as
superpowers for good.



Confidence
& Resilience



Builds self-esteem by
teaching children they
have the inner strength
to face challenges, just
like Arjuna.



Our Engaging Curriculum



We translate profound ideas into fun,
memorable experiences:



Interactive Storytelling



We will explore the epic tale of the Mahabharata and the conversation between Arjuna and Krishna through colorful pictures, puppets, and simple, relatable language.



Creativ
Expression



Arts and crafts projects that bring the themes to life (e.g., making their own "wheel of Dharma," creating kindness superhero capes).



Role-Playing
Games



Safe, supervised activities where children can act out scenarios about sharing, telling the truth, and helping a friend.



The Yoga
of Play



Simple, fun yoga poses (like "Brave Warrior" or "Strong Mountain") to connect the body and mind to the lessons.



Music & Mindfulness



Short, guided breathing exercises and simple, mantra-based songs to practice calmness and focus.





Key Themes & Learnings



By the end of the workshop, your child will have been
introduced to concepts such as:



I am Brave



Facing new challenges and big feelings with courage.



I Try My Best



Understanding the importance of effort and doing our duty without worrying only about the result.



I am Focused



Learning how to calm our minds to make better choices.



I am Kind



Practicing empathy, compassion, and standing up for what is right.



A Glimpse into a Session



The "Focus Like Arjuna" Challenge



Situation



Children are given a distracting, fun task (e.g., building a block tower while a coach makes funny noises).



Action & Reaction



They experience how hard it is to focus.



Teaching



We discuss Arjuna's focus and learn a simple "balloon breath" technique.



Observation & Reflection



They try the task again using their new focusing tool and see the difference! They learn that focus is a superpower they can cultivate.



Investment in Your Child's Growth



What's Included



All high-quality craft

materials, a take-home

"Wisdom Kit" (with a

storybook, coloring pages,

and a simple mala), and

healthy snacks at each

session.