Age rating and parents' guide:I Love to Tell the Truth (Punjabi Book for Kids - Gurmukhi)
by Shelley Admont
Ages 3–8
I Love to Tell the Truth (Punjabi Book for Kids - Gurmukhi) by Shelley Admont is best for children aged 3–8. It has no violence, nothing scary, no romance and no bad language. Worth knowing: Punjabi-language exposure book; cultural specificity is lighter than the folklore titles.
Presented in Punjabi with Gurmukhi script alongside English, this gentle picture book follows little Jimmy as he learns why being honest matters. After making a mistake and trying to hide it, Jimmy discovers that telling lies only leads to more trouble. With warm illustrations and simple text, the story helps young children explore morality, responsibility, and communication, making it an engaging read-aloud for bilingual households.
Content ratings
How much of each a parent can expect, from none to strong.
- Violence
- None
- Scary moments
- None
- Romance
- None
- Bad language
- None
Worth knowing: Punjabi-language exposure book; cultural specificity is lighter than the folklore titles.
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At a glance
- Picture book
- In Punjabi
- Easy to get into from the first page
- Plenty of illustrations
- Emotionally light
- A good pick for reluctant readers
- Indian author, setting or story
Great for kids who like
- Indian stories
Reading mood
- Playful
Good to talk about
- Language & wordplay
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