Page 14 - Cherished Memories of Yesteryears - A Collection of Grandparents' Life Experiences

“Learning from our elders can help us gain wisdom
and be a better person.”

My grandfather grew up at his grandparent’s speeches, essay writing, etc. He won many prizes
place in a small village called Kaluvaya in India. in those competitions! After listening to my
His grandfather was a strict man who disciplined grandfather’s childhood stories, I learnt that our
him to wake up at 4:00 a.m., study till 5:30 a.m. elders help mould our character and teach us to
and teach him to wash his utensils and clothes. become responsible adults.

There was no electricity in the past, so he used to I feel that I must be more independent, studious,
study under a kerosene lamp. As he grew up in a and confident. I am grateful to my grandfather
village, the kind of games he played were unique. and elders for teaching me good qualities and
One such game that he played was called Gilli values to help me become a good citizen.
Danda, a game played using sticks.
Gangaraju Dhriti
My grandfather was also very studious. He Primary 2.1(2022)
participated in many competitions, such as

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