Ganesha's Sweet Tooth
By Sanjay Patel
The Story
A sweet-loving boy with the head of an elephant breaks his tusk biting into a giant jawbreaker laddoo, then discovers from the wise poet Vyasa that a broken tusk can still be useful.
Why It's Special
For the kid obsessed with sweets and the kid who's ever broken something they loved, watching Ganesha turn a snapped tusk into something worthwhile lands close to home.
- Big idea: What seems broken isn't always ruined — it can turn into something useful.
- Vibes: Bright, bold, funny, and a little irreverent, with warmth underneath the humor.
Perfect For Kids Who
- enjoy funny stories about a kid who happens to have an elephant head
- are curious about stories and gods from other cultures
- are working on handling mistakes and mishaps without giving up
- respond well to bold, graphic artwork with lots of personality
Ask Your Little Reader
- Story & problem-solving: What happened when Ganesha bit into the giant jawbreaker laddoo?
- Feelings & empathy: How do you think Ganesha felt when his tusk broke off?
- Imagination: What do you think Ganesha could do with his broken tusk?
- Real-life connection: Have you ever broken something you loved? What happened next?
- Character spotlight: What do you think it would be like to ride around on a magical mouse like Ganesha does?
