The Sour Grape

The Sour Grape is a laugh-out-loud lesson in forgiveness, served up with all the wit and charm of the beloved œFood Group series. The Sour Grape is not known for sweet behaviour-she holds grudges against just about everyone, from fruits who never returned her scarf to those who forgot to say thank you. But when she finds herself on the receiving end of a grudge, something clicks. Could forgiveness be the secret ingredient to happiness? With playful text, expressive characters, and relatable themes, this story helps children understand the importance of empathy, letting go, and looking at situations from different perspectives.

Educational Benefits:

• Supports discussions around emotional regulation and empathy.
• Encourages reflection on fairness, assumptions, and forgiveness.
• Builds vocabulary related to feelings and social interaction.
• Reinforces positive relationship-building strategies.

Classroom Ideas:

• Host a œgrudge crumble activity where students write down and tear up imaginary grudges.
• Discuss how it feels to hold a grudge vs. forgiving someone.
• Act out scenarios involving forgiveness and resolution.
• Pair with a lesson on kindness and community building.

Information:

• Ages: 4-8 years
• Format: Hardcover
• Authors: Jory John & Pete Oswald
• Part of the #1 New York Times bestselling œFood Group series