Books

“Firstly, I think it’s important I highlight that I am in no way being paid to write this review or share the experience of this book on my social media sites.⁣

I pre-ordered this book and when it arrived the other day I was so impressed with the quality. It’s a hardback book, the colours are extremely vibrant and eye catching – exactly what a child likes to see!⁣

Amrit and Ekam wasted no time in getting their hands on the book. They were straight in there, with Ekam shouting ‘read book, read book’ and constantly telling his sister ‘my book!’ (At no point did I ever say it was his book but he had clearly marked his territory on it!)⁣⁣

We started reading it and I was honestly blown away, firstly, by the illustrations and secondly, by the way the book is written and the language used. (I mean, have you seen how amazing the drawing in this book are!?)⁣⁣

I’m going to admit though that this book cannot just be ‘read’ because when it comes to the famous lines of ‘Guru Nanak, Guru Nanak where are you?’ You can’t help by sing it (or is that just me!?). Clearly not, because as soon as I was done singing (I mean reading) that line, I heard ‘here I am, here I am with Vaheguru’ being sung by Ekam!!⁣⁣

This book has been read numerous times in the day, every day since it’s arrived. It’s already starting to look battered (signs of a well read book). (My ocd wants to keep it in as pristine a condition as possible – so I’ve ordered another one one for the bookshelf – don’t judge me lol).⁣⁣

I never had books like this when growing up and all the books we had referring to or educating us on Sikhi were more suited to grown ups or were written in Punjabi.⁣⁣

Having this book tell the story of Our Gurus in English takes nothing away from the message being delivered. My children will know who our 10 Gurus are. I don’t care if they know it through song or through animation. The point is, they know.⁣

Thank you IM1313 for putting so much time, effort and money into the projects you’re doing.⁣

⁣From bringing us the My Best Friend Album (which is played by Amrit every night by the way, to help her go to sleep) to the Gurus Song lullaby and finally to this book. I know there’s plenty more projects in the pipeline (how couldn’t there be!) and I for one look forward to being able to experience whatever joy those being to my family.”

“When @im1313.fam got in touch with me about this book I was soooo happy. My little one absolutely loves the The Guru Song so when I found out about the book I knew a little someone was going to be over the moon.

For those who aren’t familiar, @im1313.fam have truly pushed the boundaries of creativity and production with their first book The Gurus Song Adventure. It is more than just a book and your kids really become familiar with the characters and the Guru’s especially having a musical visual as well as a written book. @im1313.fam have genuinely created a timeless classic for many years to come with its breathtaking illustrations and creative story. It is an absolute must have for all children. I highly recommend and was amazed by how they have made it so current, teaching Sikhism in a way kids can relate and be excited by.

Since, having this book we have read it daily together and I cannot thank the guys enough.”

“If you haven’t got this book I will definitely recommend you to get one for your kids. I was so excited for this book to arrive and it for sure has surpassed my expectations.

From content to illustrations, from quality to concept this book is pure class. The book is based on The Guru Song by @im1313.fam and is perfect to teach your kids the names of the gurus in the right sequence. Not only can they learn the names but they will also learn the most important teaching of life which is that Waheguru is omnipresent…”

“I wanted to start by saying how amazing it is what you have created and what you are doing. You have raised so much more awareness of Sikhi and have made it so much fun to teach to our children. I fell in love with the Guru Ji’s lullaby, my daughters absolutely love it.

On Thursday morning I was planning to order the Guru book from your website, but got tied up so didn’t manage to. That afternoon, my Mum popped over with my sister who had come with gifts from a wedding that I missed out on, my Mami Ji had sent some gifts, and believe it or not the gift she sent for the girls was your Guru book that I wanted to order! I was in shock. She said her nephew was the author. So happy!!!

I’ve read this to my 4 year old daughter, and she absolutely loves it, she can’t wait to see which Guru is going to come next. Such a fantastic idea, the book is perfection! I just wanted to message this page and let you know.”

“Great timing on this post as I made a note last night to get in touch…

Book was hand delivered on Friday and every night since, my son has gone to bed saying “vaheguru” – no kidding! We read the book every bed-time and he loves the stories and is so engaged (bearing in mind this is the first time he has heard some of the Gurus names)

One final point – my son occasionally has nightmares and (this is genuine) on Monday, he said he had a nightmare about a dinosaur but he wasn’t scared as a Guru appeared in his dream to make it better! I mean, you can’t get better than that! I had to check with my wife to see if she had mentioned it and he was just telling me a story but amazing that he actually felt that peace.

Fantastic book and great quality too – happy to endorse you whenever. More kids should read this lovely book!”