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The Grandparents Handbook
by Elizabeth LabanNo longer content to sit on rockers and bake cookies, today's grandparents are involved in the lives of their grandchildren more than ever before. The Grandparents Handbook features dozens of activities that will guarantee hours of fun, educational quality time-from building dollhouses and catching fish to flying kites, baking bread, making your own mini golf course, creating a family newspaper, and much more. These illustrated instructions will lead grandparents down surprising paths of discovery as they teach the youngest generation about family, friendship, and the world around them. It's the perfect gift for any grandparent and grandparent-to-be!
The Grandparents Handbook
by Nana Barbara Trostler Grandpa Myron Laban Elizabeth LabanDozens of Activities for Grandparents and Grandchildren, Including: * Scavenger Hunts * Fruit Cobblers * Bath-Time Fun * Indoor Camping * Backyard Olympics * Yard Sales * Books * Creating a Family Newspaper * Ice Cream * Cakes * Games * Museum Trips * Apple Crumb Pies * Road Trips * Hunting Four-Leaf Clovers * Gingerbread Houses * Homemade Pickles * Fuse Beads And much, much more!
Grandparents in Cultural Context
by David W. Shwalb Ziarat HossainGrandparents in Cultural Context gives a long overdue global view of the changing roles of grandparents. The eleven main chapters are by experts in the Americas, Europe and Russia, Asia, and Africa and the Middle East, and the editors integrate their chapters with previous writings on grandparenthood. Rather than technical or statistical research reports, each chapter provides a thought-provoking and comprehensive review of research, real-life case stories, cultural influences, and applied implications for grandparenthood across and within societies. Calling special attention to the roles of grandfathers and grandparenthood in societies previously un-represented in the literature, it provides several hundred new citations of work previously unavailable in English-language publications. Accessible to both scholars and students, it has several pedagogical features (e.g. web links, discussion questions) that make it useful as a text for upper-division undergraduate or graduate level classes in behavioral, social, and family sciences. It is relevant to psychology, gerontology, family studies, anthropology, family/comparative sociology, education, social work, gender studies, ethnic studies, psychiatry, and diversity and international studies programs. Practitioners, service providers, policymakers, and internationally minded grandparents will also enjoy this book.
A Grandparent's Legacy
by Jack CountrymanThis grandparent's memory journal takes you on a journey that will become a cherished family memoir. Designed in a 12-month format, each month features 12 intriguing questions with space to write a personal answer. Questions explore family history, childhood memories, lighthearted incidents, cherished traditions, and the dreams and spiritual adventures encountered in a lifetime of living. The written words become windows to a grandparent's heart.
Grandparents of Children with Disabilities
by Liora Findler Orit Taubman – Ben-AriThis briefs offers a comprehensive view of the journey of grandparents of children with disabilities by employing a wide range of theoretical approaches such as intergenerational relationships, positive psychology, psychoanalytic views and models of stress. It presents a multidimensional view of grandparents, which begins with the general role of grandparents in the family and the transition to grandparenthood, as a major life event. The briefs moves on to discuss grandparents' roles under unique circumstances such as illness or disability in the family and then deals with perspectives of parents of children with disabilities on the role of grandparents. Finally, it reviews attitudes of professionals toward grandparents and concludes with suggested intervention strategies for working with families on intergenerational relationships.
Grandpa's Blessing
by Michelle Medlock AdamsThis adorable picture book celebrates one of God's greatest gifts—the love Grandfathers have for their grandchildren. Whether he goes by Grandpa, Pops, Papaw, or Grandad—he wears that name proudly. To be a Grandpa is a gift, and the love he has for his grandchildren is fierce and unwavering. Through this adorable book, children, parents, and grandparents are reminded that nobody loves you like a grandparent. From singing songs, to sharing snacks, to skipping rocks, to just hanging out together . . . every page celebrates the special bond a Grandpa shares with his grandkids. The sweet and endearing illustrations and easy-to-read rhyming text are sure to make this book a family favorite and the perfect addition to any library. Inspires family reading timeBrings calm and comfort to kids at bedtimeDestined to become a family keepsake
Grandpa's Face
by Eloise GreenfieldSeeing her beloved grandfather making a mean face while he rehearses for one of his plays, Tamika becomes afraid that someday she will lose his love and he will make a mean face at her.
Grandpa's Garden: Independent Reading Gold 9 (Reading Champion #657)
by Damian HarveyThis story is part of Reading Champion, a series carefully linked to book bands to encourage independent reading skills, developed with Dr Sue Bodman and Glen Franklin of UCL Institute of Education (IOE).In this family story, Sam just wants to play his game. He really doesn't want to spend time gardening with his grandpa. But he is soon excited about the growing beans.Reading Champion offers independent reading books for children to practise and reinforce their developing reading skills.Fantastic, original stories are accompanied by engaging artwork and a reading activity. Each book has been carefully graded so that it can be matched to a child's reading ability, encouraging reading for pleasure.e.
Grandpa's Garden
by Barbara J. PetersonJoey loves to visit with his grandparents to plant corn in their garden. Every season, he has special traditions to do with the corn. Can you guess what Joey will make with cornstalks?
Grandpa's Great Escape
by David Walliams Tony RossDavid Walliams, hailed as “the heir to Roald Dahl” by The Spectator, burst onto the American scene with the New York Times bestseller Demon Dentist. Now the UK’s #1 bestselling children’s author is back with this high-flying adventure about a boy and his grandfather, perfect for fans of Jeff Kinney and Rachel Renee Russell.Grandpa is Jack’s favorite person in the world. It doesn’t matter that he wears his slippers to the supermarket, serves Spam a la Custard for dinner, and often doesn’t remember Jack’s name. But then Grandpa starts to believe he’s back in World War II, when he was a Spitfire fighter pilot, and he’s sent to live in an old folk’s home run by the sinister Matron Swine. Now it’s up to Jack to help Grandpa plot a daring escape!
Grandpa's Ha-la-loo-ya Hambone!
by Joe Hayes Antonio Castro L.Kids today grow up knowing all about recycling. But when Joe Hayes was a kid, recycling hadn't been invented. Money was so tight for his family that they had to be inventive about reusing everything. And when the family splurged for a fat hambone to flavor their beans, Joe's mother was determined to make it last as long as possible.
Grandpa's Mountain
by Carolyn ReederEleven-year old Carrie loves spending summers with her grandparents in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia. Their farm with a country store and a lunchroom, is safe and far removed from the terrible depression that grips most of the nation. But this summer, something is happening that will change the lives of all the people who have called the mountains home for generations. The government is creating a national park buying all the land and houses that are in the way. Grandpa is outraged, vowing never to move. Grandma is secretly preparing for the worst. The neighbors are turning against one another. And Carrie, who wants to believe Grandpa will win his battle, is very worried that she has deceived him in a way that may make him lose.
Grandpa's Quilt
by Betsy FrancoThree children remake their grandpa's quilt so it will fit him better.
Grandpa's Teeth
by Rod ClementGrandpa's expensive false teeth have been stolen! Grandpa suspects everyone. Where could his teeth have gone?
Grandpa's Tractor (Life on the Farm)
by Michael GarlandGenerations have fallen in love with this classic story of a grandson and grandfather whose visit to a family farm with a special tractor brings back memories. Don't miss the new companion title Grandma's Farm — now available! Grandpa Joe takes his grandson Timmy back to the site of his family&’s farm, where the old house and a ramshackle barn still stand. The visit stirs up memories for Grandpa Joe—in particular, the majesty of his own father's shiny red tractor, now rusting in the forgotten fields. An ideal gift, this picture book evokes nostalgia while demonstrating a special bond between a grandparent and grandchild.
Grandsparents Raising Kids
by Rae SimonsIn 2005, 6 million children were being raised by their grandparents. Sometimes, their grandchildren's parents had died, sometimes they were in prison, and sometimes they just couldn't cope with raising children. When grandparents take in their grandchildren to raise, they have some difficulties most families don't have. They're older, for one thing, and they also have to deal with their own children and that relationship. But they have the wisdom and experience they've gained from raising one set of children already, and this can help. The families in this book have had both good and bad experiences, but they have learned a great deal through them.
Grandude's Green Submarine
by Paul McCartneyCelebrate the fun that grandparents and grandkids can get up to in this action-packed undersea adventure—a companion picture book to Paul McCartney&’s #1 New York Times bestseller Hey Grandude. Grandude&’s inventions are the stuff of legend, and his new green submarine doesn&’t disappoint. In fact, it flies as well as submerges! Grandude whisks the grandkids off on another adventure, but he and the Chillers soon find themselves in a pickle. Suddenly, it&’s Nandude to the rescue! Nandude is an explorer as courageous as Grandude, with an amazing accordion-ship to boot! Between Grandude&’s magic compass and Nandude&’s magical music, everyone arrives home safely. But not before enjoying a parade, dancing rainforest animals, and a narrow escape from a grabby octopus. This tale is perfect for little explorers and Paul McCartney fans alike! Artist Kathryn Durst returns with glorious, humor-filled illustrations that are as beautiful as ever.
La granja
by Tom Rob Smith¿A quién creer? ¿Cómo evitar caer en un juicio equivocado? Del autor de El niño 44, llega este impactante thriller psicológico. Apenas han pasado unas horas desde que la vida de Daniel ha sufrido un vuelco radical. Esa misma mañana, mientras regresaba a casa del supermercado, una llamada inquietante ha roto el hilo de sus pensamientos: Chris, su padre, le informa de que su madre ha sido ingresada en un sanatorio, presa de delirios. Antes siquiera de sobreponerse al impacto, otra llamada igualmente perturbadora estalla en sus oídos. Esta vez es la voz temblorosa de su madre, Tilde, asegurándole que Chris es un mentiroso, que ella no está loca, que ha salido del centro por su propio pie, pero que teme por su vida y se encuentra de camino a Londres para verlo y explicárselo todo. Así, en cuestión de horas, Daniel escuchará dos versiones opuestas de la crisis. Con una creciente sensación de horror, descubrirá que bajo la faz de una apacible vida de jubilados, la relación entre sus padres es de una tensión y una paranoia insoportables. Ante su asombro, surgen del pasado secretos familiares, incluso posibles crímenes, y un retrato aterrador de sus seres más queridos, que lo fuerzan a descifrar la verdad y lo emplazan a la difícil decisión de tomar partido por uno de ellos. ¿A quién creer? ¿Cómo evitar caer en un juicio equivocado? ¿Acaso su vida ha sido una gran mentira? A Daniel no le queda otro remedio que volar a Suecia e investigar por su cuenta, aunque su propia identidad pueda salir dañada por la verdad. Reseñas:«Innovadora en su estructura y estilísticamente impactante, La granja supone un logro sorprendente.»Jeffery Deaver «Smith ha construido una historia inteligente y fascinante; una que toma caminos inesperados para hacer más compleja y profunda su milimetrada trama.»The Seattle Times «La granja es una novela tan buena que la devorarás con avidez y luego sentirás envidia de todo aquel que aún no la haya leído.»The Independent «¿Puede haber algo más perturbador que descubrir que no puedes confiar en tu propia madre? Quizá sea descubrir que no puedes confiar en tu propio padre. Ésta es la trama de La granja, un thriller psicológico que indaga en el miedo a perder a un padre.»New York Times Book Review
Granny at the Park: Independent Reading Pink 1B (Reading Champion #92)
by Damian HarveyReading Champion offers independent reading books for children to practise and reinforce their developing reading skills.Fantastic, original stories are accompanied by engaging artwork and a reading activity. Each book has been carefully graded so that it can be matched to a child's reading ability, encouraging reading for pleasure.Independent Reading Pink 1B stories are perfect for children aged 4+ who are reading at book band 1B (Pink) in classroom reading lessons.In this story, Granny loves the park - even more than her grandson!
The Granny Diaries
by Adair Lara Patricia StormsThis delightful guide gives new grandmas clear direction on how to navigate foreign territory. Celebrated columnist Adair Lara advises on how to choose a decent name (Oopsie? Boopsie?). She outlines how to give advice without getting a Dr. Sears guide chucked at the head. She offers wise counsel on how to stay on the parents' good side (hint: don't say anything, ever). Hilarious in its blunt truisms, The Granny Diaries steers around the shoals of grandma sentimentality. And yet, having fallen madly in love with her own grandchildren, Adair affirms that the years after the big G truly are golden.
Granny Doodle Day
by Eric SeltzerDoodle Dog, King, and Bear set aside their artwork for the day to visit Granny Doodle. Once there, they get to eat Doodle Noodles, play, and give Granny a pretty present. Days with Granny are doggone fun!
The Granny Game (The Cul-de-Sac Kids #20)
by Beverly LewisAbby Hunter's two grandmothers show up to oversee her and her siblings for a weekend. Will the very opposite grannies be able to get along?
The Granny Project
by Anne FineThe four children of the Harris family find Granny a bit of a dotty old lady. But when their parents decide to put Granny in a home they're horrified and decide to do a granny project to persuade their parents to change their minds.
Granny Torrelli Makes Soup
by Sharon Creech<P>Bailey, who is usually so nice, Bailey, my neighbor, my friend, my buddy, my pal for my whole life, knowing me better than anybody, that Bailey, that Bailey I am so mad at right now, that Bailey, I hate him today. <P>Twelve-year-old Rosie and her best friend, Bailey, don't always get along, that's true. But Granny Torrelli seems to know just how to make things right again with her warm words and family recipes. She understands from experience that life's twists and turns can't rattle the unique bond between two lifelong pals. <P>Newbery Medal winner Sharon Creech cooks up a delightfully tender novel, filled with homemade dishes and secret recipes. It's easy to remember what's important about love, life, and friendship while Granny Torrelli makes soup.
Granny Torrelli Makes Soup (Joanna Cotler Bks.)
by Sharon Creech Chris RaschkaNIMAC-sourced textbook