The Joyous Gift Of Grandparents

"When Mom and Dad say no, go ask Grandpa and Grandma!" Everyone who has grandparents has an extraordinary gift and a wonderful blessing from God. Their insight, their wisdom, their strength, their support, their love just can't be denied. Here is a charming gift book that cherishes that special relationship between grandchildren and grandparents.

This book is the ideal gift for new grandparents. Whether they see their grandchildren once a month, once a week, or are their primary caregiver, all grandparents agree: today’s world can be hectic. It’s difficult to plan activities that can nurture their grandchildren and strengthen family bonds while still making those loving, lasting memories. The Joyous Gift of Grandparenting helps grandparents inspire their grandchildren’s imaginations, open their minds to new ideas and concepts, and help develop their social skills. Accompanied by conversation starters, fun facts, and a personal anecdote from the authors, activities included are suitable for all ages and various periods of time, and tips are paired with every activity, discussing grandparent-specific problems, such as: • the challenges of maintaining a relationship over long distances • navigating parenting conflicts between grandparents and parents • helping grandchildren cope with their parents’ divorce Whether they are on a fixed income or want to spoil the kids, have an hour or a week to plan, this helpful guide will assist the cool grandparent find activities that are both meaningful and enjoyable–for them as well as for the grandkids.

Grandparents are a constant source of understanding, advice and love. This beautiful collection of quotations will make every grandparent see how much they are appreciated.

Ask any grandparent about their grandchild and you’re usually in for a long conversation! Grandmothers and grandfathers love to talk about their grandchildren, and why not? In this beautifully presented little book, grandparents and grandchildren from all around the globe reflect on the everyday delights of the magical bond that’s shared by grandparent and grandchild. They wax lyrical about this “special relationship” and everything that it encompasses, from the mundane to the marvelous–from breaking the rules to sharing triumphs, from giving advice to singing silly songs. These words of experience are teamed with sayings from great writers and philosophers through the ages. This treasure trove of wisdom and humor is a heartfelt tribute to the joy of grandparenting.

Grandfathers connect us to the past and give us the wisdom we need to face the future. That's why this artfully designed keepsake offers grandfathers their own special vehicle for sharing their lives with the youngest generation. The contemporary styling and irresistible format--featuring helpful questions written from the grandchild's perspective--make it wonderfully easy to explore family history. There's space to mention favorite relatives, jot down beloved stories, and pass on the important lessons that Grandfather learned from his parents--and grandparents. He can recount details of his childhood and teen years; reminisce about how he met Grandma; and reflect on his own experiences with fatherhood. Because the grandchild is also the star, there are questions to inspire Grandfather to remember when he first saw his grandchild, reveal what he likes best about being a grandparent, and relate how being a grandparent has changed who he is as a person. And of course, this essential volume has plenty of room to paste in precious photos and mementos.