Synopses & Reviews
As every child knows, grandparents are special. Why? Because they love their grandchildren in their own unique way. Although the boy and girl in this story often make mistakes, their grandparents never lose patience, but help their grandchildren and cheer when they get things right.
Lyrical, soothing words are paired with warm and humorous pictures in this tribute to the unconditional love every grandparent and grandchild share.
Synopsis
A New York Times bestselling HOW TO picture book that celebrates the connection between grandpas and grandchildren A New York Times bestselling picture book--from the creators of the hilarious HOW TO... series--about a child spending time with his grandpa. Written in a how-to style, the narrator gives important tips for "babysitting" a grandpa, including what to eat for snack (anything dipped in ketchup, ice cream topped with cookies, cookies topped with ice cream) what to do on a walk (find lizards and dandelion puffs, be on the lookout for puddles and sprinklers), and how to play with a grandpa (build a pirate cave, put on a scary play).
Filled with humor, energy, and warmth, this is a great gift for or from a grandparent, and perfect for lap reading when Grandpa comes to visit
Praise for the HOW TO . . . series:
"A silly take on role reversal." -Kirkus Reviews (How to Babysit a Grandma)
"Laugh-out-loud funny. . ." -Kirkus Reviews (How to Raise a Mom)
." . . laugh-out-loud scenes and funny hidden details." -Kirkus Reviews (How to Babysit a Grandpa)
"Touches of humor in each of the digitally rendered illustrations." -Kirkus Reviews (How to Surprise a Dad)
The fun doesn't stop Check out more HOW TO... picture books:
How to babysit a Grandma
How to Catch a Santa
How to Get Your Teacher Ready
How to Raise a Mom
How to Surprise a Dad
Synopsis
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER - Celebrate the special bond between grandpas and grandchildren in this delightful New York Times bestseller that puts the kids in charge The perfect gift for Father's Day, Grandparent's Day, and any day shared with Grandpa Here's everything a kid needs to know to spend a fun-filled day with grandpa Written in a how-to style, the narrator gives important tips for babysitting a grandpa, including what to eat for snack (anything dipped in ketchup, ice cream topped with cookies, cookies topped with ice cream) what to do on a walk (find lizards and dandelion puffs, be on the lookout for puddles and sprinklers), and how to play with a grandpa (build a pirate cave, put on a scary play).
From the author-illustrator team behind the New York Times bestselling HOW TO... books comes a funny and heartwarming celebration of grandpas and all that they do This is a great gift for or from a grandparent, and perfect for lap reading when Grandpa comes to visit
The fun doesn't stop Check out more HOW TO... picture books:
How to Babysit a Grandma
How to Catch a Santa
How to Get Your Teacher Ready
How to Raise a Mom
How to Surprise a Dad
How to Read to a Grandma or Grandpa
Synopsis
Grandparents are the reassuring heroes in this sweet story about a boy and girl who go on an overnight visit at their grandmother and grandfather's farm.
About the Author
JEAN REAGAN was born in Alabama but spent most of her childhood in Japan. She now lives in Salt Lake City, UT, with her husband. To learn more about Jean and her work, please visit jeanreagan.com and jeanreaganbooks.com.
LEE WILDISH has illustrated a number of children’s books, including Twosomes by Marilyn Singer. To learn more about Lee and his work, visit wildishillustration.com.