Goldie's Guide to Grandchilding
What’s inside...
From three-time #1 NYT Bestselling author of The Adventure Zone Graphic Novel series, Clint McElroy, comes a hilarious and heartwarming family picture book! Little Goldie is an expert on grandchilding. She knows that grandparents are special creatures who thrive in a structured environment, need plenty of opportunities for imaginative play, love having dance parties, and will never turn down a cuddle. When it comes to the care and feeding of her beloved Grandpa, Goldie knows her stuff. And, as readers will discover, Grandpa knows a thing or two about grandchildren, too. The beloved author, with his three sons, of the #1 NYT Bestselling Adventure Zone Graphic Novels, Clint McElroy is also grandfather to many grandchildren, all of whom are experts at grandchilding.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
5-8
Length
40 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What are some ways Goldie shows love and kindness to her grandchildren in the book?
How do you think the grandchildren feel when they spend time with Goldie?
What are some activities that Goldie and her grandchildren do together? Which activity would you like to try?
Why is it important to have a good relationship with grandparents or older family members?
How can we show appreciation to our grandparents or elders in our family?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to think about their own experiences with their grandparents while discussing the book, making personal connections to deepen understanding.
Use expressive, animated tones while reading to mimic the warmth and love between Goldie and her grandchildren, making the story more engaging.
After reading, collaborate with your child to create a drawing or craft that represents one of the activities done by Goldie and her grandchildren. Discuss the creation together.
Ask your child to consider what lessons they can learn from Goldie and how they can apply these lessons in their relationship with their own grandparents.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of family bonds
Explanation: Through various adventures and experiences shared between Goldie and her grandchildren, the book emphasizes the strength and warmth of family relationships.
Real-World Application: Children can appreciate and value the time they spend with their own family members, understanding that these relationships provide support and love.
Example Lesson: Respect for elders
Explanation: Goldie imparts wisdom and shares stories from her life, teaching her grandchildren valuable life lessons. This demonstrates the importance of respecting and listening to older family members.
Real-World Application: Children learn to listen to their grandparents and other elders, absorbing wisdom and gaining respect for their experiences and knowledge.
Example Lesson: Creativity and imagination
Explanation: Goldie engages her grandchildren with creative activities and imaginative games throughout the book, showcasing how creativity can enhance daily life.
Real-World Application: Children are encouraged to use their imagination and creativity in problem-solving and in expressing themselves in various ways, be it through art, storytelling, or play.
Example Lesson: Learning from mistakes
Explanation: In the story, mistakes made during adventures become valuable learning opportunities for the grandchildren, taught in a nurturing way by Goldie.
Real-World Application: This teaches children to view their own mistakes as chances to learn and grow, reducing fear of failure and promoting a healthy mindset towards challenges.