I Love You, Grandpa
What’s inside...
Grandpa may not be good at football or skipping or jumping, but Stanley loves him best of all. Grandpa's supposed to be looking after Stanley, but after a while it's hard to tell who's looking after who! This is an enchanting follow-up to 'To Mum, With Love', which was shortlisted for the Children's Book Award. Stanley learns that he and Grandpa have a special connection in this heartwarming companion to A PRESENT FOR MOM. Grandpa has come to stay for the weekend, and Mom is off to work. Stanley's brothers and sisters want to play soccer or jump rope or bounce, but Grandpa and Stanley aren't too good at those games. What they do have a special talent for is snuggling, as they discover when Stanley sings Grandpa a song, and they both fall asleep. No wonder Stanley loves his grandpa the best of all!
Discussion points
What are some ways Grandpa shows his love in the story?
How do you feel when you spend time with your grandparents?
What fun activities would you like to do with your grandparents?
Can you think of a time when Grandpa was really helpful or taught you something new?
How can we show our grandparents that we love and appreciate them?
Tip: Role play these questions
Begin the conversation by asking about the child’s favorite moments with their grandparents, making a personal connection to the story. Use expressive reading to convey the emotions in the book, helping your child understand and empathize with the characters. Encourage your child to imagine and discuss additional adventures they could have with their grandparents. Highlight the values of kindness and respect towards elders that the book showcases. Reinforce the importance of family bonds through reflective questions and personal anecdotes.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of family bonds
Explanation: The story illustrates the special relationship between a grandchild and a grandparent, showcasing the love and wisdom that passes between generations.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to value and respect their elders, fostering strong family relationships through regular interaction with grandparents.
Example Lesson: Empathy and understanding
Explanation: Throughout the book, the grandparent empathetically listens and responds to the grandchild’s thoughts and feelings, demonstrating caring communication.
Real-World Application: Kids can practice empathy by attentively listening to their peers and family members, understanding and respecting their feelings.
Example Lesson: Appreciation for life lessons
Explanation: The grandparent imparts valuable life lessons through stories and personal experiences, which enlightens the grandchild.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to seek wisdom from older family members and to apply these teachings to their own life scenarios.