Book details
The War with Grandpa
Description
Peter thinks the only way he can reclaim his room is by declaring war on his grandfather.Dorothy Canfield Fisher Award, William Allen White Award, Tennessee Children's Choice Book Award, Parents' Choice Award, An IRA-CBC Children's Choice, Mark Twain Award, Young Hoosier Award, South Carolina Children's Book Award, Pacific Northwest Library Association Young Reader's Choice Award, Georgia Children's Book Award.From the Trade Paperback edition.
Age
8-12
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
160 pages
Book in series
#1
Why to read
- Engaging Storyline: 'The War with Grandpa' offers a captivating and humorous plot that revolves around a young boy named Peter and his grandfather. The intergenerational conflict and the 'war' for the bedroom create a series of entertaining events that keep readers engaged and eager to find out what happens next.
- Themes of Family and Love: The book explores the dynamics of family relationships, particularly between a grandchild and a grandparent. It delves into themes of love, understanding, and the importance of family bonds, making it a heartwarming read for people of all ages.
- Valuable Life Lessons: Through the characters' experiences and resolutions, the book imparts valuable lessons about conflict resolution, empathy, and the significance of communication within a family. It encourages readers to consider others' perspectives and to find peaceful solutions to disagreements.
- Accessible and Relatable: Robert Kimmel Smith's writing style is accessible to a wide range of readers, including children and young adults. The situations and emotions the characters go through are relatable, making it easy for readers to connect with the story and reflect on their own family experiences.