Books like Grandpa
Award winning
Nana and Poppy Love You!: A Rhyming Story of Generational Love
Joy Joyfully, 2023
35 pages
Why to read
Celebrates the bond between grandparents and grandchildren.
Encourages appreciation of family love and heritage.
Rhymes enhance reading fluency and phonemic awareness.
Warm illustrations complement the affectionate tale.
Nana and Poppy Love You!: A Rhyming Story of Generational Love
Joy Joyfully, 2023
Award winning
Grandma, Grandpa and Pipkin
Lucy Kincaid, Eric Kincaid, 1992
96 pages
Why to read
Charming tale showcasing intergenerational family bonds.
Encourages empathy and understanding among children.
Stimulates conversations on family and values.
Beautifully illustrated, captivating young readers visually.
Grandma, Grandpa and Pipkin
Lucy Kincaid, Eric Kincaid, 1992
Award winning
The Frank Show
David Mackintosh, 2012
32 pages
Why to read
Highlights the value of intergenerational relationships.
Encourages appreciation of family diversity and history.
Supports emotional intelligence and empathy development.
Engaging storytelling with humorous twist.
The Frank Show
David Mackintosh, 2012
Award winning
Salim Mamoo and Me (Tulika Books Fiction)
Zal Whitaker, Prabha Mallya, 2017
28 pages
Why to read
Captures vibrant cultural experiences and relationships.
Stimulates emotional and social understanding.
Enhances language skills through engaging storytelling.
Fosters familial bonds and shared learning moments.
Salim Mamoo and Me (Tulika Books Fiction)
Zal Whitaker, Prabha Mallya, 2017
Award winning
Daddy, Tell Me a Story
Kathleen Long Bostrom, Ela Smietanka, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Encourages bonding through storytelling and shared reading.
Enhances vocabulary and language skills for young readers.
Illustrations captivate and stimulate visual learning.
Addresses emotions and problem-solving in relatable scenarios.
Daddy, Tell Me a Story
Kathleen Long Bostrom, Ela Smietanka, 2024
Award winning
Little Mama Forgets
Robin Cruise, Stacey Dressen-McQueen, 2006
40 pages
Why to read
Gently explores themes of memory loss and family bonds.
Encourages empathy and understanding in young readers.
Beautifully illustrated, capturing emotional and heartwarming moments.
Supports conversations about aging and health with children.
Little Mama Forgets
Robin Cruise, Stacey Dressen-McQueen, 2006
Award winning
The Trouble with Grandad
Babette Cole, 1988
32 pages
Why to read
Grandad’s unique inventions spark curiosity and laughter.
Illustrations captivate and enhance engagement with the story.
Encourages creative thinking and perseverance in kids.
A joyful read promoting intergenerational relationships.
The Trouble with Grandad
Babette Cole, 1988
Mittens:
Clare Turlay Newberry, 1936
32 pages
Why to read
Captures delightful interactions with a playful kitten.
Enhances empathy and care for animals.
Stimulates emotional and social development.
Simple, engaging narrative for young readers.
