He also gave me an insight into his life in a different country, India. From his descriptions, it seemed to me like this magical land” These are very active grandparents; they aren’t wrapped in a blanket in a comfy chair by the fire. You’ve got grannies that take you to the zoo and do karate! We’re not often presented that side of granny-hood. The focus on the two grannies works well. I don’t think the parents feature at all. There’s no granddad. It’s just unashamedly focusing on two grannies. Two active older ladies, which it seems like the media is terrified of. I think that’s lovely.

A lyrical story of a boy’s memories of his abuelo. The boy’s abuelo teaches him that there are many ways to be strong, fuerte ; that it’s good to laugh, es bueno reirse ; and to look, mira , at the stars. Even when the boy moves to the big city, his abuelo is always with him in spirit. Anita breaks Abeula’s special flan dish–and she feels guilty but doesn’t say anything while she’s helping her grandparents mix and cook and share the stories of their past. Anita finally confesses what happened and her abuela is happy to know the truth and isn’t mad. “A plate is a plate but YOU are irreplaceable.” You’ll love the story’s relatable topic, the mix of both languages, the Cuban culture, and the love that bursts through the relationships. I think he liked a little spice. When we played cards, if I cheated, he warned me, “If you did that if you were really playing cards, they’d come for you.” For a child this was very cool, but I’m sure he exaggerated. He also gave me an insight into his life in a different country, India. From his descriptions, it seemed like this magical land—a mysterious place that my grandfather would disappear to once a year. I just think Sam’s book is gorgeous. Focusing on that relationship between the little boy and his grandfather, and having adventures that are dictated by the weather. Other books in the series are Storm, Rainand Snow. Nothing stops them from going out. I grew up in Roehampton in a single parent family. It was just me and my little sister and my mum, so grandparents were quite important. I remember that when my mum was working, my Nan would come down on the bus or the train and look after us in the evenings. My grandfather would come round if anything needed fixing, or if a shelf needed putting up—that sort of thing. He was quite handy. I would visit my grandparents on the weekend. My grandpa would get me doing all sorts of jobs, some slightly dangerous.Lesley Stahl, famed correspondent for the television show, 60 Minutes, explores the changing roles of today’s grandparents, looking at the roles of grandmas throughout history and all over the world today. The book is a mixture of science, journalistic exploration and a number of personal stories to highlight truths. It is both an informative and entertaining read. What role will grandparents play in the lives of their grandchildren in today’s fast-paced world? Things? Not To Do With Granny by Margaret McAllister and Holly Sterling – it’s presented like a rule book which I just love. The best thing about this book is just the joy in it – and the silliness. In this story, the grandmother is a linchpin keeping things together in times of need. That’s a really important role of grandparents, I think. They are the ones that mum and dad will call when they have arguments, when they need a babysitter, when there’s a family emergency. That steadfastness is so key. If you’re a new grandparent or are soon be one, here are four books chosen by Ask Granny, to help you get into the spirit of a brand new world when it comes to raising children. You’ll find out we didn’t put them to bed in the right position, we’re not careful enough about germs and a whole raft of other tidbits of information. There was always stuff that needed doing in my grandparents garden and I was always more than keen to help out. I have many fond memories of them from when I was very young. I stayed with my grandparents while my little sister was being born. In these ways, my grandparents took on parenting responsibilities—as well as helping my mum out.

Nora spends summers with Lola in the Philippines. This is the first year Nora is big enough to work at the sari-sari store.She cleans, measures, and sorts. But, the customers aren’t coming to the store. What can Nora do to help Lola? She suggests they make ice candy with the ripe mangoes from their tree. And the customers love them! A sweet story of culture, family, and food.

What is one of your fondest childhood memories?

As a child being read this or reading this with your family, you couldn’t help but feel on top of the world afterward.”