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2) Quiet
Author
Publisher
Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
Pub. Date
[2018]
Language
English
Description
While observing the busy world around them, two children and their grandfather take a moment to appreciate being quiet and still.
Author
Publisher
Sterling Children's Books
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
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Description
After bungling his audition to play the Scarecrow in The Wiz, fifth-grader Ailey is magically transported to 1930s Harlem where he meets his own grandfather and legendary tap dancer Bill "Bojangles" Robinson.
Author
Series
Circus Mirandus volume 1
Pub. Date
[2015]
Language
English
Formats
Description
"When he realizes that his grandfather's stories of an enchanted circus are true, Micah Tuttle sets out to find the mysterious Circus Mirandus--and to use its magic to save his grandfather's life"--
Author
Series
Penelope Crumb volume 1
Publisher
Philomel Books
Pub. Date
2012.
Language
English
Description
Fourth-grader Penelope Crumb's large nose leads to a family discovery.
Author
Series
Language
English
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"Gigi can't wait for her Ojiji--Japanese grandpa--to move in. Gigi plans lots of things to do with him, like playing tag, reading books, and teaching Roscoe, the family dog, new tricks. But her plans don't work out quite the way she'd hoped. And her grandpa doesn't seem to like Roscoe. Will Gigi find a way to connect with her Ojiji?"--
7) Rainbow Stew
Author
Publisher
Lee & Low Books Inc
Pub. Date
©2013.
Language
English
Description
"On a rainy summer day, three children and their grandpa pick vegetables in his garden and then cook and share a delicious meal of his famous Rainbow Stew. Includes recipe"--
Author
Publisher
Albert Whitman & Co
Pub. Date
2009.
Language
English
Description
When Roy G. Biv, a leprechaun, appears and asks Colleen's help in saving the St. Patrick's Day parade, she offers items of different colors to rebuild his lost rainbow, but is reluctant to part with a special gift from her grandfather.
Author
Series
Waffle hearts volume 1
Language
English
Description
Lena is Trille's best friend, even if she is a girl. And there is never an ordinary day when you've got a best friend like Lena. Hardly a day passes without Trille and Lena inventing some kind of adventure that often ends in trouble. Whether it's coaxing a cow onto a boat or sledding down the steepest and iciest hill with a chicken, there is always a thrill-and sometimes an injury-to be had. Trille loves to share everything with Lena, even Auntie...
Author
Publisher
Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
Pub. Date
©2014.
Language
English
Description
Explores some of the many and varied ways a grandfather can express his love, even without saying the words, such as by sharing his coin collection, holding hands when crossing the street, and attending tea parties.
Author
Publisher
Lee & Low Books Inc
Pub. Date
[2016]
Language
English
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Description
Curious and energetic Mei Mei attempts some t'ai chi forms as her grandfather demonstrates them, then tries to teach him basic yoga poses. Includes introductions to t'ai chi and yoga, as well as instructions for the exercises described in the text.
15) Grumpy Grandpa
Author
Publisher
Atheneum Books for Young Readers
Pub. Date
[2009]
Language
English
Description
Jack's grandfather is always grumpy, and a bit scary, too, but during a visit to the country house where "Grumpy Grandpa" lives with the brave Aunt Ellie and Uncle Wilbur, Jack learns that his grandfather was once very different.
16) Grandad's pride
Author
Publisher
Little Bee Books
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"After Milly discovers a pride flag in Grandad's attic, this adorable pair are motivated by the past to start a pride parade in their small town. Activism and celebration go hand in hand as the town gathers to help build a world where everyone is proud to be themselves"--
18) Not our summer
Author
Publisher
Running Press Teens
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
Estranged cousins K. J. and Becka must complete their deceased grandfather's strange bucket list in order to earn the inheritance they both need, but Grandpa's real motive makes it a challenge.
19) Grandad's camper
Author
Publisher
Little Bee Books
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
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Description
A child who enjoys Grandad's stories of his travels and adventures with Gramps persuades him to fix up their old camper and take another trip, in honor of Gramps.
Author
Publisher
Minedition
Pub. Date
©2015.
Language
English
Description
"Luke gets so many presents for his birthday that when his grandfather gives him a bag of seeds, he's rather disappointed. But his grandfather tells him that if he plants and cares for these little seeds, they could become the best present of all. Luke wants to believe him, but it's hard when so little happens day after day. Will Luke have the patience to nurture the seeds into something truly special? Here is a lovely tale told by renowned picture...
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