 |
|
 |
 |
|
||||||||||||||||||||
|
||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
 |  |  |
|
Definition: Grand: adj. magnificent or splendid; noble or fine; of great importance and distinction. Parent: protector, guardian, to rear children. Though the definition stays the same, grandparenting today is more than what it used to be or what people thought it was. It does not come completely naturally. We can't just rely on our instincts. Today, being a grandparent is a complex role that is handed to us whether we have a plan for it or not. We approach this new and essential role with both joy and trepidation. It changes the dynamics with our adult children. It changes our own identity and view of ourselves. Wouldn't it be wonderful if a "toolkit" came along with each stage of life to make it easier? Fortunately, the library has numerous books and materials to help us learn. The following are some suggested titles.
11 listings found. |
 Print this list E-mail this list
 
|
|
|
Chicken Soup for the Grandma's Soul: Stories to Honor and Celebrate the Ageless Love of Grandmothers The child of our child is makes us a "Grand Mother" (or "Grand Father"). The next generation is born and our family grows. Here is a collection of stories about grandmothers everywhere that tell of some of the universal experiences they have providing love, care, wisdom, advice and perhaps some candy and ice cream. 2005 |
|
Kimmel, Tim Extreme Grandparenting: The Ride of Your Life! Tim and Darcy Kimmel are the cofounders of Family Matters and work with families in their ministry. They say "No matter what, grandkids desire to love and to be loved by their grandparents." Grandkids today may be scattered around the country, in divorced or blended families, facing challenges of money, health, identity, moral values or other conflicts. Authors offer their wisdom and experience by developing practical principles to help bring out the best in your grandchildren and have fun too. My favorite words of wisdom from their book are: "To be an effective grandparent, you've got to have a high gag threshold." You might also call it "grace." 2007 Appears on the following book lists:  At Home Reader January 2008 |
|
Kornhaber, Arthur The Grandparent Guide: The Definitive Guide to Coping with the Challenges of Modern Grandparenting Today's grandparents are "different than the traditional ones they themselves grew up with. This new generation of grandparents are younger, healthier, better educated, and more affluent" than any before. Today's grandparent has many roles in the family and society --ancestor, buddy, hero, nurturer, teacher and guide, mentor, advisor and some are total caregivers. This book offers suggestions on how to balance your own life of work, leisure, travel, energy, and attitudes with your desire and need to be a special grandparent. 2002 |
|
Link, Michael Grandparents: Minnesota Style Got the grandchildren for the weekend? Wondering what might be fun to do other than the Mall of America or Vallyfair? This book offers some ideas, opportunities and adventures in and around Minnesota for kids and adults to share, have fun, and learn together. Contents include: "bonding and bridging," places to go, things to see, best ages for children, best season, a "word to the wise" and contact information. 2007 |
|
Truly, Traci Grandparents' Rights: Your Legal Guide to Protecting Your Relationship with Your Grandchildren There are a significant number of grandparents who have become responsible for rearing their grandchildren, or who need to establish visitation, custody or adoption rights. This is a self-help law book, not the answers to everything, but it will certainly get your started if you have questions about your legal rights as a grandparent. Appendix A contains state-by- state laws. 2005 |
|
Edwards, Peggy Intentional Grandparenting: A Contemporary Guide This book approaches the role of grandparenting in our contemporary and diverse world, which is different from what we think of as "traditional" grandparents. It offers ten basic principles for being an effective grandparent. Principles include comparisons of "then and now", practical ideas, questions and answers, "what research tells us" and "the last word." Appendix with resources. 2008 |
|
Gottlieb, Daniel Letters to Sam: A Grandfather's Lessons On Love Loss and the Gifts of Life What a remarkable book. Beautifully written letters by Gottlieb, a psychologist who has quadripelegia to his grandson, Sam, who has autism. Their conditions do not define them, but they must face challenges unknown to most of us. Written with love, wisdom, compassion and understanding in the hope that they will help Sam deal with the human condition. Us too, perhaps. 2006 |
|
Gore, Willma Willis Long-Distance Grandparenting: Connecting with Your Grandchildren from Afar In spite of the long distances there may be between you and your grandchild you can still keep in touch and nurture your relationship over periods of time or space. This book offers advice on ways that grandparents and grandchildren can connect, have fun, and get to know each other. It includes many ideas to try and some suggestions of pitfalls to avoid. 2008 |
|
Kornhaber, Arthur The Grandparent Solution: How Parents Can Build a Family Team for Practical Emotional and Financial Success The author believes that Mother Nature's arrangement of the family team, "child-parent-grandparent," is the most optimum way to offer children practical and emotional support. This may be ideal, but not always so easily done. The author reveals how to overcome some of the most common problems with building your family team. Here are some tools for how to get beyond different values, resentments, intrusiveness, personal preferences, and other challenges. 2004 |
|
Benning, Lee Edwards The Granny-Nanny: A Guide for Parents & Grandparents Who Share Child Care Statistics show that 21% of all children in the U.S. under the age of five are cared for on a regular basis by their grandparents. This can be both positive and negative. The author believes parents and grandparetns can work together to provide the most loving, nurturing and best child care possible. Here is a guide that addresses many of the issues: whose home, how to childproof for safety, discipline, travel, financial arrangements, emergencies and special needs. Appendix featuring stages of development, resources, reading lists, appropriate toys 2006 |
|
Hewitt, Doug The Joyous Gift of Grandparenting: 101 Practical Ideas Meaningful Activities to Share Your Love Discusses the challenges and realities of modern-day grandparenting and ways to build lasting relationships with your grandchildren. This is a great book for help in planning activities that are nurturing and fun. Hewitt offers fun facts, tested tips, and conversations starters. Geared primarily for ages thirteen and under. 2008 |
|
Print this list E-mail this list
|
| Updated: Apr. 2009 © Hennepin County Library We welcome your comments and suggestions. |
