| Fun Ideas & Tips For Grandparents and their Grandchildren

Have You Ever Made a Book Out of Cheese or Ice Cream, Ketchup Packets, Ham, or Dollar Bills?

May 13, 2021 | Funtime

Well, artist Ben Denzer has! And you can too, with your grandchild…well, maybe not cheese or ham!

The Week Junior (the best magazine for kids that has ever been published) in their December, 2020 issue had an article about Ben Denzer, an artist and designer who makes books: tiny books, big books, thin books and books with pages made out of cheese, meat, dollar bills, ketchup packets, toilet paper and even ice cream. My students and grandkids were fascinated. And so was I!

U Can Do It – Get Organized!

Apr 15, 2021 | Special Features by Leslie & Kay, founders

When you organize your life and your home nest, it makes you feel so good and brand new. Now that Spring is here, we want to share some of our tips and tricks that we picked up during this past quarantine to give your home the refresh and organization that will not only make you smile from ear to ear, but will help improve you with your day to day, all while enjoying your beautiful home!

For A Little Inspiration & Direction

Nov 22, 2020 | Latest & Greatest

Fitting for the times we are living in… we highly recommend…

Brené Brown; Author of Five #1 New York Times Bestsellers

Brené Brown, a research professor at the University of Houston, has spent the past two decades studying courage, vulnerability, shame, and empathy. She teaches us what it means to dare greatly, rise strong, and brave the wilderness. Now, based on new research conducted with leaders, change makers, and culture shifters, she’s showing us how to put those ideas into practice so we can step up and lead.

Escape Into Reading Great Books!

Nov 19, 2020 | Experts Corner, Special Features by Leslie & Kay, founders

The winter season brings lots of things, but what we love the most is sharing – especially our personal recommendations for a good book or two. Here at GPL we are always on the hunt for our next great book, so here we have compiled a list of our favorites right now! Get lost in a great book and enjoy!

Great Advice! Three ideas to keep in mind…*

Nov 1, 2020 | Special Features by Leslie & Kay, founders

A little bit of mindfulness can go a long way, and as a grandparent you have a choice to learn how to do exactly that and take stock of what is really important.

You Ate 54 Cow Brain Tacos in 8 Minutes?

Oct 22, 2020 | Experts Corner

An interview with the World’s Record Competitive Eater, Joey Chestnut
an exclusive feature compiled by Victoria Waller, Ed.D, with questions by Izzy and Sam, 6 years old

I will never, ever be surprised by what children’s passions are. I teach to their passions because when they are interested, they learn. For all parents and grandparents who are home with kids now and want a fun activity to do, find someone the kids are interested in, look up interesting facts about them on the internet and write them a letter. I’ve even had a child write Robert Ballard, the discoverer of the Titanic, and he wrote back.

For Mother’s Day…6 Gifts We Absolutely Love

Apr 16, 2020 | Latest & Greatest, Special Features by Leslie & Kay, founders

a special feature from Leslie Zinberg & Kay Ziplow, founders grandparentslink.com

Mom’s special holiday is closer than you think, and remember, Mom always comes first. That’s the rule. Here’s six fabulous gifts that will make this holiday even better – our editor’s picks. Maybe you can’t “buy” a mother’s love—but you can at least grease the wheels by getting her the right gift. Maybe it’s a pair of shoes she’s been eyeing for ages. Maybe it’s a new gadget to keep up with her busy life. Maybe all that matters is that it comes from her favorite kid (you, obviously). Whatever the case, it’ll be here on our list!

Share your books with your family and friends… And read, read, read!

Apr 13, 2020 | Mindful Moments

How to Help Your Grandchild Become a Reader

Jan 9, 2020 | Experts Corner

Reading includes anything from listening to a story being read, listening to a book, reading graphic novels, joke books, Weird but True books, the Lego Magazine, National Geographic Magazine, comic books, or Pokémon and baseball cards.

Children love reading if it is based on their interests. Animals, sharks, Peppa Pig, Star Wars, the Titanic, cars, poetry and more.

Yes, Dr. Ruth Has Much to Say!

Dec 26, 2019 | Experts Corner

Hey Grandparents, looking for a good read?

World-renowned Psychosexual Therapist Dr. Ruth Westheimer, who just turned 90, is as relevant as they come! In her new book, Stay Or Go, Dr. Ruth focuses on common sense over emotion and straight-up advice like never before. Dr. Ruth leaves no stone unturned when speaking on a topic such as the male and female relationship, both physical and emotional, parenting and long-distance family connections, as well as communicating and financial stresses. We highly recommend checking out this book. We think you will find new approaches to understanding and living in this day and age!

Quotes We Love from Children’s Books…

Dec 22, 2019 | Experts Corner

No matter how old you may be!

We are big fans of children’s books here at Grandparentslink! After all, many a life lesson can be learned in the simplest of ways. Take a look at some of our favorite quotes from children’s books that we still share daily, even in adulthood! We love the idea that maybe as grown-ups, we actually can appreciate and understand the power of these words. Take a look…

Grandparenting: Renew, Relive, Rejoice – Book Giveaway

Dec 5, 2019 | Experts Corner

Leslie and Pam’s book was just launched and we are beyond excited to giveaway two (2) copies of the book!

Grandparenting: Renew, Relive, Rejoice provides a concise, down-to-earth guide for both grandparents and parents. Each of the 52 straightforward nourishing practices provide methods of mindfulness, along with endearing real-life stories that grandparents can identify with. These stories are warm, poignant, funny, charming, and not-to-be missed.

Tag: books

Have You Ever Made a Book Out of Cheese or Ice Cream, Ketchup Packets, Ham, or Dollar Bills?

U Can Do It – Get Organized!

For A Little Inspiration & Direction

Escape Into Reading Great Books!

Great Advice! Three ideas to keep in mind…*

You Ate 54 Cow Brain Tacos in 8 Minutes?

For Mother’s Day…6 Gifts We Absolutely Love

Share your books with your family and friends… And read, read, read!

How to Help Your Grandchild Become a Reader

Yes, Dr. Ruth Has Much to Say!

Quotes We Love from Children’s Books…

Grandparenting: Renew, Relive, Rejoice – Book Giveaway

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