| Fun Ideas & Tips For Grandparents and their Grandchildren

Best Books in Our Bag!

Nov 12, 2023 | Experts Corner

Okay- as grandparents we have spent countless hours reading Goodnight Moon and so many other children’s stories to our beautiful grandchildren- yes?! Absolutely! So, here’s a little something for you, the grandparents, to enjoy just for yourself when you find that quiet time. And, remember how easy it is to listen to audio books now, so throw on your favorite read and go out for a walk if weather permits, or snuggle up by the fire. You’ll be getting the best of relaxation and YOU-time.

Connecting with your Grandchildren- Tips for all age groups!

Jul 2, 2023 | Experts Corner

You have a joyous opportunity to support the next generation. Be yourself, be firm but fair, and bond through tradition
Anthropologists and evolutionary theorists who have studied family relationships throughout history identify grandparents as playing an important part in helping parents ensure the physical survival of their children. While not a popular subject for research, studies of modern societies too show how the involvement of grandparents can help their grandchildren’s resilience and overall healthy development.

You Don’t Want to Miss This…

May 15, 2022 | Special Features by Leslie & Kay, founders

We’ve created a new e – book series of our reader’s favorite articles.
Be sure to share with your friends.

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.

Tag: books

Best Books in Our Bag!

Connecting with your Grandchildren- Tips for all age groups!

You Don’t Want to Miss This…

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

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