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  • Published: 15 March 2008
  • ISBN: 9781578262670
  • Imprint: Hatherleigh Press
  • Format: Paperback
  • Pages: 288
  • RRP: $32.99

The Joyous Gift of Grandparenting

101 Practical Ideas & Meaningful Activities to Share Your Love



This book is the ideal gift for new grandparents.

Whether they see their grandchildren once a month, once a week, or are their primary caregiver, all grandparents agree: today’s world can be hectic. It’s difficult to plan activities that can nurture their grandchildren and strengthen family bonds while still making those loving, lasting memories.

The Joyous Gift of Grandparenting helps grandparents inspire their grandchildren’s imaginations, open their minds to new ideas and concepts, and help develop their social skills.

Accompanied by conversation starters, fun facts, and a personal anecdote from the authors, activities included are suitable for all ages and various periods of time, and tips are paired with every activity, discussing grandparent-specific problems, such as:

• the challenges of maintaining a relationship over long distances

• navigating parenting conflicts between grandparents and parents

• helping grandchildren cope with their parents’ divorce

Whether they are on a fixed income or want to spoil the kids, have an hour or a week to plan, this helpful guide will assist the cool grandparent find activities that are both meaningful and enjoyable–for them as well as for the grandkids.

  • Published: 15 March 2008
  • ISBN: 9781578262670
  • Imprint: Hatherleigh Press
  • Format: Paperback
  • Pages: 288
  • RRP: $32.99

Praise for The Joyous Gift of Grandparenting

The previous title by Doug Hewitt, The Practical Guide to Weekend Parenting, received nice publicity in print, radio, online, and on television.
In print the book was mentioned in the San Diego Union Tribune, Forecast, Paper Clips, New York Parent, and more.
Online reviews appeared at Canada's City Parent, Metro Augusta Parent, AmericanBaby.com, HealthyKids.com, BHG.com. and ParentswithoutPartners.org.
Radio interviews included CBC Toronto Metro Mornings with Andy Barrie and the Max 'N Morning Show.
Doug also appeared on CBS 2 News This Morning on October 14, 2006. Video is available online at: http://wcbstv.com/video/?id=92501@wcbs.dayport.com