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As every child knows, grandparents are special. Why? Because they love their grandchildren in their own unique way. Although the boy and girl in this story often make mistakes, their grandparents never lose patience, but help their grandchildren and cheer when they get things right.
Lyrical, soothing words are paired with warm and humorous pictures in this tribute to the unconditional love every grandparent and grandchild share.
Author Notes
Andrew Clements was born in Camden, New Jersey on May 7, 1949. He received a bachelor's degree in literature from Northwestern University and master's degree in teaching from National Louis University. Before becoming a full-time author, he taught in the public schools north of Chicago for seven years, was a singer-songwriter, and worked in publishing.
He is well known for his picture book texts, but it was his middle school novel, Frindle, that was a breakthrough for his writing career. Frindle won numerous awards including the Georgia Children's Book Award, the Sasquatch Children's Book Award, the Massachusetts Children's Book Award, the Rhode Island Children's Book Award, and the Year 2000 Young Hoosier Book Award. His other works include The Landry News, The Janitor's Boy, No Talking, Things Not Seen, Things Hoped For, and Things That Are.
(Bowker Author Biography)
Reviews (2)
Publisher's Weekly Review
Of the many things grandparents excel at, unfailing patience and kindness top the list as two children visit their elder relatives' idyllic farm. Writing in second person, Clements poses theoretical scenarios about how the grandparents might react as the children's enthusiasms get the best of them: "When you want to help feed the cow but can't lift the hay, your grandmother could say, Hold on there-that's way too much!" But each time, the grandparents respond with assistance and understanding. Clements's gentle, knowing writing and Alley's friendly characterizations readily capture the joy of making memories with grandparents. Ages 4-8. Author's agent: Amy Berkower, Writers House. Illustrator's agent: Emily van Beek, Folio Literary Management (Aug.) © Copyright PWxyz, LLC. All rights reserved.
Horn Book Review
This somewhat nostalgic story features two young children visiting their grandparents' farm. When the youngsters bumble typical activities such as picking apples and gathering eggs, instead of criticizing them, the grandparents gently show them a better way, ending with a fond bedtime. The upbeat, affectionate mood is reinforced by delicate mixed-media art with humorous touches. (c) Copyright 2016. The Horn Book, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.
