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Picture Books By Topic: grandfather/grandson
A Little at a Time
Illustrated by: Paul Tong
Description: A young boy visits his grandfather in the city and asks many questions like "how did that tree get so tall" and "how did you get so smart Grandpa." He answers patiently, along with "a little at a time."
Ages: 3-6, 6-9
Topics: cities, grandfather/grandson, grandparents, intergenerational, using life experiences
Be the Change: A Grandfather Gandhi Story
Illustrated by: Evan Turk
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Description: t Grandfather Gandhi’s service village, each day is filled, from sunrise to sunset, with work that is done for the good of all. The villagers vow to live simply and non-violently. Arun Gandhi tries very hard to follow these vows, but he struggles with one of the most important rules: not to waste. (from website Grandfather Gandhi.)
Ages: 3-6, 6-9
Topics: Activism, community, family heritage, fears, grandfather/grandson, legacy, making a difference, multicultural, neighbors, older role model
Big Papa and the Time Machine
Illustrated by: Shane W. Evans
Description: A journey into African American history: When a little boy is afraid to go to school, his grandfather, Big Papa, takes him away in his time machine—a 1952 Ford—to the times he was scared of something life handed him. That’s called being brave Big Papa says. (Description from Bookshop.org)
Ages: 6-9
Topics: African-American, family heritage, fears, grandfather/grandson, grandparents, history, intergenerational, men, multicultural, older role model, racism, using life experiences
Crouching Tiger
Illustrated by: Yan Nascimbene
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Description: Grandpa visits from China and imparts his skills in tai chi to his young grandson and also pride in his Chinese-American heritage.
Ages: 3-6
Topics: China, family heritage, grandfather/grandson, multicultural, perseverance
Grandfather and I
Illustrated by: Jan Ormerod
Description: Grandparents, everyday activities, families, multicultural (African Americans). In the middle of a busy family, only grandfather has lots of time to walk and look with his grandson.
Ages: 3-6
Topics: African-American, grandfather/grandson, grandparents, multicultural
Grandfather Gandhi
Illustrated by: Evan Turk
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Description: Mahatma Gandhi’s grandson tells the story of how his grandfather taught him to turn darkness into light in this uniquely personal and vibrantly illustrated tale that carries a message of peace.
Ages: 3-6, 6-9
Topics: Activism, family heritage, fears, grandfather/grandson, legacy, making a difference, multicultural, older role model, picture book bios, using life experiences, wisdom
Gus & Me
Illustrated by: Theodora Richards
Description: True tale by Rolling Stones musician Keith Richards about his relationship with his grandfather and introduction to music.
Ages: 3-6
Topics: creativity, grandfather/grandson, grandparents, late-life career, late-life happiness, men, older role model, picture book bios, work
Hot Hot Roti for Dadi-ji
Illustrated by: Keri Min
Description: Grandparents, families, food, multi-cultural – India. Aneel’s active grandparents bring stories, special foods, and fun with them from India.
Ages: 3-6
Topics: family heritage, grandfather/grandson, multicultural, stories, using life experiences
Julian is a Mermaid
Illustrated by: Jessica Love
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Description: Riding the subway with his abuela Julian glimpses beautiful costumed mermaids. All he can think of is dressing up just like the ladies in his own fabulous mermaid costume. But what will his abuela think about how Julian sees himself. A jubilant celebration of self love, individuality and acceptance.
Ages: 3-6, 6-9
Topics: appearances, creativity, fears, grandfather/grandson, grandmother, individuality, multicultural, wisdom
Kiyoshi’s Walk
Illustrated by: Nicole Wong
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Description: Kiyoshi asks his grandfather, the wise poet Eto, where poems come from, and Eto takes him on a walk through the city to seek an answer. (Description from WorldCat)
Ages: 3-6, 6-9
Topics: cities, creativity, family heritage, grandfather/grandson, grandparents, late-life happiness, legacy, men, multicultural, nature, using life experiences, work
