Grooviest Grandparent?

Voices

Amy Goyer

Music Across Generations

By Amy Goyer

Looking to connect with your grandkids? Music can be the vehicle to bridge that generation gap.

 

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Grandparents' Day Crafts

Help your grandkids with these activities, and they might just make a present for you! All they'll need are glue, scissors, photos, and your TLC. Get instructions.

 

Try these printable coloring pages and puzzle. Decorate them with glitter and yarn to make the perfect present!

AARP Books

Book: from your grandfather

Gifts of Memories

 

AARP Books help you keep the memories alive for all generations. A Grandmother's Gift of Memory and A Gift of Memory for My Grandchild let you pass on your favorite recipes, offer wisdom, and fill in the family tree.

No Ordinary Grandma

By Judith Viorst

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In the battle for her grandchildren's affections, the writer is "playing to win." What is this granny doing that you should note? Hint: It involves ice skates and purple hair!

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World's Greatest Grandpa?

By C.B. Wismar

A "World's Greatest Grandpa" coffee mug prompts one grandparent to reflect on the distance that makes the role so wonderfully affirming.

Give It Up For Grandparents

Giving It Up for Grandparents

AARP BulletinToday

Kids of all ages tell us what their grandparents mean to them. Watch as they give it up for grandparents.

Group: Raising Grandchildren

Group: Raising Grandchildren
Are you a grandparent raising your grandchild? Get support and tips here.
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Journal: billyga753

Journal: A Wee One Is On the Way
Congratulations to billyga753, who is going to be a first-time grandparent!
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Country Singer Kellie Pickler
Advocates for Grandfamilies

By Jessica Leshnoff

Country music star Kellie Pickler, who was raised by her grandparents, brings grandfamilies center stage. Read story or watch interview on My Generation.

The Duality of Grieving

By Al Martinez

The untimely death of a grandchild presents unique challenges as you have to support your child and struggle with your own sense of loss and sorrow.

5 Tax Tips for Grandparents

By Linda Stern

Want to help your kids and grandkids in ways that help you save on federal taxes? Here are some tips.

Yoga With the Grandkids

By Sarah Wassner Flynn

Eagle. Downward-Facing Dog. Tree. Show your grandkids these and other healthy yoga poses. They will say "Namaste, Nana."

Books for Grandparents

Over-stacked shelves at your bookstore frustrating your choice of perfect titles for your grandchildren? Here are some reviews to help.

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