How to Babysit a Grandma

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In How to Babysit a Grandma by Jean Reagan, readers are guided through an entertaining and imaginative adventure where a young girl takes on the important task of babysitting her grandmother. The story is filled with humour and illustrates how the roles can be reversed, showcasing the fun activities and routines they create together, fostering a loving bond.
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You might enjoy this delightful children's book if you love heartwarming tales filled with humour and creativity. The story provides a fun twist on babysitting, where children learn to care for their grandparents, making it an enjoyable read for both kids and their families. Its playful narrative and charming illustrations make it a fantastic choice for sharing laughter and bonding moments.

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How to Babysit a Grandma

Filled with humour, energy, and warmth, this is a great gift for Mother's day, and perfect for reading when you're visiting Grandma! Illustrated by the winner of the Red House Children's Book Award 2013.

Filled with humour, energy, and warmth, this is a great gift for Mother's day, and perfect for reading when you're visiting Grandma! Illustrated by the winner of the Red House Children's Book Award 2013.

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Grab your pillow and get ready to spend some special time with your grandma!

When you babysit a grandma, if you're lucky, it's a sleepover at her house. With the useful tips found in this book, you're guaranteed to become an expert grandma-sitter in no time. Be sure to check the sections on: how to keep your grandma busy, things to do at the park, and what to do when you're both snugly tucked in at bedtime.

From the author-illustrator team behind the bestselling How to Babysit a Grandad comes a funny and heartwarming celebration of grandmas and grandchildren. The perfect Mother's Day gift!

Youngsters will recognise some of the sayings they've heard from their own grandparents and will thoroughly enjoy the tongue-in-cheek role reversal. - School Library Journal

Illustrated by the winner of the Red House Children's Book Award 2013. A New York Times bestselling book.

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How to Babysit a Grandma is praised for its charming portrayal of the close bond between a grandmother and granddaughter, brought to life by Wildish's delightful illustrations. The book delights in its playful role reversal premise, appealing to both young children and their grandparents, making it a fun read for family time. It serves as a comforting book that helps children get used to spending time with their grandparents while celebrating their unique and loving relationship.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781444918120

Publisher: Hachette Children's Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 04 September 2014

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Hodder Children's Books

Illustration: full colour throughout

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Lee Wildish

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 8.0mm

Width: 216.0mm

Height: 274.0mm

Weight: 164g

Pages: 32

About the Author

Jean Reagan was born in Alabama but spent most of her childhood in Japan. She now lives in Salt Lake City in America with her husband. In the summers, they serve as backcountry volunteers in Grand Teton National Park in Wyoming. To learn more about Jean and her work, please visit JeanReagan.com

Lee Wildish is a real talent heading for great success. He was picked out by Kate Skipper, the Waterstone's buyer, as someone to watch and he is one of Hodder's highlight illustrators. He won the Red House Children's Books Award 2013.

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