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Stuff Every Grandfather Should Know
Series: Stuff You Should Know
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This book is ideal for new and expecting grandfathers looking for a humorous, practical guide to embracing their role with confidence and fun.
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See moreThis pocket-sized guide has all the stuff you need to become the coolest granddad, grandpa, or Pop Pop on the block!
This pocket-sized guide has all the stuff you need to become the coolest granddad, grandpa, or Pop Pop on the block!
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This pocket-sized guide has all the stuff you need to become the coolest granddad, grandpa, or Pop Pop on the block!
Stuff Every Grandfather Should Know is the perfect gift for new and first-time grandfathers.
Grandfathering is a serious job—and not always an easy one—but that doesn't mean it can't be fun. This handy gift book contains all the wisdom, know-how, and trivia grandfathers and grandfathers-to-be need to know, and gifting it is a terrific way to announce that you're expecting! Topics include:
- How to Pick Your Grandfather Nickname
- How to Give Parenting Advice
- Kid Care and Feeding 101
- How to Stay Healthy, Wealthy, and Wise
- Six Classic Grandfatherly Tricks and Pranks
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Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?
Chicago Parent praises it as "perfect for a new grandpa." Midwest Book Review highlights its impressive organisation and practical, timeless content, calling it a perfect gift for both seasoned grandfathers and grandfathers-to-be.
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ISBN: 9781683691006
Publisher: Andrews McMeel Publishing
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 12 February 2019
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Quirk Books
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Width: 89.0mm
Height: 147.0mm
Weight: 250g
Pages: 144
About the Author
James Knipp is the author of more than a dozen short stories and several novels. A member of the South Jersey Writers' group and a board member of the Philadelphia Writers' Conference, he lives in southern New Jersey with a very patient wife, three awesome daughters, and a granddaughter whom he spoils rotten every chance he gets.
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