"Grandy, Let's Play!": Reflections on the Joy, Blessings, and Wonder of Grandparenting

by Andy Becker, Abigail Drapkin (Illustrator)

Overview

"Grandy, Let's Play!" celebrates the profound blessings of grandparenting, offering a lens into life's beauty and the bonds of family. Grandparenting opens us up to boundless love, humor, and inspiration--all while creating unforgettable moments of shared joy.

From the elation of a newborn's first smile to the soul-stirring discoveries of watching grandchildren grow, "Grandy, Let's Play!" is a reminder of the magic that family relationships offer--a true toast to life, l'chaim!

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781733669849
Publisher:	Tree of the Field Publishing
Publication date:	08/09/2025
Series:	The Spiritual Garden Series , #3
Edition description:	Barnes & Noble Edition
Pages:	136
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.29(d)

About the Author

Andy Becker is a writer, gardener, and lifetime learner, who lives in Western Washington among the cedar trees with his wife Donna and their two dogs, Nova and Splash. Andy was a successful small-town lawyer who found respite from the vicissitudes of fighting for the little guy against insurance companies by gardening, hiking, and camping with his family, and by expanding his spirituality through Judaism. Andy’s writing has been directly fueled by his lifetime experiences and influenced by Chassidic philosophy.

His Spiritual Garden Series consists of three books that each contain elements of memoir: The Spiritual Gardener, The Spiritual Forest, and “Grandy, Let’s Play!” The series begins with The Spiritual Gardener describing the spiritual rewards and just plain fun of digging in the ground to grow vegetables. The Spiritual Forest describes the importance of trees, forests, and environmentalism; in other words, the spiritual value of caring for and growing trees. The series is capped off with the joy and blessings of family and growing grandchildren in “Grandy, Let’s Play!”

The Spiritual Gardener won the New York City Big Book Award in the Home and Garden category. The Spiritual Forest was a Finalist with the National Indie Excellence Awards, Indie Book Awards, and the Best Book Awards in the categories of Spirituality and Nature in 2023. "Grandy, Let's Play!" was honored with a B.R.A.G. Medallion in 2025.

Editorial Reviews

Becker combines anecdotes, insights, and practical tips that craft a solid rendering of grandparenthood, including touching ideas that will help anchor families with love and affection. Each story culminates with a list of ideas to connect more deeply with family members, and the chosen topics - from the humorous depiction of baby monitors to keep an eye on both children and their grandparents to the sweet balm of a granchild's warm welcome - are incredibly moving.

THE BOOKLIFE PRIZE - Anonymous Reviewer

As a proud grandparent, I heartily recommend Andy Becker's amazing new book, "Grandy, Let's Play!" Whatever your grandchild calls you - when you are addressed by that title it is music to your ears. This book is a perfect gift for any grandparent!

Author of Stepping Stones to Jewish Spiritual Living - Rabbi James Mirel

Andy Becker starts with the basics of a family - parents - and where the term "Grandy" comes from and ends the first chapter (as he does with all the others) with insightful suggestions for mindful interaction between the generations. I couldn't think of a chapter that he doesn't touch on his way from a child's babyhood to becoming a person very much with their own insights and demands. . . . it's as entertaining as a guide can get.

The Suburban Times - Susanne Bacon