A Grandma's Magic

by Charlotte Offsay, Asa Gilland (Illustrator)

Overview

A picture book celebrating grandmas and all that makes them "magic", ideal for fans of How to Babysit a Grandma.

"When a child is born, a grandma is born too. Grandmas aren't like regular grown-ups. Grandmas are filled with magic."

In this charming picture book tribute to grandmas, a grandma's magic bursts through the door as soon as she comes to visit and can be seen in every wonderful thing she does: playing, exploring, baking, gardening, and in all the many ways a grandma and grandchild connect.

Filled with adorable scenes featuring a diversity of grandmas and their grandkids, this is a book that will families can enjoy together. Grandmas will love snuggling with their grandchildren as they share their love and "magic" through cuddles, kisses, and many repeat readings.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780593376003
Publisher:	Random House Children's Books
Publication date:	04/05/2022
Pages:	32
Sales rank:	262,000
Product dimensions:	8.40(w) x 11.20(h) x 0.50(d)
Lexile:	580L (what's this?)
Age Range:	3 - 7 Years

About the Author

CHARLOTTE OFFSAY was born in England, grew up in Boston, and currently lives in Los Angeles with her husband and two small children. Through her work, Charlotte hopes to make children laugh, to inspire curiosity, and to create a magical world her readers can lose themselves in time and time again. Her books include The Big Beach Cleanup and How to Return a Monster. Learn more about Charlotte's work at charlotteoffsay.com and follow her on Twitter at @COffsay and on Instagram at @picturebookrecommendations.

ȦSA GILLAND is the illustrator of numerous children's books, including A Grandma's Magic and the "Welcome To" series of picture books about the US states. Her art has also appeared on stationery, textiles, and home decor. Ȧsa has lived in seven countries and loves to travel near and far with her two sons. Learn more about her work at asagilland.com and follow her on Instagram at @asagilland.

Editorial Reviews

A Bank Street College of Education Best Book of the Year

From the Publisher

06/01/2022

K-Gr 3—Offsay tells the story of appreciation, admiration, and unconditional love children experience with their grandmothers. From exploring outside, baking in the kitchen, sewing, and everything in between, each page celebrates this special member of the family through rich illustrations and beautiful imagery. What happens when Grandma has to return to her own home? No need to worry, this book imagines, for her magic stays with the grandchild. Gilland displays this special love beautifully on each page, featuring diverse families for all the wonderful adventures a grandmother goes on with her grandchildren. VERDICT For story hours or the family shelves, this is a nice addition to larger collections.—Kerra Mazzariello

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