Little Bookworm has a very special relationship with her grandparents, and I am so grateful for that. So we are always happy to check out new books about grandparents for kids!

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When I Became Your Grandma

Written by Susannah Shane and illustrated by Britta Teckentrup

This sweet rhyming story shares loving sentiments from a grandmother to a grandchild. The sweet text makes promises to always listen and always offer protection, while the colorful illustrations feature a pair of cute pandas spending time together. This is a great soothing bedtime story for grandmothers to read to their grandchildren.

One, Two, Grandpa Loves You

Written by Shelly Becker and illustrated by Dan Yaccarino

This rhyming book follows a grandfather and his granddaughter as they go on a camping trip together. The simple text puts a spin on the children’s rhyme “one, two, buckle my shoe”, with the repeating refrain “one, two, Grandpa loves  you”. Kids will love the repeating rhymes and the cute illustrations showing the pair exploring and spending time in nature together.

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Nesting Dolls

Written by Vanessa Brantley-Newton

In this sweet story, a young girl Anyiaka worries that she can’t measure up to the amazing people in her family. With a little help from her grandmother and her handmade set of nesting dolls, she learns that it is what’s inside that counts. The sweet story is accompanied by adorable illustrations that use photographs of the author’s real family. In the back of the book, the author includes a note about the Gullah Geechee people too.

A Gift From Abuela

Written by Cecilia Ruiz

Nina and her Abuela love spending time together. Abuela decides that she wants to save up her money to buy a surprise for Nina. But when she loses her savings, Nina and Abuela find joy in the simple things, and in the love that they have for one another. This sweet story is paired with adorable illustrations highlighting the loving relationship between the two characters.

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Grandpa and the Kingfisher

Written by Anna Wilson and illustrated by Sarah Massini

In this moving story, a young child and their dog spend time by the river watching kingfishers with Grandpa. Together they watch the kingfishers raise a family, while Grandpa imparts wisdom about the circle of life. When the next spring comes, Grandpa is no longer around. But the young child recognizes that nature continues to move on and change. This important message is highlighted in the beautiful illustrations of the river and the wildlife around it.

A Gift for Nai Nai

Written by Kim-Hoa Ung

This beautiful book celebrates the beloved relationship between a young girl named Lyn Lyn and her beloved grandmother Nai Nai. Each year, Nai Nai crochets a special hat for her. When it’s time for Nai Nai’s birthday, Lyn Lyn decides that she wants to crochet the perfect hat for her. She struggles to make it perfect but hatches a plan to get help from Nai Nai. This is a very sweet story, paired with adorable illustrations that showcase the loving relationship between grandmother and granddaughter. The beginning of the book shares translations of the Chinese phrases used in the book, and the back of the book contains a pattern for crocheting a hat just like Nai Nai’s.

Masala Chai, Fast and Slow

Written by Rajani LaRocca and illustrated by Neha Rawat

This story follows a young boy named Aarav who is always moving fast, and his grandfather Thatha who is always moving slow. When Thatha is injured, Aarav wants to make the masala chai for him. But like his grandfather always said, the masala chai cannot be rushed. Can Aarav learn to slow down in order to surprise Thatha? This inter generational story teaches an important lesson, and the back of the book includes a note from the author and a recipe for masala chai.

Grandpa is Here!

Written by Tanya Rosie and illustrated by Chuck Groenink

When Grandpa comes to visit, the little girl in this story is so excited to go on all kinds of adventures together. They love to explore and try new things together. But when their time starts to wind down, the little girl wishes that they could stay together forever. This story shares a relatable message for those who have to be apart from their loved ones, and the beautiful illustrations highlight the loving relationship between grandfather and grandchild.

My Grandfather’s Song

Written by Phung Nguyen Quang and illustrated by Huynh Kim Lien

When a family makes its way to a new land, the young boy narrator and his grandfather explore the wilderness together. His grandfather reminds him that the world is beautiful, and ready to welcome them into its song, if they are ready to hear it. The lyrical language is paired with breathtaking illustrations of the landscapes and wildlife on the island. The back of the book includes a note from the author and illustrator about their inspiration for the story.

What are your favorite new books about grandparents for kids? Share them in the comments below!