Today’s Grandparent – Weekly Newsletter
Grandparents have a profound influence on future generations…
At the National Association for Grandparenting, we seek to validate and empower grandparents as they bond with future generations in meaningful ways and leave a lasting positive legacy. Grandparents are important contributors to children and society, and we are here as a clearinghouse of information, bringing top-notch resources and insights to grandparents.
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Today’s Grandparent newsletter is full of ideas, advice, and inspiration for grandparents seeking to leave a lasting influence on future generations.
Recent Blog Articles
Grandparents Day: Making Your Role Count
Grandparents: you have never been more vital to your grandchildren — for your wisdom, your presence, your encouragement, your love.
Learning and Growing Together with Our Grandkids
The learning process (even at our age) is a wonderful opportunity to share life and make meaningful contributions to our grandchildren.
The Power of Listening to Your Grandkids
Active listening can strengthen your relationships with your grandchildren, and help them grow and mature.
Back to School: Join Your Grandkids However You Can
If we want to engage our grandkids in areas that matter to them, their education is a great way to plug in—and we have several great options.
Grandparents: Our Stories Build Bridges Between Generations
Storytelling brings us unique opportunities to influence and connect with our grandkids–it gives them a sense of belonging and connection.
Grandparents: Be a Source of Comfort in Trying Times
Recent events might have us asking, What’s this world coming to? But we can play a positive role in building up and preparing our grandkids.
Competing with the “Other” Grandparents
Jay Payleitner: Be grateful for all the positive role models in your grandkids’ lives, especially other grandparents.
Summer Fun Bingo with Your Grands
Pull your grandchild away from screens and enjoy a time-tested summer activity together. Maybe you’ll also teach a skill or expand a horizon.
Time Travel with Grandkids
NANA’S HOUSE by Teresa Kindred: Take a stroll down memory lane and invite your grandkids to join you. It’s something I try to do regularly.
From Boredom to Bonding: Summer Tips for Grandparents
This summer, we can find simple ways to have fun with our grandkids, strengthen bonds, and maybe even encourage creativity and learning.
