These sayings might seem like clichés, but they actually contain real wisdom. And often they stick with us for many years—our grandkids too.
Connecting hearts,
Uniting 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.
Use Positive Words & Be Your Grandchild’s Biggest Fan
We’re in a great position to be our grandkids’ biggest fans, and it’s all about consistently speaking positive words to them.
Vacationing with Grandkids & a New Term for an Old Idea
While “gramping” might be a new term, the idea isn’t new: dedicated grandparents finding ways to spend time with their grandkids.
Grandparents Are Important Models of Male & Female
As grandparents, we have a lot to contribute to our grandkids’ ideas about what it means to be a man or woman, largely through our example.
Grandparents Can Be Trusted Confidants: 3 Tips
As your grandchild experiences various challenges at school and in life, you can be a needed sounding board and encourager.
The Priority of Grandparenting
As intentional, engaged grandparents, we experience the satisfaction of leaving a legacy and bring great benefits to our grandchildren.
12 Questions for your Grandkids to Ask You
Jay Payleitner: Suddenly you will be sharing stories and life lessons they want to hear … and need to hear.
What Will America Be Like for Our Grandchildren?
NANA’S HOUSE by Teresa Kindred: Our goodness, kindness and resilience can shine through and make a difference for our grandkids’ future.
Grandparenting Preschoolers: 3 Important Reminders
Preschoolers are energetic, often challenging, and full of wonder. Here are some principles to help us bond with them and invest in them.
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Reasonable Warnings for Grandparents
Jay Payleitner provides a list of 20 things grandparents should NOT do. A little common sense should help you avoid all of these blunders.
This Year: Find One More Way to Invest in Your Grandkids
Just as our grandkids are always changing, we all need to adapt and find new ways to invest in them and their future.
Notice What’s Unique in Each of Your Grandkids
Insights we gain about our grandkids — their gifts and interests — can lead to a shared activity or connection point with them.
