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.

Bond Over Books: Grandparent Reading Magic

Grandparents hold a unique magic to foster a love of reading in grandchildren. There are incredible benefits, from building close bonds to developing essential skills.

The Letter from Papa That Changed Three Generations

A grandfather’s legacy letter reshaped three generations – a moving testament on writing legacy letters to grandchildren and strengthening bonds.

6 Ways Grandparents Help to Build Family Strength

Practical ways grandparents can strengthen family bonds — activities, tips, faith practices, and problem-solving tools to create a lasting legacy.

Grandchildren Are Watching: Your Legacy of Dignity & Strength

Grandchildren are watching: We can model dignity, teach resilience, and leave a strong legacy — practical stories & actionable tips for grandparents.

4 Qualities of Hopeful Grandparents

Practical tips for hopeful grandparents: 4 qualities to model optimism, resilience, and everyday actions that instill lasting hope in grandchildren.

Find the Smile for Every Grandchild

Find the smile for each grandchild through prayerful exercises and practical ideas to reconnect across ages and renew joy in your grandparenting.

Grandnannying: Making the Most of Time with Grandkids

Are you a regular caregiver for your grandkids? Discover essential grandnannying tips to maximize your time with them with fun, teachable activities.

Seeds of Faith: A Grandmother’s Undeniable Influence

Practical tips to nurture grandchildren’s spiritual growth. Pray, plan purposeful visits, read Bible stories, and use technology to plant seeds of faith.

Grandparents Day: Connection, Gratitude, and Joy

Celebrate Grandparents Day with connection, gratitude, & joy — attitudes and ideas to deepen your bond with grandchildren, whether near or far.

Every Grandparent Needs a “Folder for Show”

Create a “FOR SHOW” smartphone album of 10 grandkid photos to share or enjoy yourself – simple photo-organization tips for proud grandparents.

One More Person Who Cares

One More Person Who Cares

Being that extra person or two who provides love and encouragement for our grandkids seems like the very least we can do.

Respect “Leave and Cleave”

Respect “Leave and Cleave”

New couples are to leave their parents and create a new family of their own, and it’s vital that we grandparents respect and encourage that process.

Positive Notes to Your Grandkids

Positive Notes to Your Grandkids

From Dr. Ken Canfield: Most grandparents are looking for more ways to stay in contact with your grandkids, build them up, and let them know you love them.

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Ask The Expert

2 Secrets to Success from a Grandpa

2 Secrets to Success from a Grandpa

I had a memorable conversation with a grandfatherly gentleman who pulled me aside to share his secrets to success, it was clear he had learned some things from years of experience.

Grandparents Day: You Deserve to Be Recognized

We wholeheartedly support Grandparents’ Day because Grandkids Matter. It’s regrettable that the vital influence of grandmas and grandpas is still so often minimized or overlooked.

ESTRANGED GRANDPARENTS

LONG-DISTANCE GRANDPARENTING

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