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More than Grand - A Grandparenting Blog

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You want to be part of Christmas morning with your grandchildren without making the day more stressful for exhausted parents. These strategies help you stay involved and helpful so everyone—including you—can actually enjoy the holiday.

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Building literacy with grandchildren is about so much more than teaching them to read—it's about creating moments of connection that strengthen your relationship while supporting their development. Dr. Carolyn Brown's perspective as both a reading researcher and grandmother will resonate with grandparents everywhere. She understands that the best language...

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Running out of time doesn't mean settling for gifts your grandchildren will forget by New Year's. These last-minute options take minutes to arrange but create year-round connection instead of clutter.

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Holiday grandparent competition exhausts everyone—especially your adult children caught in the middle. Learn how to stop competing for time and gifts, and start building the peaceful family celebrations you really want.

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Holiday gifts from grandparents often miss the mark, wasting money on toys that create safety hazards or clutter closets. This age-by-age guide shows you exactly what children really want—and how to avoid the common mistakes that frustrate parents.

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