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PB edition of the book that turns the stereotypical view of grandparents on its head. The Young Pups don't want to visit Grandpa - they don't believe he was ever young, so he sets out to prove how much life there is left in him. Illustrated by Tony Ross. Ages: 0-5yrs. 'A warm-hearted story about not underestimating your aged grandparents which all generations will enjoy' "Guardian"
Synopsis
The Young Pups don't want to visit Grandpa - he is so boring, and only ever wants to talk about the olden days. They don't believe Grandpa was ever young or fun, so Grandpa sets out to prove them wrong, and show them that there is life in the old dog yet.
Book Details
Publisher:
ANDERSEN PRESS
Publication Date:
03-Jun-2010
ISBN:
9781842708804
Guardian review
Old Dog
Julia Eccleshare the guardian Sat 14 February 2009
Visiting Grandpa is boring for the Young Pups. He just goes on about the things he did in his past; the glorious olden days made all the more glorious in his fading memories. But just when the Young Pups have written him off, Grandpa dazzles them with some astonishing skills perfected in his youth. Grandpa is a force to be reckoned with. He is amazing, remarkable and spectacular. In fact, he can teach the Young Pups some new tricks. Tony Ross's engaging illustrations reveal Grandpa's doggy skills in this warm-hearted story about not underestimating your aged grandparents which all generations will enjoy.
