"In every country around the world are grandpas short and tall.
Though they go by different names, we love them one and all.
A Poppy here, a Grampa there - or maybe he's a Pa?
Turn the page, let's meet a few of the finest near and far ... "
What do you call your grandpa? I called mine Paa Paa. I'm not sure why? His name was Charles Frederick but everyone called him Fred. I only had one grandfather. My mum's dad died in 1924 - my mum barely knew him. In this book we meet grandfathers from around the world and discover their names. Each scene has been carefully designed to show different cultures, people and daily activities along with different times through the day. I especially like the way the each grandchild has a name from their culture.
Israel - Saba is loved by Levi
Wales - Taid is loved by Seren
Brazil - Vo is loved by Miguel
Belguim - Bompa is loved by Sandrin
The Philippines - Lolo is loved by Kaya
Grab your atlas and prepare to journey around the world. There is much to explore in this book.
This book is listed in the 2021 CBCA Notables - Book of the Year Early Childhood.
As you might expect the sequel - What do you call you Grandma - this is due for publication later this month. Both books would make perfect presents for new grandparents.
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