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New Jackie Robinson Movie is a Home Run for Grandparents & Grandchildren!

’42′ Inspirational, Educational and Humorous Story of An American Legend that Grandparents & Grandkids Will Love!

By Ranny Levy, President/Founder of KIDS FIRST! – www.kidsfirst.org

Out in theaters on April 12 is the inspirational story of an American Legend, Jackie Robinson. Those of us who are old enough to remember the civil rights [...]

New Age Nanas: Being a grandmother in the 21st century

Being a grandmother is one of life’s most important roles, and many women can feel unprepared to take it on.

New Age Nanas: Being a Grandmother in the 21st Century — a new self-help book by retired social scientists, grandmothers, and long-time friends Doreen Rosenthal and Susan Moore — presents the [...]

Got a Minute? Grab a Grandchild and This Book!

I’ve got it! The answer to the age old question: “What can I do with my grandchildren?” It’s different, fun and educational for both grandparents and grandchildren. All wrapped up in one paperback book.

By Remy Agee

Here’s the format:

Short brain teasers in story form that require listening and the use of science [...]

Beasts of the Southern Wild is Truly GRAND!

By: Pat Burns, Western Regional Editor and Art Cinema Reviewer for GRAND Magazine

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LA6FFnjvvmg

Oprah’s new favorite movie, “Beasts of the Southern Wild,” is one of those films that, when someone asks, “So, how’d you like it?” you’re not really sure how to respond. Yes, each person who was meticulously cast for this film performs [...]

2 for You, 2 for Wheeee!

DadDoes talks tech for all

Some months we talk toys for the kids and in other months we look at tech for the adults. This time we mix it all together and provide some great toys and tech for every age range.

Often it seems like technology gadgets distract us from paying attention to the [...]

Easier Is Better

The JitterbugPlus cell phone has what we need: simplicity, personalization, access to great services and apps

By Madeline Pantalone

 

Jitterbug Cell Phone

In 2006 the Jitterbug, the first cell phone for older adults in the U.S., was created by Arlene Harris and her husband, Martin Cooper. Dr. Cooper had created the first handheld [...]

Book Review: Ethan, Suspended by Pamela Ehrenberg

Thanks so much for considering my submission for the Kids’ Book Author of the Week at GrandMagazine. Pam Ehrenberg’s first young adult novel, Ethan, Suspended, has recently come out in paperback. “I am excited that so many grandparents and grandchildren have already begun to enjoy it together,” Ehrenberg says.

At its heart, the book is [...]