“Children are the rainbow of life.

Grandchildren are the pot of gold.”

― Irish Blessing

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In his first children’s book, “What Grandpa Really Means” author Dennis Yanke captures the true heartfelt emotion of being a grandparent.

 

There's a unique and very special bond between grandparents and their grandchildren. It's a relationship based on love, appreciation, fun and pure joy. Becoming a grandparent is one of those incredibly special moments in life, mainly because of the unique and undeniable strength of this bond – and this bond only

grows stronger as time goes by.

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The 15 page book is inspirational and sweet and being an active and imaginative Grandpa to 4 grandchildren, Dennis has captured the all too familiar comments made, and translates those comments through narrative emotion collaborating with illustrator, Luigi A. Cannavicci.

 

Luigi’s character illustrations are drawn in warm colors and have a sense of emotional playfulness.

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Narrating emotions helps us to express, understand, and share them: the way we tell stories influences how others react to our emotions, especially children.

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With great universal appeal, “What Grandpa Really Means” is for children and adults alike.

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Recommended for ages 5 to 105.

 

“Grandchildren are loving reminders of what we’re really here for.”

— Janet Lanese