Grandpa's guide to happiness by Andrew Daddo and Christopher Nielsen

A companion to the funny Grandma’s guide to happiness, this new book which showcases the things grandpa says, makes everyday a happy day.

Grandpa says the busiest days are the happiest days, as he adds to the list of important things to do, in plain sight on the fridge. Even as he has morning tea with his grandson, he is adding to another list of really important jobs to do. Sometimes easy jobs can be much harder that expected, while other jobs that seem to be hard, can be much easier than expected. Grandpa says to just put one foot forward, and all jobs can be done. But sometimes he just likes to tinker in his shed. 

At the beach he loves to swim; he loves to play games involving everyone in his antics in the kitchen. Like a traffic light he is always red for stop and green for go. He loves to watch tv but this is quieter and reading time when he becomes so quiet, he falls asleep. He loves taking photos and mount them all telling the children that photos hold memories and memories make you happy. He can open his mouth to show us his gold teeth and wriggle his ears, all giving happiness, but none so good as a huge hug. 

But whatever he does, he is happy, and it is this happiness that is passed on to everyone around him. 

A wonderfully cheery happy book showing that all sorts of activities both indoor and outdoor can be rewarding. And being happy is infectious, sharing that feeling with others, especially a grandfather, helps create a strong link within the family. 

Themes: Family, Grandfather, Humour, Activities.

Fran Knight