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Grandparenting Resources
Articles and links about grandparenting, step- grandparenting, bragging, cultural differences, humor, and gift-giving.
http://grandparenting.about.com |
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Benefits of Grandparenting
Ohio State University Extension factsheet includes tips for grandparents.
http://ohioline.osu.edu/hyg-fact/5000/5313.html |
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Elderhostel Programs for Grandparents and Grandchildren
Offers group educational travel adventures especially designed for grandparents (over age 55) and their grandchildren. See Intergenerational Programs for the latest schedules, forums and info. No membership required.
http://www.elderhostel.org |
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Grandparents Web Ring
Collection of web sites built by grandparents. Also offers mail group and a resource site.
http://www.geocities.com/ChuckBio/web.htm |
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Grandloving.com
Award-winning website devoted to keeping families close. Features an extensive list of books for grandparents and grandchildren to share, as well as long-distance and do-together crafts for all ages.
http://www.grandloving.com |
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The Influence of Grandparents
In-depth description of the impact of extended family, especially grandparents, on today's society.
http://ndsuext.nodak.edu/extpubs/yf/famsci/fs548w.htm |
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Grandmother's Rocking Chair
Poetry for grandmothers.
http://home.att.net/~scorh2/RockingChair.html |
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Grandfather Knows Best
A family-safe source of unusual facts, myths, quotes and trivia about grandparenting through the ages, complete with citations.
http://www.grandfatherinresidence.com |
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Missing The Boat
A story about a Jewish grandfather.
http://www.angelfire.com/pa/busterboo/boat.html |
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AARP: For Grandparents
Articles and advice for grandparents.
http://www.aarp.org/life/grandparents/ |
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Grandboomers
A site for babyboomers who are now grandparents, helping you in your new role in the family.
http://www.grandboomers.com |
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Grandmommy's Home for Grandparents
Tips on grandparenting, online games that the kids will love, things to do and other recommendations for parents and grandparents alike. Includes a section on Cousin Camp.
http://grandmommy.com/ |
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Grandparents for Children's Rights
Information on the legal advocacy and public activities of the national non-profit. Links to U.S. state chapters and international groups.
http://www.grandparentsforchildren.org/ |
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National Association of Foster Grandparent Program Directors
Professional membership organization advocating for foster grandparent programs. Offers history, membership and mission.
http://www.nafgpd.org/ |
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Nurturing Grandparent - Suite101.com
Articles, discussions, and links, created for grandparents devoted to their grandchildren and their future.
http://www.suite101.com/welcome.cfm/nurturing_grandparent |
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Keeping Grandkids Safe
A look at the all-important issue of safe sleep for infants, and how the guidelines have changed since today's baby boomers were "just parents."
http://www.sptimes.com:80/News/012501/Floridian/How_grandparents_can_.shtml |
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The Grandmother Study: Intergenerational Caregiving to Youth
Examines the health status of grandmothers and the impact of grandmothers on their families. Offers description of study and timeline.
http://fpb.cwru.edu/Grandmother/ |
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Helpguide.org - Grandparenting
Discusses the joys of grandparenting and its healthful role in aging well. Suggests ideas for having memorable fun with grandchildren, and addresses the challenges, too. Non-commercial information made possible with the support of Rotary International.
http://www.helpguide.org/aging/grandparenting.htm |
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PapaGreg.Com
Papa Greg and Grandma's family photos and other stuff.
http://www.papagreg.com |
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Grandparents Magazine
Want to know the fashion trends before buying a granddaughter new boots? Can't remember the lyrics to your favorite children's song? Product reviews, gift ideas, ways to make the most of Disney World.
http://www.grandparentsmagazine.net |
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Magic of Grandparenting Library
Public service site includes articles on all aspects of grandparenting, including building grandparent-child relationships, and dealing with divorces.
http://www.relationships911.org/Grandparent_Magic/ |
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The Communication Project
Offers books, research, and workshops on grandparenting, intergenerational relationships, literacy education, and science education. Includes grandparenting tips and book excerpts.
http://www.grandmaconnection.com/ |
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GrandparentWorld.COM
A world of ways to stay connected to grandchildren. Lots of information, tips and products related to grandparenting.
http://www.grandparentworld.com |
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Grandparents Edge
Educational resource for grandparents with advice on child development, grandparenting, family relationships and safe online learning games.
http://www.grandparentsedge.com |
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Grandparents and Books
Like books and kids? Be a library grandparent. Los Angeles Public Library describes their program and includes a training manual file to show you how to help set up a program in your own public library.
http://www.lapl.org/admin/gab/ |
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Michigan Kinship Care Resource Center
Goal is to provide support for the well-being of kinship families in the state of Michigan. Offers calendar, resources, and publications.
http://www.msu.edu/~kinship/ |