How to Babysit a Grandpa

How to Babysit a Grandpa 

 Author: Jean Reagan
Illustrator: Lee Wildish
Grade Level: 1-3
Genre: Realistic Fiction
Awards: none

Summary: In this story, a young boy is teaching the reader how to babysit a grandpa.  In this story, the boy describes fun things to do while your grandpa is over.  He makes lists of foods, games, and activities a grandpa might enjoy.  In the end, he teaches the reader how to thank a grandpa for allowing them to babysit them.

Evaluation: This was a very cute story.  Again, as cute as it was, I do not see myself using this in a middle school classroom.  However, if one does you this book with junior highers, this book may help them remember to appreciate and respect their grandfather.

The grade appropriateness for this book is first through third.  The book is east to read and interactive.  The themes in this book are important for young readers.  It encourages an appreciate for grandfathers without directly stating it.

A way one could use this in a middle school classroom is during a mini lesson close to grandparents day.  You could read the book and have students draft a letter to a grandparent or someone who takes the role as a grandparent in their life.