Filled with humour, energy, and warmth, this is a great gift for Father's day, and perfect for reading when Grandad comes to visit!
The perfect story to make the distance between you and grandad feel a little smaller whilst you're stuck at home . . .
A New York Times bestselling title, illustrated by the winner of the Red House Children's Book Award 2013.
When your grandad rings the doorbell, it's babysitting time! This is a hilarious and accessible picture book about a child spending time with his grandad.
Written in a how-to style, the narrator gives important tips for 'babysitting' a grandad, including what to eat for snack (anything dipped in ketchup, ice cream topped with cookies, cookies topped with ice cream), what to do on a walk (find lizards and dandelion puffs, be on the lookout for puddles and sprinklers), and how to play with a grandad (build a pirate cave, put on a scary play).
"A cunning study in role reversal, with Lee Wildish's over-the-top illustrations well in keeping with a jaunty text." - Independent on Sunday
"Full of love and humour... illustrations beautifully convey the emotion between the two main characters in the story." - Carousel
"Adorable." - Daily Record
"A cunning study in role reversal, with Lee Wildish's over-the-top illustrations well in keeping with a jaunty text." - Independent on Sunday
"Wonderful humour... amusing and adorable... a whole lot of mischievous fun." - Baby Surrey
"Madcap and cartoon-like illustrations energetically capture the fun... A warm portrayal of a very important relationship. Very entertaining." - School Librarian
"Funny and heart-warming... guaranteed to be a family favourite." - Mumsnet
"What a delightful book." - The School Librarian